On & On
Jackie Lyrics


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Going under can you take it
Oh my hearts what you're breakin
What are you doing to choose
Can't stop my dreaming bout you
Well on and on and on and on
And on and on and on and on we go
We go, we go we go
Can you take it
Can you take it
Can you take it, can you take
Can you take it, can you take

Well on and on and on and on
And on and on
You know I try
To make things right
Well on and on and on and on
And on and on and on
You know I try
To make things right

Can you take it
Can you take it
Can you take it, can you take
Can you take it, can you take
Can you take it
Can you take it
Can you take it, can you take
Can you take it
Can you take it, can you take it
Can you take it
Can you take it, can you take
Can you take it, can you take it
Can you take it




Can you take it
Can you take it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Jackie's song "On & On" depict desperation and struggle in a relationship. The first verse starts with "Going under can you take it," suggesting the singer is feeling overwhelmed and needs the other person to support them. However, the second line "Oh my heart's what you're breaking" hints that the relationship might be causing more harm than good. The singer is conflicted and wonders what the other person is choosing because they cannot stop dreaming about them.


The chorus "Well on and on and on and on / And on and on and on and on we go" highlights the never-ending cycle of their relationship. The repetition of "we go" suggests that they are both stuck in this cycle together, and they cannot seem to break free. The pre-chorus and the second verse both emphasize that the singer is trying to make things right and maintain the relationship, but the constant questioning of "Can you take it" causes uncertainty and doubt.


Overall, the song portrays a tumultuous relationship that the singer is struggling to keep together, but unsure if it's worth it.


Line by Line Meaning

Going under can you take it
Are you able to cope with difficult situations?


Oh my hearts what you're breakin
How are you affecting my emotional state?


What are you doing to choose
Are you making decisions that lead to growth?


Can't stop my dreaming bout you
You occupy my thoughts and dreams constantly.


Well on and on and on and on
We persist and move forward despite challenges.


And on and on and on and on we go
We keep pushing through life despite the obstacles we face.


We go, we go we go
We continue moving forward no matter the circumstances.


You know I try to make things right
I am making an effort to fix whatever is wrong.


Can you take it
Will you be able to handle what's coming?


Can you take it, can you take
Can you endure the hardships that may come our way?


Can you take it, can you take it
Are you strong enough to handle whatever life throws at us?


Can you take it, can you take
Are you able to withstand the trials and struggles we may face?


Can you take it, can you take it
Can you handle whatever challenges we may have to overcome?


Can you take it
Do you have what it takes to endure whatever hardships come our way?




Writer(s): Andrew Sanchez-owen

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Singh apwin Sandhu

The one and only Jackie Chan single-handedly create a new genre in the film industry called "Action Comedy"😅

Ste Roe

Eddie Murphy was doing it in the 80s

Mudball Creative

@Ste Roe yeah, I must have imagined seeing The Big Brawl at the drive in 1980. A couple of years before Eddie Murphy shot 48 Hours.

Mudball Creative

That being said, I agree that Jackie Chan didn’t create the genre.

Benjamin

Beverly Hills cop Beverly Hills Ninja

Benjamin

When was Drunken master ?

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Jasmine Guitang

This is one of the best movies Jacky Chan has ever made in his entire film history. He is truly a legend. Applause to all stuntmen!

dfox0190

Only Jackie Chan can still be this badass at almost 70 years old!

Mike Wright

70 is very young. well, not quite very I guess. lol

turchik

@Sachin Jha Samuel L. Jackson is a good actor, but Jackie Chan does all his tricks by himself, and at 70 it's commendable

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