I Can't Go For That
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By hall and oates
Easy ready willing overtime
Where does it stop where do you dare me to draw the line
You've got the body now you want my soul
Don′t even think about it say no go
I i 'll do anything that you want me to do
And i'll do almost anything that you want me too ooh
No i can′t go for that (no can do)
Oh i can't go for that (no can do)
I can′t go for that can't go for that can′t go for that
I can't go for being twice as nice
I can′t go for just repeating the same old lines
Use the body now you want my soul
Ooh forget about it now say no go
I i'll do anything that you want me to do
And i'll do almost anything that you want me to do
But i can′t go for that (no can do)
No i can′t go for that (no can do)
Oh i can't go for that (no can do)
I can′t go for that can't go for that can′t go for that
Oh i i'll do anything that you want me to do
And i′ll do almost anything that you want me to do
But i can't go for that (no can do)
No i can't go for that (no can do)
Oh i can′t go for that (no can do)
I can′t go for that can't go for
That can′t go for that can't go for that
I can′t go for that can't go for that (no can do)
I can′t go i can't go for that (no can do)
Oh i can't go for that (no can do)
Oh no no no no no no no no no no no can do
Oh ican′t go for that yeah (no can do)
No no no no no no
(Repeat to fade out)
The song "I Can't Go For That" by Hall and Oates is about the struggles of setting boundaries in a new relationship. The singer is reluctantly facing the pressure of his partner wanting more from him than he is willing to give, metaphorically stating that he cannot let her have his soul. The first line of the chorus "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)" shows that he is resolute in his decision, despite his willingness to do almost anything else she asks. Throughout the song, he is torn between his attraction to his partner and his unwillingness to give up his personal boundaries.
In the verses, the singer expresses his hesitation towards the relationship, showcasing that he is not someone who blindly follows the other person's decisions. He is ready, willing, and able to put in the effort to make it work, but he cannot compromise who he is in the process. The line, "Use the body now, you want my soul" suggests that his partner may be using physical attraction to manipulate him into giving her more than he is capable of.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Can't Go For That" convey the conflict that arises when one person wants more from the other person in a new relationship. The song provides a relatable and refreshing take on the importance of setting boundaries in a healthy relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't go for that (no can do)
I am not willing to agree to that
Easy ready willing overtime
I am willing to put in extra effort
Where does it stop where do you dare me to draw the line
I need to know the boundaries and how far you want me to go
You've got the body now you want my soul
You are asking for more than what I am willing to give
Don't even think about it say no go
I am not interested, so don't even try
I'll do anything that you want me to do
I am willing to be accommodating
And I'll do almost anything that you want me too ooh
I am willing to go above and beyond, but there are still limits
No I can't go for being twice as nice
I am not willing to be taken advantage of
I can't go for just repeating the same old lines
I am not interested in something that is boring or unoriginal
Ooh forget about it now say no go
I am not interested, so forget it and move on
I can't go for that can't go for that can't go for that
I am repeating my previous decision
Oh I'll do anything that you want me to do
I am still open to suggestions
And I'll do almost anything that you want me to do
I am still willing to go above and beyond, but there are still limits
Oh no no no no no no no no no no no can do
I am firm in my decision and cannot be persuaded
Oh I can't go for that yeah (no can do)
I am still not willing to agree to that
No no no no no no (Repeat to fade out)
I am repeating my refusal to agree
Writer(s): Daryl Hall, John Oates
Contributed by Riley C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@AJ17_
OMG awesome Hall & Oates cover! I never knew they covered this!
@45rpmSINGLES
@rusty1491 It appeared as one of two `b-sides` of their 2006 UK cd single `Bright Idea` which was a #11 hit . Also included on a free compliation cd from magazine Q called `Q Covered - The Eightees`
@rusty1491
What year was this recorded and is this on an album or just a 45?
@spiceaholic420
how is this related to Girl Talk's Night Ripper album?