Can't Stop
Red Hot Chili Peppers退 Lyrics


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Can't stop addicted to the shindig
Cop top he says I'm gonna win big
Choose not a life of imitation
Distant cousin to the reservation
Defunkt the pistol that you pay for
This punk the feeling that you stay for
In time I want to be your best friend
East side love is living on the west end
Knock out but boy you better come to
Don't die you know the truth is some do
Go write your message on the pavement
Burn so bright I wonder what the wave meant
White heat is screaming in the jungle
Complete the motion if you stumble
Go ask the dust for any answers
Come back strong with fifty belly dancers

The world I love
The tears I drop
To be part of
The wave can't stop
Ever wonder if it's all for you
The world I love
The trains I hop
To be part of
The wave can't stop
Come and tell me when it's time to

Sweetheart is bleeding in the snow cone
So smart she's leading me to ozone
Music the great communicator
Use two sticks to make it in the nature
I'll get you into penetration
The gender of a generation
The birth of every other nation
Worth your weight the gold of meditation
This chapter's going to be a close one
Smoke rings I know your going to blow one
All on a spaceship persevering
Use my hands for everything but steering
Can't stop the spirits when they need you
Mop tops are happy when they feed you
J. Butterfly is in the treetop
Birds that blow the meaning into bebop

The world I love
The tears I drop
To be part of
The wave can't stop
Ever wonder if it's all for you
The world I love
The trains I hop
To be part of
The wave can't stop
Come and tell me when it's time to

Wait a minute I'm passing out
Win or lose just like you
Far more shocking
Than anything I ever knew
How about you
Ten more reasons
Why I need somebody new just like you
Far more shocking than anything I ever knew
Right on cue

Can't stop addicted to the shindig
Chop top he says I'm gonna win big
Choose not a life of imitation
Distant cousin to the reservation
Defunkt the pistol that you pay for
This punk the feeling that you stay for
In time I want to be your best friend
East side love is living on the west end
Knock out but boy you better come to
Don't die you know the truth is some do
Go write your message on the pavement
Burn so bright I wonder what the wave meant

Kick start the golden generator
Sweet talk but don't intimidate her
Can't stop the gods from engineering
Feel no need for any interfering
Your image in the dictionary
This life is more than ordinary
Can I get two maybe even three of these
Coming from space
To teach you of the pliedes




Can't stop the spirits when they need you
This life is more than just a read through

Overall Meaning

The song “Can't Stop” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers is an upbeat tune that expresses the band's commitment to originality and individuality. The song begins with the line “Can't stop addicted to the shindig,” which is an invitation to party and celebrate life without holding back. The song goes on to encourage listeners to “choose not a life of imitation” and instead pursue a unique path in life. The line “Distant cousin to the reservation” is a reference to the native American reservation, implying that the band feels a connection to marginalized communities and rejects conformity to mainstream culture.


The song also has a spiritual element to it, with references to meditation and the gods engineering one's destiny. This is exemplified with the lines “Worth your weight the gold of meditation,” and “Can't stop the gods from engineering.” The bridge of the song shifts to a personal level, with the lyric “The world I love, the tears I drop, to be part of the wave, can't stop.” This line could be interpreted as a desire to be part of something greater than oneself, to be part of a movement that upholds individuality and freedom of expression.


Overall, “Can't Stop” is a song that celebrates life, encourages originality and individuality, and conveys the band's spiritual and philosophical values.


Line by Line Meaning

Can't stop addicted to the shindig
I am unable to resist the excitement and allure of the good time, always wanting more.


Cop top he says I'm gonna win big
The authority figure tells me I'm going to come out on top, as if it's predetermined.


Choose not a life of imitation
Don't settle for copying others - have your own unique life and style.


Distant cousin to the reservation
I am not fully connected to my heritage or roots, but I recognize and respect their importance.


Defunkt the pistol that you pay for
Disarm the dangerous weapon you were foolish enough to purchase, and don't let it control you.


This punk the feeling that you stay for
I live for the rebellious, exciting emotions that sometimes come with being a punk or outsider.


In time I want to be your best friend
Eventually, I hope to bond closely with you as if we've known each other for ages.


East side love is living on the west end
The love and connection we feel is not restricted by geography or social status.


Knock out but boy you better come to
You may be knocked down by life, but you must recover and keep going.


Don't die you know the truth is some do
Though it's grim, some people do lose their lives suddenly or too soon, so appreciate what you have and keep living.


Go write your message on the pavement
Express yourself boldly and publicly - leave your mark on the world.


Burn so bright I wonder what the wave meant
Your passion and intensity are dazzling and intriguing - what inspired it?


White heat is screaming in the jungle
The energy and intensity of the environment are overwhelming, like the heat and noise of the jungle.


Complete the motion if you stumble
Don't give up or lose hope if you make a mistake - keep moving forward and finish the task.


Go ask the dust for any answers
Search every corner and scrap of information for clues or insight - even dust may hold some answers.


Come back strong with fifty belly dancers
After facing challenges or setbacks, return with a spectacular and triumphant performance.


The world I love
I have strong affection for the world around me.


The tears I drop
I often cry or feel emotional about things that matter to me.


To be part of
I desire to belong and contribute to something meaningful.


The wave can't stop
The unstoppable momentum of progress and passion keeps me moving forward, no matter what obstacles arise.


Ever wonder if it's all for you
Do you question whether you are the reason for or recipient of all the good things in your life?


The trains I hop
I use public transportation, and may even hop between train cars to save money or have an adventure.


Come and tell me when it's time to
Let me know when it's time to take action or move on to the next thing.


Sweetheart is bleeding in the snow cone
My significant other is hurting or going through a tough time, even in a fun, cold environment like an ice cream stand.


So smart she's leading me to ozone
My intelligent partner is exposing me to mind-blowing new experiences that challenge me and take me to new heights.


Music the great communicator
Music is a powerful force that can bring people together and convey powerful emotions and ideas.


Use two sticks to make it in the nature
Take what simple resources you have and use them in natural or creative ways to succeed.


I'll get you into penetration
I can help you achieve success or have an intimate experience by getting you further than you could on your own.


The gender of a generation
The concept of gender and how it's expressed is a defining aspect of our time and culture.


The birth of every other nation
The conflicts and changes happening in the world result in the creation or rebirth of many new nations and identities.


Worth your weight the gold of meditation
The worth or value of meditation and inner reflection is immeasurable and deeply personal.


This chapter's going to be a close one
The stakes are high or the outcome uncertain for this part of my life or journey.


Smoke rings I know your going to blow one
You have a natural affinity or skill for smoking, and I expect you'll do it again soon.


All on a spaceship persevering
We're all traveling together on this planet, facing challenges and surviving.


Use my hands for everything but steering
I'm actively involved and using my skills to do everything except actually drive the vehicle.


Can't stop the spirits when they need you
Sometimes you are called upon to help or inspire others, and no obstacle can stop that energy or drive.


Mop tops are happy when they feed you
People who have hair like the Beatles are pleased or content when they take care of you or give you what you need.


J. Butterfly is in the treetop
Someone with the initials J.B. is up in the tree, perhaps in a carefree or mischievous mood.


Birds that blow the meaning into bebop
The birds who make noise like bebop jazz are breathing life and significance into the music.


Kick start the golden generator
Start the powerful, valuable machine or energy source at full speed or power.


Sweet talk but don't intimidate her
Speak kindly and charmingly to her, but don't use your words or behaviors to scare or coerce her.


Can't stop the gods from engineering
Even deities or higher powers have a say in how the world develops and progresses.


Feel no need for any interfering
I don't need any external forces or intervention to succeed or make my next move.


Your image in the dictionary
Your likeness, significance, or meaning can be found in the pages of the dictionary.


This life is more than ordinary
Our existence is unique, dynamic, and full of extraordinary experiences and moments.


Can I get two maybe even three of these
Please give me two or maybe even three of these items or experiences, as I desire them greatly.


Coming from space
This item or message is otherworldly or seems to come from beyond our planet.


To teach you of the pliedes
The intention of this message or experience is to educate you about the Pleiades star cluster or mythology.


This life is more than just a read through
Our existence is meant to be experienced fully and with purpose, rather than just observed passively.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., MoeBeToBlame
Written by: MICHAEL BALZARY, JOHN FRUSCIANTE, ANTHONY KIEDIS, CHAD SMITH

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