CAN'T HANG's performances include sold-out nights at The Recher Theater in Towson, MD and at the legendary Mellow Beach Sunset Bar in Ocean City, MD.
They have supported such nationally-recognized acts as Busta Rhymes, Toots and the Maytals, Pepper, Long Beach Short Bus, The Pietasters, Inner Circle, Yellowman, 2 Skinnee J's, Don't Look Down, Jimmies Chicken Shack, Authority Zero, The Toasters, The Slackers, John Brown's Body, and are always sharing the stage with their good friends Jah Works.
The band is currently in regular rotation at Towson's 89.7 WTMD and was recently featured on the 98 Rock (97.9 Baltimore) Noise in the Basement Compilation CD. CAN'T HANG has sold over 6,000 CD's without any label support, is touring nationally, is in pre-production for a brand new album, and is eager to do whatever it takes to achieve even more recognition.
Bird River Grove
Can't Hang Lyrics
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The one, that won't let me down
Not gonna listen, to what the good book tells me
Cause I'm yet to be found
Remember the days before we were troubled
When we were feelin so good
Before our faces were even touched by age
I'd be there, I'd be there if I could
Internal conflict, resurrection
Chorus:
We've got to feel much better
Place me in the sun
We've got to feel much better
Place me in the sun
It's right in front of me, I can almost reach it
All I need is little more time
Our lives not right so what's your concern
So I had a rough night, I guess I'll never learn
My time isn't up, I live for no one else
Save you breath and your good advice
For yourself
Chorus:
We've got to feel much better
Place me in the sun
We've got to feel much better
Place me in the sun
(Ad-lib vocals)
In "Bird River Grove," Can't Hang addresses the need for self-expression and self-discovery, the search for inspiration, and the internal conflicts that exist in all of us. The lyrics speak to the idea that sometimes we have to look beyond traditional sources of guidance, such as the "good book," and trust in our own ability to find what we need.
The song opens with the singer expressing his desire for "sweet inspiration" that won't let him down. He rejects the notion that he should listen to what the "good book tells me" because he has yet to find what he's looking for. The lyrics suggest that the singer is in a dark place, having faced troubles and feeling the weight of age upon him. However, he is still searching for the inspiration he needs to pull through.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's internal conflict. He acknowledges that wounds don't heal quickly and that he is going through a "steep transition." Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic about his ability to find what he needs. He concludes by rejecting the advice of others and asserting his independence, declaring that he lives for no one else.
Overall, "Bird River Grove" is a powerful and introspective song that speaks to the struggle we all face in finding inspiration and meaning in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta get my sweet inspiration
I need to find my source of motivation and inspiration.
The one, that won't let me down
It has to be something that won't disappoint me.
Not gonna listen, to what the good book tells me
I won't blindly follow what the authority or conventional wisdom tells me.
Cause I'm yet to be found
I'm still searching for my true path or identity.
Remember the days before we were troubled
I think back to the times before we faced problems or conflicts.
When we were feelin' so good
We were happy and content with our lives.
Before our faces were even touched by age
We were still young and innocent, with no visible signs of aging.
I'd be there, I'd be there if I could
I would be there to support and help those who need it, if it were possible.
Wounds don't heal so quick, it's a steep transition
It takes time and effort to recover from emotional or physical injuries, and it can be a difficult process.
Internal conflict, resurrection
I'm struggling with my own inner demons or issues, and I'm trying to find a way to overcome them and come back stronger.
Chorus: We've got to feel much better Place me in the sun
We need to improve our situation and feel better about ourselves, like putting ourselves in a warm and positive environment.
It's right in front of me, I can almost reach it
The solution or goal I'm trying to achieve is within my sight and grasp.
All I need is little more time
I just need a little more time and effort to make progress or to achieve my goals.
Our lives not right so what's your concern
My life is not perfect or ideal, so why should I care about what others think or say about it?
So I had a rough night, I guess I'll never learn
I'm aware of my own mistakes and shortcomings, but it's not easy to change or improve overnight.
My time isn't up, I live for no one else
I still have a lot of time and opportunities to live my own life, without being influenced too much by others.
Save you breath and your good advice for yourself
Don't bother giving me advice or lecture me on what I should do, as I'm not interested or receptive to it.
(Ad-lib vocals)
Singing with improvised or non-lyrical sounds, to add more emotion or expression to the song.
Contributed by Kaylee G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.