1) [1] a UK hi… Read Full Bio ↴There are three musical projects by the name of Kano --
1) [1] a UK hip hop / grime rapper
2) [2] a classic italo-disco project.
3) [3] a Japanese singer who covers Vocaloid songs.
[1] In his early teens Kano attended Langdon Comprehensive School in East Ham, Newham, where his mother still works. Kano was a promising footballer, representing Chelsea F.C., Junior Hammers and Norwich City by the age of thirteen, but in the end he abandoned his sporting ambitions in favour of a musical career. His cousin Jonathan Fortune plays for Charlton Athletic.
His first track was "Boys Love Girls". Kano first became known on the UK grime scene for his work with his original group, N.A.S.T.Y Crew (Natural Artistic Sounds Touching You). From this springboard he was signed as a solo artist and began work on his debut solo album.
He is signed to 679 Recordings and is a label mate of The Streets. He was also a key member in East London’s N.A.S.T.Y. Crew. However, since being signed to 679 recordings, he has now left N.A.S.T.Y Crew, and took Demon and Ghetto with him.
Home Sweet Home was a great critical success, from across the British press, most notably The Independent and The Observer, two creditable UK based newspapers. Many artists in the UK and US have expressed positive views of the album, including Busta Rhymes, Nas, RZA, Jay-Z, Andre 3000 and Chuck D of Public Enemy.
Towards the end of 2005, Kano also released a mixtape, Beats & Bars, which is currently only available at his concerts.
London Town was released on September 10, 2007, which included hit single, "This Is The Girl", featuring Craig David. London Town includes tracks featuring Gorillaz member Damon Albarn formerly of Blur, Kate Nash, Craig David, Vybz Kartel and Leo The Lion.
Kano is also releasing a special Deluxe Limited Edition that includes a DVD featuring a interview with Kano, This Is The Girl video and acoustic studio footage with Craig David.
Kano has now left 679 recordings.
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[2] Kano was a post-disco music project formed in 1979 by Italian-based producers/musicians Luciano Ninzatti, Stefano Pulga and Matteo Bonsanto. They were early producers of a style of Italian dance music called Italo-disco, a blend of 1970s disco and funk with the addition of synthesizers.
Kano's sound was first heard on radio stations and in dance clubs around the world with their debut hit single, 1980's "I'm Ready", from their self-titled debut album (which also included the minor hits, "It's a War" and the instrumental track "Cosmic Voyager"). The b-side of "I'm Ready", "Holly Dolly" used the same essential production elements. "I'm Ready" also peaked at #21 on the Black Singles chart. "It's a War" was also a big hit on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart in the U.S., reaching #2 for five weeks.
The project went on to record two other albums, including 1981's "New York Cake" (which included the minor hits "Don't Try to Stop Me", and "Can't Hold Back") and 1983's "Another Life" (including the title track and "I Need Love") which introduced West Indian-born singer Glen White. Their last song was 1985's "This Is the Night".
"I'm Ready" was later used as a sample on a few songs, such as Gigolo Tony's 1986 hit "Hokie Pokie" and Rofo's 1987 hit "Flashlight In A Disconight". The most well-known use of it as a sample is on Tag Team's 1993 hit, "Whoomp! (There It Is)". "Another Life" was remixed by Master Blaster featuring in their 2003 album "We Love Italo Disco". "Another Life" was also sampled in the 2005 track "Discopolis" by Lifelike & Kris Menace. "Ikeya Seki" was sampled by the French electro house artist Kavinsky for his track "Grand Canyon", which appeared on his 2007 EP, 1986.
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[3]Romanized name of the utaite 鹿乃, for a full biography, check that page.
Can't hold back
Kano Lyrics
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Needs somebody-ody-ody-ody
Everybody-ody-ody-ody
Needs somebody, somebody to love
Ahh, ah
I'm thankful
Where I reach in life
Ghetto yute we fight the fight
Dem can't hold we now
Can't hold we down
Dem can't hold we now
Can't hold we down, hold
Uh, buss a shot for a real one
I don't mean a gun finger, buss a real one
Then free butcher, we was raised on the real dons
Not all these rassclart lil' suttin's, nah
Black suit like I'm dressed for a killing
Steppin' at with auntie, something fresh she be whippin'
All black Range Rover, all black women
I bet the Daily Mail wan' Photoshop a spliff in, ay
This one, it got the summer on smash
Couple hundred plus VAT, do the fucking quick maths
Out of character to gas but it's facts cuz
I was in Ayia Napa in bless club
You can ask Demon and you can ask D Dubz
Representin' East and the city for the city ones, uh
I ain't a gangster but I rave with dem
We both pop ten bottles of escapism
I'm thankful (hey, hey)
Where I reach in life (hey)
Cah man grew up rough (hey, hey)
Ghetto yute ew fight the fight (hey)
Dem can't (hey) hold we now (hey)
Can't hold me down (hey, hey)
Dem can't (hey) hold we now (hey)
Can't hold we down (hey), hold (hey)
Tell dem a bad man ting and a yard man ting and a London ting
Boydem wan' man feel, they nah wan' man free, they nah wan' man win
Them know dem can't violate, cah mi have some way ah sing like violin
I'm so goddamn blessed everyday of mi life, I keep smiling
Used to play run house, every time the sun out
Now they're getting guns out, man are getting run down
Every new day, a new drama, something's gone down
Couple man gone in, a couple man just come out
Some Gucci loafers, we're going out out
Fuck Hakkasan, got G sheakers looking gang there
We don't twist fingers and we don't wear bandanas
We just drink Henny from the bottle, call it bad manners
Yeah, we're from bad manors, can't take the mickey round here
If a boy move iffy round here, might clip him round ear
For the dargs and kittys round here
But the gyaldem pretty round here (Oh gosh)
This is major living
Bore fruit like Bob with The Wailers with him
Champagne in the dance, that's how we play the rhythm
Money pull up, make a jockey jack our favorite lyrics
Plus I ain't baby sipping
I'm in the V.I (hey), I don't see none of them (hey)
Might see Ghetts (hey), I see Post, I see Wretch (hey, chillin', ooh)
I see Bizzle (hey), Don P, nuttin' less (hey, wagwan?)
Hollowman (hey), that's my gun man friend (hey, pump pump)
I come here with a couple (hey) money man friend (hey, wheelie dem)
So don't come here with (hey) your bottle contest (hey, problem)
Every month (hey), bills, every week, stress (hey)
But we blessed 'cause we made it out the S
I'm thankful
Where I reach in life
Cah man grew up rough
Ghetto yute we fight the fight
Dem can't hold we now
Can't hold we down
Dem can't hold we now
Can't hold we down, hold
Oi
Tell them a bad man ting and a yard man ting and a London ting
Boydem wan' man feel, they nah wan' man free, they nah wan' man win
Them know dem can't violate, cah mi have some way ah sing like violin
I'm so goddamn blessed every day of mi life, I keep smiling
'Matic (hey), ugly like Chucky bride (hey)
Anywhere mi go (hey), mi ever have it pon mi side (hey)
Run up on the kid (hey), that's suicide (hey)
My killy draw the .45 (hey) and do the 35 (hey, hey, oooh)
Champagne poppin' at the crib (hey, sweet, hey)
Dem life, tell me wan' live (hey)
Fly guys summer (hey) sent the kids out the ends (hey, hey)
But you can't take the ends out the kid (hey)
Kano's song "Can't Hold Back" is about overcoming struggles and obstacles to reach a better place in life with more opportunities. In the opening verse, Kano reflects on his tough upbringing as a ghetto youth and how he defied those who tried to hold him back. The chorus emphasizes the importance of having someone to love and support, and how that can help a person overcome obstacles.
The second verse touches on Kano's success and how he has made it out of his difficult neighborhood. There is a focus on living lavishly and enjoying life, but not forgetting the struggles that lead to the success. Kano mentions running "Afro-Caribbean" clubs in Ayia Napa, representing the East side of London, and spending time with other UK rappers like Ghetts, Post, Wretch, and Bizzle.
The third verse is more aggressive, with Kano bragging about his street credibility and implying danger to anyone who crosses him. He compares himself to the horror movie character Chucky and mentions carrying a gun at all times. Despite this tough demeanor, the song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the importance of love and support.
Overall, "Can't Hold Back" is a message of overcoming adversity and embracing success, but not forgetting where one came from and the importance of those who helped along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody-ody-ody-ody
Everyone needs somebody to love
Needs somebody-ody-ody-ody
People need companionship in their lives
Needs somebody, somebody to love
Acknowledging the importance of having someone to love in one's life
I'm thankful
Expressing gratitude for the good things in life
Where I reach in life
Reflecting on one's current position in life
Cah man grew up rough
Growing up in poverty and facing hardship
Ghetto yute we fight the fight
Struggling and fighting to succeed despite the odds
Dem can't hold we now
Refusing to be held back by obstacles or opposition
Can't hold we down
Unstoppable despite any attempts to hold one back
Can't hold we down, hold
Undeterred and unstoppable
Buss a shot for a real one
A tribute to genuine, authentic people who deserve respect
I don't mean a gun finger, buss a real one
Not talking about a violent gesture, but a salute to those who are true to themselves
Then free butcher, we was raised on the real dons
Growing up with strong, genuine role models and rejecting fake ones
Not all these rassclart lil' suttin's, nah
Rejecting those who are fake and insincere
Black suit like I'm dressed for a killing
Dressed sharply as if ready to conquer and succeed
Steppin' at with auntie, something fresh she be whippin'
Going out and enjoying good food and company with family
All black Range Rover, all black women
Enjoying the finer things in life with good company
I bet the Daily Mail wan' Photoshop a spliff in, ay
The media may try to portray him in a negative light due to his success and lifestyle
This one, it got the summer on smash
Referring to the popularity of his music
Couple hundred plus VAT, do the fucking quick maths
Calculating expenses for his success
Out of character to gas but it's facts cuz
It may seem unusual for him to promote himself, but it is true
I was in Ayia Napa in bless club
Recalling a past experience of partying in a club in Ayia Napa
You can ask Demon and you can ask D Dubz
Calling upon friends who can verify his past experience
Representin' East and the city for the city ones, uh
Showing pride in his background and representing his city
I ain't a gangster but I rave with dem
Not identifying as a gangster, but enjoying their company and lifestyle
We both pop ten bottles of escapism
Indulging in alcohol as a form of escapism
Tell dem a bad man ting and a yard man ting and a London ting
Self-identifying as Jamaican and from London
Boydem wan' man feel, they nah wan' man free, they nah wan' man win
A commentary on how some people would rather control others than see them succeed
Used to play run house, every time the sun out
Recalling childhood memories of playing outside
Now they're getting guns out, man are getting run down
Commenting on the increase in violence he has observed
Every new day, a new drama, something's gone down
Reflecting on the negative events that occur daily
Couple man gone in, a couple man just come out
People coming and going due to their involvement with violence or crime
Some Gucci loafers, we're going out out
Wearing fancy clothes for a night out
Fuck Hakkasan, got G sheakers looking gang there
Going to exclusive clubs and looking fashionable
We don't twist fingers and we don't wear bandanas
Not adhering to gang affiliations or stereotypes
We just drink Henny from the bottle, call it bad manners
Drinking and enjoying themselves without worrying about what others think
Yeah, we're from bad manors, can't take the mickey round here
Living in a neighborhood where one must be tough to survive
If a boy move iffy round here, might clip him round ear
Enforcing their dominance and protecting their territory
For the dargs and kittys round here
Referring to the locals, dogs, and cats who share the neighborhood
But the gyaldem pretty round here (Oh gosh)
Despite the rough environment, there are still attractive women
This is major living
Celebrating the success and lifestyle he has achieved
Bore fruit like Bob with The Wailers with him
Making something great out of his life, like Bob Marley and his bandmates achieved
Champagne in the dance, that's how we play the rhythm
Drinking champagne while partying and dancing
Money pull up, make a jockey jack our favorite lyrics
Celebrating how money can enhance one's enjoyment of life
Plus I ain't baby sipping
Drinking alcohol with confidence
I'm in the V.I (hey), I don't see none of them (hey)
Partying in the VIP section and deliberately ignoring others
Might see Ghetts (hey), I see Post, I see Wretch (hey, chillin', ooh)
Name-dropping other rappers and enjoying their company
I see Bizzle (hey), Don P, nuttin' less (hey, wagwan?)
Referring to friends and colleagues by name
Hollowman (hey), that's my gun man friend (hey, pump pump)
Name-dropping another friend and hinting at his violent tendencies
I come here with a couple (hey) money man friend (hey, wheelie dem)
Partying with friends who have achieved financial success
So don't come here with (hey) your bottle contest (hey, problem)
Challenging others to compete with his wealth and success
Every month (hey), bills, every week, stress (hey)
Despite his success, still dealing with the stresses of everyday life
But we blessed 'cause we made it out the S
Even though he struggles, he feels fortunate to have escaped his rough background
Oi
A common British exclamation used to get someone's attention
Tell them a bad man ting and a yard man ting and a London ting
As before, identifying himself as Jamaican and from London
'Matic (hey), ugly like Chucky bride (hey)
Referring to his gun and describing it in unflattering terms
Anywhere mi go (hey), mi ever have it pon mi side (hey)
Wherever he goes, he carries his weapon with him
Run up on the kid (hey), that's suicide (hey)
Warning others against trying to harm him
My killy draw the .45 (hey) and do the 35 (hey, hey, oooh)
Threatening violence against those who would harm him
Champagne poppin' at the crib (hey, sweet, hey)
Drinking champagne at home
Dem life, tell me wan' live (hey)
Others envy his lifestyle
Fly guys summer (hey) sent the kids out the ends (hey, hey)
Enjoying a summer of fashion and fun, while the children in the neighborhood play outside
But you can't take the ends out the kid (hey)
Reminding himself of his roots and where he came from
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Cleveland Browne, Clifton Bailey, Kane Robinson, Wycliffe Johnson, Andrae Hugh Sutherland, Blue May, Jodi Milliner
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Come to me she calls me
(I really need your lovin')
Come to me i need you
(Right now)
Come to me oh baby
(I wanna feel your lovin')
Come to me i want you
(Right now)
She's got what it takes she can pin you to the floor
She knows just what she'll do to you
She's dynamite dynamite
You can't hold back don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(You know you can't resist her)
You can't hold back don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(That girl is out to get ya)
(Break)
Come to me she calls me (i really need your lovin')
Come to me i need you (right now)
Come to me oh baby (i wanna feel your lovin')
Come to me i want you (right now)
She's got what it takes she can pin you to the floor
She knows just what she will do to you
She's dynamite, dynamite
You can't hold back, don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(You know you can't resist her)
You can't hold back, don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(That girl is gonna get ya)
(Break)
Come to me she cslls me
(I really need your lovin')
Come to me i need you
(Right now)
Come to me oh baby
(I wanna feel your lovin')
Come to me i want you
(Right now)
You can't hold back, don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(You know you can't resist her)
You can't hold back don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(That girl is out to get ya)
(Break)
Come to me she calls me
(I really need your lovin')
Come to me i need you
(Right now)
Come to me oh baby
(I wanna feel your lovin')
Come to me i want you
(Right now)
She's got what it takes she can pin you to the floor
She knows just what she will do to you
She's dynamite, dynamite
You can't hold back don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin')
(You know you can't resist her)
You can't hold back, don't fall for her she's coming
You just can't hold back your lovin'
(That girl is out to get ya)
(Break)
Come to me she calls me
(Verse)
She's got what it takes
(Bridge)
You can't hold back don't fall for her she's coming
(Break)
Come to me oh baby
@brennyk74
This tune is timeless.
@alessandromaldonado-boicel6645
Hell yeahhhh
@eduardofagundes4793
Imagine if music was this great in 2019.
World would be a better place.
@margaritazinkina4595
Согласна...абсолютно
@josesime24
Marcus Aurelio so true amazing music wish can go in time ☹️
@gerardomorrone478
Is the better place that makes this great music
@nickb8507
Listen to vulfpeck, they’re a pretty good modern day band that plays funk.
@Ryan-xc4em
So truee
@copywritergena1225
Kano was criminally underrated. Between this and "I'm Ready," I'm hooked on this band.
@251to502
Oddly, Can't Hold Back (Your Loving) was their only song to chart on the BIllboard Hot 100 in 1982.