Can't Hold Us
Can't Hold Us (Feat. Ray Dalton) - Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Lyrics

Ayy, ayy, ayy
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the present moment

Good to see you, c'mon, dude, let's go
Excitedly greeting a friend and inviting them to join in on an adventure

Yeah, let's go
Emphasizing the eagerness and readiness to embark on said adventure

Alright, alright, okay, ah, alright, okay
Expressing agreement and readiness to move forward

Return of the Mack, get 'em, what it is, what it does, what it is, what it isn't
Referencing the confident return of an individual while questioning the true nature and purpose of their actions

Looking for a better way to get up out of bed
Searching for a more fulfilling and productive way to spend one's time

Instead of getting on the internet and checking a new hit
Avoiding the distraction and temptation of mindlessly scrolling through the internet

We get up, fresh out, pimp strut walking
Walking with a confident and proud stride, feeling energized and ready to tackle the day

Little bit of humble, little bit of cautious
Maintaining a sense of modesty and caution in order to avoid overconfidence and recklessness

Somewhere between like, Rocky and Cosby, sweater game
Referencing two iconic figures and their unique styles, blending them together for one's own personal flair

Nope, nope, y'all can't copy that
Taking pride in one's originality and uniqueness, asserting that others cannot imitate or replicate it

Bad, moonwalking, this here, is our party
Boasting about one's impressive dance moves and celebrating the moment as one's own personal victory

My posse's been on Broadway, and we did it our way
Bringing attention to the success and achievements of one's team, emphasizing their individuality and originality in attaining their goals

Grown music, I shed my skin and put my bones into everything, I record to it
Creating honest and vulnerable music while pouring one's entire being and soul into the process

And yet I'm on, let that stage light go and shine on down
Acknowledging one's own success and relishing the moment, inviting the spotlight to highlight their achievements

Got that Bob Barker suit game and Plinko in my style
Being fashionably unique and memorable, referencing a famous game show host and his flashy style

Money, stay on my craft and stick around for those pounds
Dedicating oneself to their craft and working hard to reap the rewards, both financially and personally

But I do that to pass the torch and put on for my town
Working hard and achieving success in order to uplift and inspire others in one's community

Trust me, on my I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T shit, hustling
Asserting one's independence and self-reliance, working hard and putting in the effort to succeed on one's own terms

Chasing dreams since I was fourteen
Pursuing one's passions and aspirations from a young age, never giving up on one's goals

With the four-track, bussin'
Starting from the bottom and working hard to achieve success, utilizing limited resources to create and produce music

Halfway 'cross that city with the backpack, fat cat, crush s***
Navigating and overcoming obstacles in order to pursue one's dreams, carrying the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed

Labels out here, now they can't tell me nothin'
Achieving success and independence without conforming to industry standards or expectations

We give that to the people, spread it across the country
Giving back to one's fans and community, sharing the success and joy with people all over the country

Can we go back? This is the moment
Reflecting on the past and acknowledging the present moment as a time of great significance

Tonight is the night, we'll fight 'til it's over
Emphasizing the effort and determination required to achieve one's goals and make a lasting impact

So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Celebrating the moment with unbridled joy and enthusiasm, feeling as if nothing can stop us in our pursuit of success

Now, can I kick it? Thank you
Asking the listener for permission to continue with the song and express oneself

Yeah, I'm so damn grateful
Expressing deep gratitude and appreciation for all the opportunities and successes in one's life

I grew up really wanting gold fronts
Reflecting on one's past and acknowledging the cultural influences and desires from one's youth

But that's what you get when Wu-Tang raised you
Acknowledging the influence and impact of a particular music group on one's life and career

Y'all can't stop me, go hard like I've got an 808 in my heartbeat
Asserting one's invincibility and determination to succeed, referencing a popular drum machine and its powerful beats

And I'm eating at the beat like you gave a little speed
Savoring and enjoying the music, feeling invigorated and inspired by its energy and rhythm

To a great white shark on Shark Week, raw
Comparing oneself to a fierce predator with unrelenting ambition and drive

Time to go up, I'm gone
Acknowledging the forward momentum and upward trajectory of one's career and success

Deuces, goodbye, I've got a world to see
Saying farewell to the past and embracing the opportunities and adventures that lie ahead

And my girl, she wanna see Rome
Sharing one's life and success with a partner, expressing a desire to create memories and experience new things together

Caesar make you a believer, nah
Referencing the persuasive charisma and dominance of Caesar, asserting one's own ability to inspire and motivate others

I never ever did it for a throne
Stating that one's motivations for success and achievement are not rooted in power or control

That validation comes from giving it back to the people, now
Believing that true validation and success comes from giving back to the community and making a positive impact in people's lives

Sing this song and it goes like
Encouraging the listener to join in on singing the song and sharing the experience together

Raise those hands, this is our party
Inviting the listener to celebrate and enjoy the moment together, acknowledging that the moment belongs to everyone present

We came here to live life like nobody was watching
Embracing the freedom and spontaneity of the moment and living life without fear of judgment or scrutiny

I got my city right behind me
Feeling supported and uplifted by one's community, recognizing and honoring the loyal following from one's hometown

If I fall, they got me
Feeling comforted and protected by one's community, knowing that they have one's back even in times of failure or adversity

Learn from that failure, gain humility
Using failure as a learning opportunity and recognizing that humility and self-reflection are important qualities for personal growth

And then we keep marching, I said
Persisting and persevering through hardship and adversity, continuing to move forward towards one's goals

Na, na, nana, na, na, nana
Repeating a catchy and infectious melody that encourages participation and engagement from the listener

Hey (and all my people sing)
Adding an additional layer of encouragement and support for the listener to join in on the fun

Mack-le-eh-eh-eh-eh-more
Ending the song with a final assertion of one's unique and memorable identity