The Tashians have recorded 7 albums with producer Jim Rooney since 1989. In 1994 the National Association of Independent Record Distributors (NAIRD) awarded their album "Straw into Gold" Country Album of the Year. In 1998 their album, "Harmony" was nominated for Bluegrass Album of the Year by the Nashville Music Awards. They have performed together on numerous TV and radio shows and festivals worldwide.
As songwriters, Barry and Holly have written for Kenny Rogers, Solomon Burke, Ty England, Daniel O'Donnell, The Nashville Bluegrass Band, Roland White, Kate Brislin and Jody Stecher, Niall Toner and many others. They also offer workshops on song writing and harmony singing wherever they perform.
Barry first won national attention with his legendary rock group, Barry & The Remains, recording an album on Epic Records at age 19 and the band appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show and Hullabaloo.
The Remains toured with the Beatles, as the opening act on The Beatles' North American tour in 1966. Barry wrote a book about the tour, Ticket to Ride: The Extraordinary Diary of The Beatles Last Tour, which was published by Dowling Press, Inc. in 1997.
From 1980-1989, Barry was a member of Emmylou Harris' Hot Band, appearing on countless television and radio shows as vocalist and guitarist. He recorded 10 albums with Emmylou Harris during this period. Before that , he recorded with country rock innovator Gram Parsons on Gram's debut album "GP".
Barry and Holly have recorded with Tom Paxton, Charlie Louvin, Nanci Griffith, Iris DeMent, Suzy Bogguss, and Delia Bell.
I Can't Dance
Barry & Holly Tashian Lyrics
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I've been thinking 'bout dancing with you, but I'm afraid of hurtin' my back
I don't know what you're doing but I like everything you do
Just for a little bit baby I'd come out and dance with you
[Chorus]
But I can't dance and I'm feeling so good
Some of us can and some of us can't and some of us wish that we could dance
Just for a little bit, baby, I'd come out and dance with you
My mind is out there with you now but I can't get my body to move
Sitting here falling in love, love, love thinking something I can't prove
My soul is willing and my mind is ready but it's something that I never could do
Just for a little bit, baby, I'd come out and dance with you
[Chorus]
The song "I Can't Dance" by Barry & Holly Tashian talks about the inability to dance and the regret that comes with it. The song is about someone who is unable to dance but is interested in dancing with someone they love. The singer notes that they like everything that the person they are interested in doing and would like to dance with them just for a little bit, but they can't dance because their feet don't match and they are afraid of hurting their back. The song says that some people can dance and some people can't and that the singer is unfortunately one of those who can't dance.
The song captures the feeling of wanting to do something but being unable to, due to physical limitations or other issues. The lyrics portray a sense of helplessness and regret. The singer's mind is "out there" with the person they are interested in, but their body won't move. They are sitting and falling in love without being able to prove it. The song is a bittersweet reminder that sometimes, no matter how much we want something, we may not be able to have it.
Overall, "I Can't Dance" is a relatable song that captures the feeling of longing and regret. It is about wanting to do something but being unable to, and the frustration that comes with that. The song's simple melody and lyrics make it an appealing, easy-going tune that is perfect for listening to on a lazy afternoon.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't dance and I never could, I guess my feet don't match
I have always been unable to dance, maybe because of my lack of coordination in my lower limbs.
I've been thinking 'bout dancing with you, but I'm afraid of hurtin' my back
I want to dance with you, but I fear I might hurt my back while trying to dance.
I don't know what you're doing but I like everything you do
I'm not sure what exact dance steps you're doing, but I love the way you dance.
Just for a little bit baby I'd come out and dance with you
Despite my inability to dance, I would come out and dance with you for a short while.
Some of us can and some of us can't and some of us wish that we could dance
Some people are naturally talented at dancing, while some of us cannot, and some others long to be able to dance.
Some can't dance and I guess I'm just one of the unfortunate few
There are some people who cannot dance, and I am one of them.
My mind is out there with you now but I can't get my body to move
I am mentally dancing with you, but I am unable to make my body move accordingly.
Sitting here falling in love, love, love thinking something I can't prove
I am sitting here falling in love with you and thinking about doing something that I am unable to do.
My soul is willing and my mind is ready but it's something that I never could do
Even though my desire to dance is strong, I have never been able to do it despite being mentally and emotionally prepared.
Just for a little bit, baby, I'd come out and dance with you
I am still willing to come out and dance with you, even if it is only for a brief moment.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TOM T. HALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bethy-Lou
Awesomeness. I like upbeat songs. Great harmony. Thank you John.
For the record, I can't dance. Don't know to.
jscountry5491
Glad you enjoyed it Beth
Marryann Lamb
Awesome song thanks John.
Marryann Lamb
@jscountry5491 your so welcome john.
jscountry5491
Glad you enjoyed it Marryann