Can You Feel It
Dr. Derelict Lyrics
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You can use it while you're here but when you go it's got to stay
You didn't write the song you just learned how to sing it
You may bring a little sunshine but you don't make the day
These shoes that I own somebody else'll wear 'em
And the road that I'll walk someone will walk again
And the loves that I've known somebody else'll share 'em
A few well chosen friends, a few well chosen friends
We'll leave a couple of songs and things to a few well-chosen friends
Oh now you don't have to tell me that I'm the first to love you, 'cos I ain't
And I'm not young enough to think that I'm gonna be the last
So I won't promise nothing and you just might believe me
And let me sing one song with you before the band goes past
Before the band goes past, before the band goes past
Let's put it together and sing one song before the band goes past
Oh you can't take it with you 'cause you didn't bring it
You can use it while you're here but when you go it's got to stay
No you don't write the song you just learned how to sing it
You may bring a little sunshine but you sure don't make the day
You may bring a little sunshine but you sure don't make the day
Oh we can't take it with us 'cause we didn't bring it
We can use it while we're here but when we go it's got to stay
No we didn't write the song we just barely learned to sing it
We may bring a little sunshine but we sure don't make the day
In "Can You Feel It," Dr. Derelict is expressing a profound understanding of the impermanence of material possessions and personal experiences. The first verse emphasizes that nothing we accumulate in life can be taken with us when we pass away. Whether it is material wealth, achievements, or knowledge, they do not go with us in the end. The line "You may bring a little sunshine but you don't make the day" suggests that while individuals can bring temporary happiness to others, they do not have the power to control or shape the overall course of life's events.
The second verse introduces the concept of passing on one's belongings and experiences to others. Dr. Derelict recognizes that the shoes he owns, the places he walks, and the loves he has known will eventually be experienced by someone else. However, he hopes to leave behind a legacy through songs and other meaningful things that he can share with a select group of well-chosen friends. This implies that the true value lies not in material possessions but in the connections and memories created with those closest to us.
The third verse delves into matters of love and relationships. Dr. Derelict acknowledges that he may not be the first or the last person to love the listener. He does not make any empty promises, indicating a level of realism and honesty. Instead, he suggests that they enjoy a moment together, represented by singing one song before the band moves on. This could symbolize cherishing fleeting moments of connection rather than dwelling on unrealistic expectations.
The final verse expands the previous insights to encompass humanity as a whole. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the message that no one can bring their possessions or achievements with them when they die. It also emphasizes the realization that none of us truly create or own the songs (or experiences) of life; we merely learn to sing them. Dr. Derelict further recognizes that although we may bring some happiness to others, our individual contributions cannot define or control the course of the world.
Overall, "Can You Feel It" explores themes of impermanence, the transference of experiences, the value of authentic connections, and the limitations of personal impact on the grand scheme of existence. The lyrics encourage listeners to recognize the fleeting nature of life, appreciate meaningful connections, and focus on making the most of the present moment rather than seeking lasting material possessions or unrealistic expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
You can't take it with you 'cause you didn't bring it
You cannot bring material possessions with you when you die, as you did not possess them before your existence
You can use it while you're here but when you go it's got to stay
You can make use of your possessions during your lifetime, but they are to be left behind when you pass away
You didn't write the song you just learned how to sing it
Although you do not have original ideas or creations, you have acquired the knowledge and skill to perform or recite someone else's work
You may bring a little sunshine but you don't make the day
Although you can contribute positivity and happiness to others, you do not have the power to control or determine the course of an entire day
These shoes that I own somebody else'll wear 'em
Eventually, someone else will take ownership of the shoes that currently belong to me
And the road that I'll walk someone will walk again
The path or journey that I traverse will be experienced by another individual in the future
And the loves that I've known somebody else'll share 'em
The affection and relationships that I have encountered will be embraced and experienced by others in the future
I'll just leave a couple of songs and things to a few well-chosen friends
I will only leave behind a small collection of songs and personal possessions to a select group of close and trusted companions
A few well chosen friends, a few well chosen friends
Only a small number of carefully selected friends are deserving of receiving these songs and items
We'll leave a couple of songs and things to a few well-chosen friends
Together, we will decide to bequeath a few songs and personal belongings to our carefully chosen confidants
Oh now you don't have to tell me that I'm the first to love you, 'cos I ain't
There is no need for you to falsely claim that I am the initial person to experience love for you, as it is untrue
And I'm not young enough to think that I'm gonna be the last
I am mature and realistic enough to understand that I will not be the final individual to develop feelings of love for you
So I won't promise nothing and you just might believe me
To avoid making empty commitments, I will refrain from making any promises, and perhaps you will trust my words
And let me sing one song with you before the band goes past
Permit me the opportunity to perform a single musical piece alongside you before the chance passes us by
Before the band goes past, before the band goes past
We should seize the moment and sing a song together before the opportunity eludes us
Let's put it together and sing one song before the band goes past
Let us join forces and create music together by performing a single song prior to the band departing from our reach
Oh we can't take it with us 'cause we didn't bring it
Since we did not possess our belongings before our existence, they cannot be taken with us when we depart
We can use it while we're here but when we go it's got to stay
While we are alive, we have the ability to utilize our possessions, but upon our departure, they are to remain behind
No we didn't write the song we just barely learned to sing it
Though we did not create the song ourselves, we have only recently acquired the ability to perform it vocally
We may bring a little sunshine but we sure don't make the day
Although we can bring joy and positivity, we do not possess the capability to dictate or control the overall course of a day
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