Carry On
Crosby Stills Nash and Young Lyrics
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They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
What we on
They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
I don't need no travel buddy
I don't work with no understudy
Dark Clouds you know it's never sunny
On this day and night you know Kid Cudi
Ambush you know the jumpy
Do Rhodes/roads like my names Dusty
They on the ropes, I ain't talking bungee
Them man are clowns and they looking Kursty
I dropped 7 songs that's a Ye album
Why does my love, bring the hate out em'
Don't take it personal that's their problem
See me in person, wouldn't dare block him
"Money Moves" no red bottoms
On a move I still red dot em'
I show signs of not stopping
Fly like the Hobb Goblin
What we on
They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
What we on
They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
Ditch the luggage at baggage claim
They claim they real but they really ain't
I ain't never rode no coat-tail
Rather make the sales
But I aint have to take that path
I always knew how to graft
Grew trees with my
Then I put it in to rap
They say he don't know how to act
Battles like its smack
I carry on on my marathon
Watch a run a lap
Missy, get ya, get ya freaky on
Dream chase get your meek on
Blood suckers, watch em leach on
Two one on each arm
What we on
They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
What we on
They told me that it can't be done
I hit ignore and carry on
I'm fly without the carry on
The song "Carry On" by Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young is an anthem for perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity. However, Kid Cudi's interpretation of "Carry On" takes these themes and applies them to his personal journey. He talks about how he has been told that what he wants to achieve is impossible, but he chooses to ignore the naysayers and keep moving forward. He compares himself to a "Hobb Goblin," which is a character from Spider-Man known for his agility and adaptability. Kid Cudi says that he's fly without any carry on, meaning that he is self-sufficient and doesn't need anyone else to help him achieve his goals.
Kid Cudi also talks about his commitment to his craft and how he has been able to achieve success through hard work and determination. He says that he has "dropped 7 songs that's a Ye album," referring to his frequent collaborator Kanye West, and that his love of music can bring out the hate in others. Despite this, he refuses to take it personally and lets it be their problem. Kid Cudi also raps about ditching his baggage and not relying on anyone else to make his way in the music industry. Instead, he relies on his own instincts and abilities to "make the sales."
Overall, Kid Cudi's interpretation of "Carry On" is a testament to his own journey and his perseverance in the face of criticism and adversity. He encourages listeners to keep moving forward and to not let anyone else's doubts or negativity hold them back.
Line by Line Meaning
What we on
What are we doing with our lives
They told me that it can't be done
People are telling me that my goals are impossible
I hit ignore and carry on
I disregard their negativity and continue to pursue my goals
I'm fly without the carry on
I am successful without any extra baggage or distractions
I don't need no travel buddy
I don't need anyone else to help me on my journey
I don't work with no understudy
I don't have anyone who can replace me or fill in for me
Dark Clouds you know it's never sunny
Life is difficult and often challenging
On this day and night you know Kid Cudi
My struggles and challenges are like those of Kid Cudi
Ambush you know the jumpy
People try to sabotage me and put me on edge
Do Rhodes/roads like my names Dusty
My name is Dusty and I navigate through difficult roads like Rhodes
They on the ropes, I ain't talking bungee
My opponents are struggling and I am not giving up
Them man are clowns and they looking Kursty
My opponents are foolish and have no chance of winning
I dropped 7 songs that's a Ye album
I have released a lot of music like Kanye West
Why does my love, bring the hate out em'
My success and positive energy brings out the negativity in others
Don't take it personal that's their problem
Other people's negativity is not my responsibility
See me in person, wouldn't dare block him
People are scared to criticize me in person
"Money Moves" no red bottoms
I am successful without flashy or expensive items
On a move I still red dot em'
I am still successful and accurate in my work while on the move
I show signs of not stopping
I am determined to continue my success
Fly like the Hobb Goblin
I am successful and able to fly like a goblin
Ditch the luggage at baggage claim
Get rid of unnecessary baggage in life
They claim they real but they really ain't
People claim to be authentic but they are not
I ain't never rode no coat-tail
I have never relied on someone else's success to achieve my own
Rather make the sales
I am focused on achieving success, especially financial success
But I aint have to take that path
I did not have to follow any set path to achieve success
I always knew how to graft
I have always known how to work hard and make something successful
Grew trees with my
I grew up with nothing and made something of myself
Then I put it in to rap
I used my experiences to create music
They say he don't know how to act
People criticize me for not acting a certain way, but I am true to myself
Battles like its smack
I handle challenges like they are easy and overcome them
I carry on on my marathon
I continue to push forward and work towards my goals
Watch a run a lap
I am constantly moving and achieving success
Missy, get ya, get ya freaky on
Reference to a Missy Elliot song, saying to embrace your uniqueness
Dream chase get your meek on
Focus on achieving your dreams, like Meek Mill
Blood suckers, watch em leach on
People who rely on others for success and opportunity
Two one on each arm
I am successful and have many accolades to show for it
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Written by: Arnoldo Williamson
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Crosby Stills Nash - Carry On -Lyrics
One morning I woke up and I knew
You were really gone
A new day, a new way, and new eyes
To see the dawn.
Go your way, I'll go mine and
Carry on
The sky is clearing and the night
Has cried enough
The sun, he come, the world
To soften up
Rejoice, rejoice, we have no choice but
To carry on
The fortunes of fables are able
To sing the song
Now witness the quickness with which
We get along
To sing the blues you've got to live the dues and
Carry on
Carry on
Love is coming
Love is coming to us all
Where are you going now my love?
Where will you be tomorrow?
Will you bring me happiness?
Will you bring me sorrow?
Oh, the questions of a thousand dreams
What you do and what you see
Lover can you talk to me?
Girl when I was on my own
Chasing you down
What was it made you run?
Trying your best just to get around.
The questions of a thousand dreams
What you do and what you see
Lover can you talk to me?
@jaredmello
RIP David Crosby, he passed away today 1/19/23 at the age of 81. This was always my favorite song of theirs. Thanks for the amazing music and memories!
@michaelkaylor4962
Same here i agree. Love the harmony in this song
@perryknox6500
Amen
@barbaradethierry7171
Assolutamente un Grande Musicista x sempre la sia armonia Ăš con noi a ricordarci un periodo fantasmagorico âŒïž
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@kimdourakos8160
The surgeons in the delivery room were jamming to this when my baby boy was born. Iâll never forget as Soon as they pulled him from my body the phrase âCarry onâ rang out into the room and then he let out a healthy cry. Surreal and enlightening.
@tmwilliams54
That must have been epicâ what a story to tell your son!
@kimdourakos8160
Carrie Dawn!Lol
@rosaynnafellini9959
Lovely story, thankyou for sharing, my friend...Aloha, Rose
@rosaynnafellini9959
Always....carry on.....Aloha, Rose
@ajaxgrac6547
Beautiful story