Can't Take That Away from Me
JoJo Lyrics
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I need a slice of your affection
You might be thinking the grass is greener
Contemplating a change of scenery
Even hand in hand, I can feel your distance
If you walk away baby boy
You'll be missing me
You better think about no one
Oo, you can't just let go so easily
Try and find a girl who compares to me
When you know every thing that you mean to me
You can't take that away from me
Oh oh oh oh ohoh oh
Oh oh oh oh ohoh oh
Inseparable we were before, remember?
Can't just let a moment ruin our forever
We're not at the point of no return
I'm not ready to watch us crash and burn
I know in your heart that your tired of the distance
Not gonna let you make a mistake and be missing me
You better think about no one
Oo, you can't just let go so easily
Try and find a girl who compares to me
When you know every thing that you mean to me
You can't take that away from me
Oh oh oh oh ohoh
Imagination gets the best of me
I can't see another girl with what belongs to me
(oh no)
I had a feeling you would get a little stingy
'Cause if you go
You'll be taking a part of me (yeah)
You better think about no one
Oo, you can't just let go so easily
Try and find a girl who compares to me
When you know every thing that you mean to me
You can't take that away from me
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
The lyrics of JoJo's song Can't Take That Away from Me reflect a sentiment of anxiety and desperation as the singer tries to prevent their significant other from leaving them. The song begins with two powerful lines that establish the mood - "I need a knife to cut the tension, I need a slice of your affection". These lines suggest that there is some tension or conflict brewing between them and the singer requires some form of intervention to prevent their relationship from breaking down. The next few lines suggest that the significant other is contemplating leaving the relationship, even though they may be "hand in hand". The singer is trying to convince them that they will regret leaving and that they need to consider what they mean to each other before making any hasty decisions.
In the following verses, the singer reminds their significant other of their past and the good times they had together. They don't want to lose what they have and are not willing to "let a moment ruin our forever". Even though they acknowledge that there may be some distance between them, they are still hopeful that their relationship will work out. The song ends with a powerful statement - "You can't take that away from me". This line suggests that no matter what happens, what they had together will always be special and meaningful to the singer.
Overall, Can't Take That Away from Me is a poignant and powerful song that explores the theme of heartbreak and desperation. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has been in a relationship that was on the brink of collapse.
Line by Line Meaning
I need a knife to cut the tension
I need something to ease the awkwardness between us
I need a slice of your affection
I need some love and attention from you
You might be thinking the grass is greener
You may be considering leaving me for someone else
Contemplating a change of scenery
Thinking about starting over with someone new
Even hand in hand, I can feel your distance
I sense that you are emotionally distant even when we are physically close
If you walk away baby boy
If you leave me, my dear
You'll be missing me
You will regret leaving me
You better think about no one
You need to focus only on us and our relationship
Oo, you can't just let go so easily
Breaking up with me won't be easy for you
Try and find a girl who compares to me
Good luck finding someone better than me
When you know every thing that you mean to me
You understand how important you are to me
You can't take that away from me
You cannot erase the love and memories we have shared
Inseparable we were before, remember?
We used to be so close, remember?
Can't just let a moment ruin our forever
We can't let a small issue impact our entire relationship
We're not at the point of no return
We still have a chance to fix things
I'm not ready to watch us crash and burn
I don't want to see our relationship end in flames
I know in your heart that your tired of the distance
I'm aware that you are tired of this emotional distance between us
Not gonna let you make a mistake and be missing me
I won't let you make the mistake of leaving me and regretting it later
Imagination gets the best of me
I'm letting my imagination run wild
I can't see another girl with what belongs to me
I can't bear the thought of you being with someone else
(oh no)
Expression of disappointment/ concern
I had a feeling you would get a little stingy
I suspected you would become less affectionate
'Cause if you go
Because if you leave me
You'll be taking a part of me (yeah)
You will be taking a piece of my heart and happiness with you
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
Refrain/ chorus
Oh oh oh ohoh oh
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Oh oh oh ohoh oh
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Oh oh oh ohoh oh
Refrain/ chorus
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DeDe Brown
I've been a fan of jojo. Her music is always amazing
Bruno Dacruz
I have been a hugh fan of JoJo . This song. Has a strong message
Norman Browning
JoJo's mixtape is pretty amazing! Her music went in a different direction. Hopefully the new album sounds kinda like this.
Lesli Whitaker
I love it. Not my fave of her songs, but I do love it.
Ferdinando Paolo Santarpia
THIS IS A GREAT SONG! I hope she puts this in the bonus track of Jumping Trains!
strawberrie500
I've been a fan since as long as I can remember<3 The first song I heard by her was, "Too Little Too Late", It's still one of my favorites, and it's been about 5 years since I first heard it. I will never forget it<3 Thank you JoJo, for being an inspiration to me!
cupidh21
That Tina Campbell church run at 2min into the song takes me out every time! Sang Jojo!!!!!!
Brandeezyyy
I love this song...so much
blkprettyboi19
love it :)
Kyra Watson
Love this! How have I not heard this!!! UGH