I Say You Can't Stop
Nelson Lyrics


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I had not planned on seeing you
I was afraid of what I'd do
But pride is strong, here am I
And I just can't let that you say goodbye

Please have no fear, you're in no harm
As long as you're here in my arms
But you can't leave so please don't try
But I just can't let that you say goodbye

What force behind your evil mind
Can let your lips speak so unkind
To one who loves as much as I
But I just can't let you say goodbye

The flesh around your throat is pale
Intended by my fingernails
Please don't scream and please don't cry
'Cause I just can't let that you say goodbye

Your voice is still, it speaks no more
You'll never hurt me anymore




Death is a friend to love and I
'Cause now you'll never say goodbye

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nelson's song "I Say You Can't Stop" delve into themes of obsession, possessiveness, and the lengths one may go to in order to prevent someone they love from leaving. The singer initially hadn't planned on encountering the subject of the song, as they were scared of the destructive actions they might take. However, their pride overpowers their fear, and they refuse to let the person they love go, even if it means resorting to harmful means.


The singer tries to reassure the person, saying they won't be harmed as long as they remain in their arms. They express their deep love for the individual and question what kind of dark force resides within them that allows them to speak unkindly to someone who loves them so much. The singer's possessiveness becomes evident through their intentions to harm the person physically, using their fingernails to leave marks on their neck.


As the song progresses, the lyrics take a dark turn, revealing that the person's voice has gone silent, implying that the singer has caused their death. The singer now sees death as a friend to love because it means that the person they love will never be able to say goodbye.


Overall, the lyrics portray a disturbing and unhealthy obsession, showcasing the destructive nature of possessiveness and the extreme actions it can drive someone to take.


Line by Line Meaning

I had not planned on seeing you
I did not expect or anticipate encountering you


I was afraid of what I'd do
I was scared of my own actions or reactions


But pride is strong, here am I
Despite my hesitations, my pride has brought me here


And I just can't let that you say goodbye
I am unable to accept or let you leave


Please have no fear, you're in no harm
You should not be worried or concerned, as you are safe


As long as you're here in my arms
As long as you remain close to me, embracing me


But you can't leave so please don't try
You are not allowed to depart, so please refrain from attempting to do so


But I just can't let that you say goodbye
However, I am simply unable to accept your farewell


What force behind your evil mind
What impetus lies within your wicked thoughts


Can let your lips speak so unkind
What enables your mouth to utter such cruel words


To one who loves as much as I
To someone who loves intensely like myself


But I just can't let you say goodbye
I, however, am incapable of allowing you to bid farewell


The flesh around your throat is pale
The skin encircling your neck appears pallid or lacking color


Intended by my fingernails
Resulting from the actions of my fingernails


Please don't scream and please don't cry
I plead that you refrain from screaming or shedding tears


'Cause I just can't let that you say goodbye
Because I am simply unable to allow you to utter a farewell


Your voice is still, it speaks no more
Your voice is now silenced, it no longer articulates


You'll never hurt me anymore
You will never cause me pain or harm again


Death is a friend to love and I
Death is an ally to love, to our affectionate bond


'Cause now you'll never say goodbye
Because now you will never bid farewell




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WILLIE NELSON

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