Bryan Adams was already popular in Canada when the release of his third album 'Cuts Like A Knife' in 1983 brought him a large following in the USA. His fourth album, 'Reckless', often referred to as one of the most significant of the 1980s, sold over 4 million copies at the time and continues to sell now. His fifth album 'Into the Fire' went platinum.
'Waking Up The Neighbours', his sixth album in 1991, powered him to international stardom. The single '(Everything I Do) I Do For You' spent 16 weeks at number 1; it broke a UK record that had stood since 1955 and still stands today. Across in the USA it became the second largest selling single to 'We Are The World'. The song was featured in the film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' (1991) and for this Mr Adams received his first Academy Award nomination. He was also nominated for a Golden Globe.
42 film Directors' have used Adams' music as soundtrack - from A Night In Heaven (1983) to Bobby (2007).
Adams was awarded the C.M. (Member of the Order of Canada) on April 20th 1998 and the C.O. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on May 6th 1988 for his contribution to popular music and his philanthropic work. He was also inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 1998, and more recently inducted into the Music Hall of Fame at Canada's Juno Awards (the Canadian equivalent of the Grammys) in April 2006. Notably, Adams refuses to attend the awards; as his manager, Bruce Allen explains: "they turned their back on the biggest thing to come out of Canada"--in reference to the hit '(Everything I Do) I Do For You'.
Adams has been nominated for three Academy Awards for songwriting, and was recently nominated for his fifth Golden Globe (2007) for his songwriting in the film 'Bobby'.
Some trivia:
Bryan Adams shares the same birthday as Ryan Adams, the late Herman Brood and René Froger.
He attended the same high school as Michael J. Fox in Vancouver.
Of his #1 hits only one ('Please Forgive Me') was not written for a motion picture.
Bryan Adams is part Maltese. He Declared this on Tour in 2007 when he visited Malta.
Bryan Adams is also an acclaimed photographer. His works include his book "Made in Canada" http://www.photography.ca/photographer/adams_bryan.html
Bryan Adams also did a major part of the Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron soundtrack
Can't Stop This Thing We Started
Bryan Adams Lyrics
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Baby, I'm coming to get you
You might stop a hurricane
Might even stop the drivin' rain
You might have a dozen other guys
But if you wanna stop me, baby, don't even try
I'm goin' one way, your way
Let's make it our way
Now baby, can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
I can't stop this course we've plotted, yeah
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop this thing we started, no way
I'm goin' your way, yeah
You might stop the world spinnin' around
Might even walk on holy ground
I ain't Superman and I can't fly
If you wanna stop me, baby, don't even try
I'm goin' one way, your way
Oh, it's such a strong way
Let's make it our way
Now baby, can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
I can't stop this course we've plotted, yeah
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop this thing we started, no way
I'm goin' your way
That's where I'm goin'
Oh, why take it slow?
I gotta know
Hey, 'cause nothing can stop this thing that we got, yeah
Oh yeah, I can't stop this thing we started
Yeah, you gotta know it's right
I can't stop this course we've plotted, oh yeah
This thing called love we got it
Ain't no place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop it
I can't stop it
Can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's alright
Can't stop this course we've plotted, oh yeah
Baby
I can't stop it
I can't stop it
I can't stop it
Yeah, yeah
I can't stop it
In "Can't Stop This Thing We Started," Bryan Adams sings about his intense, undying love for his partner. He sings about how nothing can stop them from being together – not a hurricane, not a dozen other guys who might be interested in his partner, not even if she tries to stop him. He is committed to their relationship, and he is willing to go to any length to be with her. The song is a passionate plea for their love to be accepted and cherished.
Adams' vocals are strong and soulful, giving the song a sense of urgency and power. The instrumentation is driving and upbeat, further emphasizing his unwavering commitment to his partner. The chorus is catchy and memorable, making it a classic rock anthem that still resonates with listeners today.
In summary, "Can't Stop This Thing We Started" is a rock ballad about a passionate, unstoppable love that can overcome any obstacle. It is a testament to the power of love and the lengths one will go to keep it alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing excitement and determination to pursue someone.
Baby, I'm coming to get you
Letting the person know that the singer is coming to pursue them.
You might stop a hurricane
Even though the person has the power to do amazing things, they cannot stop the singer's pursuit of them.
Might even stop the drivin' rain
The person may be able to stop the forces of nature, but they cannot stop the singer's pursuit of them.
You might have a dozen other guys
Despite having many other suitors, the singer is still determined to pursue the person.
But if you wanna stop me, baby, don't even try
The singer is not letting anyone or anything stop them from pursuing the person they desire.
I'm goin' one way, your way
The singer is committed to chasing after the person they desire.
Now it's such a strong way
Their determination to pursue the person has become even stronger and more resolute.
Let's make it our way
The singer is hoping that both they and the person they desire will work together to make their relationship work.
Now baby, can't stop this thing we started
The singer is all in and determined to pursue the person they desire, no matter what.
You gotta know it's right
The singer believes that their pursuit of the person is the right thing to do.
I can't stop this course we've plotted, yeah
The singer cannot stop themselves from pursuing the person they desire.
This thing called love we got it
The singer is confident that what they share with the person is love.
No place for the brokenhearted
The singer believes that their love is strong and sincere, and will not leave them feeling heartbroken.
I'm goin' your way, yeah
The singer is committed to pursuing the person they desire, and will follow their lead.
You might stop the world spinnin' around
Even though the person has incredible power, they cannot stop the singer from pursuing them.
Might even walk on holy ground
The person may be able to do amazing things, but they cannot stop the singer from pursuing them.
I ain't Superman and I can't fly
The singer is acknowledging their limitations, but this will not stop them from pursuing the person they desire.
If you wanna stop me, baby, don't even try
The singer's determination to pursue the person is unwavering, and nothing will stop them.
Oh, it's such a strong way
The singer's feelings for the person have become even stronger and more resolute.
That's where I'm goin'
The singer is committed to pursuing the person they desire and following their lead.
Oh yeah, I can't stop this thing we started
Nothing will stop the singer from pursuing the person they desire.
Ain't no place for the brokenhearted
The singer believes that their love is sincere and will not leave them feeling heartbroken.
I can't stop it
The singer is unable to stop their pursuit of the person they desire.
Can't stop this thing we started
The singer's feelings for the person are too strong to be stopped.
You gotta know it's alright
The singer believes that their pursuit of the person is the right thing to do.
Baby
A term of endearment for the person the singer desires.
Yeah
Expressing excitement and determination to pursue someone.
I can't stop it
The singer is unable to stop their pursuit of the person they desire.
I can't stop it
The singer is unable to stop their pursuit of the person they desire.
I can't stop it
The singer is unable to stop their pursuit of the person they desire.
Yeah, yeah
Expressing excitement and determination to pursue someone.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bryan Adams, Robert John Lange
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Yeah baby, I'm coming to get you
You might stop a hurricane
Might even stop the drivin' rain
You might have a dozen other guys
But if you wanna stop me baby, don't even try
I'm goin' one way, your way
It's such a strong way, let's make it our way
Now baby can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
Can't stop this course we've plotted, yeah
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop this thing we started, no way
I'm goin' your way
You might stop the world spinnin' round
Might even walk on holy ground
I ain't Superman and I can't fly
But if you wanna stop me baby, don't even try
I'm goin' one way, your way
It's such a strong way, let's make it our way
Now baby can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
I can't stop this course we've plotted, yeah
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop this thing we started, no way
I'm goin' your way, That's where I'm goin'
Oh, why take it slow
I gotta know
Hey, 'cause nothing can stop this thing that we got
Oh yeah I can't stop this thing we started
Yeah, you gotta know it's right
Can't stop this course we've plotted, oh yeah
This thing called love we got it
Ain't no place for the brokenhearted
I can't stop it
I can't stop it
Can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's alright
Can't stop this course we've plotted, oh yeah
Baby
Can't stop it
Can't stop it
I can't stop it yeah yeah, can't stop
@josefinarebacca5167
" BRYAN ADAMS - CAN'T STOP THIS THING WE STARTED "
You might stop a hurricane
Might even stop the drivin' rain
You might have a dozen other guys
But if you wanna stop me baby - don't even try
I'm goin' one way - your way
It's such a strong way - let's make it our way
Can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
Can't stop this course we've plotted
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
Can't stop this thing we started - no way
I'm goin' your way!
You might stop the world spinnin' round
Might even walk on holy ground
I ain't Superman and I can't fly
But if you wanna stop me baby - don't even try
I'm goin' one way - your way
It's such a strong way - let's make it our way
Can't stop this thing we started
You gotta know it's right
Can't stop this course we've plotted
This thing called love we got it
No place for the brokenhearted
Can't stop this thing we started - no way
I'm goin' your way!
Oh - why take it slow
I gotta know
Nothing can stop this thing that we got
Writer(s): Bryan Adams, Robert John Lange
Copyright: Out-of-pocket-prod. Ltd., 2855 Music, Almo Music Corp.
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"Waking Up The Neighbours" (1991)
@andriusstasiukynas1921
Bryan Adams, the best poprock singer in the world! Does anyone agree?
@sampritisinha1036
I agreee
@consarmusic
Andrius Stasiukynas I agree !!
@nicolekokkinogeni1659
Totallyyy agreee
@larcngrey
No doubt!
@lily-elliemcriley1549
I agree!!✌🏼️
@chrisf8855
Back when there was REAL music and it was fun, made you feel good, and sounded great.
@jnix911
In my opinion, this is one of Bryan Adams' best songs. And I've always been impressed with the video for the song. Not only does it have great special effects, but it's just a fun video to watch!
@mim3295
all is good, the music the song the video, everything is magic
@AchtungBaby77
Definitely agree regarding the video - it genuinely appears that Bryan and the crew had a hoot making it!