Can't Fight This Feeling
Rock Of Ages Cast Mitchell Jarvis & Adam Dannheisser Lyrics
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And yet I'm still afraid to let it flow
What started out as friendship has grown stronger
I only wish I had the strength to let it show
I tell myself that I can't hold out forever
I said there is no reason for my fear
'Cause I feel so secure when we're together
You make everything so clear
And even as I wander
I'm keeping you in sight
You're a candle in the window
On a cold, dark winter's night
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might
And I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
And throw away the oars forever
'Cause I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Come crashing through your door
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Come crashing through your door
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore
The song "Can't Fight This Feeling" by the Rock Of Ages cast Mitchell Jarvis and Adam Dannheisser explores the theme of surrendering to love and the fear of expressing one's true feelings. The lyrics express the singer's internal struggle as they admit that they can no longer deny or suppress their feelings for someone. They are afraid to let these feelings flow freely because they fear rejection or vulnerability.
The song suggests that their relationship started off as friendship, but it has developed into something much stronger and deeper. The singer wishes they had the courage to show their true emotions and reveal the strength of their feelings. Despite their fear, they know that they can't hold out forever and that there is no rational reason for their hesitation. When they are together, they feel secure and their life gains clarity and purpose.
Even as the singer wanders or tries to escape their emotions, they cannot keep the other person out of their sight. The person they love is depicted as a guiding light, a candle in the window on a cold, dark winter's night. As they get closer to revealing their true feelings, they acknowledge that they have reached a point of no return. They have forgotten why they initially fought against this love and now recognize that it is time to bring their metaphorical ship ashore, leaving their doubts and resistance behind forever.
In the final lines, the singer's desperation intensifies. They can no longer fight their feelings and are willing to do whatever it takes to be with the person they love, even if it means crawling upon the floor or crashing through their door. The repetition of the phrase "I can't fight this feeling anymore" emphasizes the urgency and emotional intensity of the singer's revelation.
Overall, "Can't Fight This Feeling" delves into the emotional journey of someone who has reached a breaking point in their resistance to love. It explores the fear, vulnerability, and eventual surrender that comes with fully embracing one's feelings for another person.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't fight this feeling any longer
I can no longer resist or deny the intense emotions I have
And yet I'm still afraid to let it flow
Despite this, I'm still scared to express these feelings openly
What started out as friendship has grown stronger
Our initial connection as friends has evolved into something deeper and more powerful
I only wish I had the strength to let it show
I desire the courage to reveal my true emotions
I tell myself that I can't hold out forever
I constantly remind myself that I can't endure this internal struggle indefinitely
I said there is no reason for my fear
I acknowledge that my fear lacks a valid justification
'Cause I feel so secure when we're together
Because I feel a deep sense of comfort and safety in your presence
You give my life direction
You provide guidance and meaning to my existence
You make everything so clear
Your presence brings clarity and understanding to every aspect of my life
And even as I wander
Even when I feel lost or uncertain
I'm keeping you in sight
I still have you as a constant focus and reminder
You're a candle in the window
You are a beacon of light and warmth in my life
On a cold, dark winter's night
During difficult and challenging times
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might
I am approaching a level of emotional closeness that surpasses my previous expectations
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
I can no longer remember the reasons I initially resisted these feelings
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
It's time to embrace these emotions and bring this relationship to a fulfilling destination
And throw away the oars forever
To let go of any resistance or barriers and fully surrender to what lies ahead
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Even if I have to humble myself and go through hardships
Come crashing through your door
To forcefully enter your life and make my presence known
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore
My love, I can no longer resist or suppress these intense emotions
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kevin Patrick Cronin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
LoveThatPhantom
Why can't they film this live with the original cast?! Like they did with Rent, Phantom (though that wasn't original, but hell I still loved it), Oklahoma, etc. I would totally buy it. I saw this musical and this thing was kick ass, I loved every minute of it.
mimmar3891
I adore Russell and his accent too. I wasn't thrilled with a few of the changes the movie made -- for one thing, they left out what a womanizer Russell's character was supposed to be (hence the camel toe shirt he wore in the show) which made this scene even more unexpected and funny. But there are things you can do with a movie that you can't do on stage so I really did like the movie. Tom Cruise was surprisingly brilliant in it!
Julian Lane
I know you said this 8 years ago but imo tom cruise was the worst thing about the movie ngl. he completely ruined stacee jaxxs
orandulum
this is probably the only scene from the movie that does the musical justice.
Design by Cassandra
I'm developing a dream cast in my head for this show, and these two remain the same. :)
Beth Kendrick
I have seen the show twice and Mitchell Jarvis is FANTASTIC in this~! He is awesome in this part!
relientkrox1234
these two were the best! hands down!
the one with the blue eyes
This is really good and funny but personally prefer the film for the only reason of Russell Brand's English accent I find it makes it's more hilarious!!
mimmar3891
Same here. His singing voice is even very similar to Jack's. I would be in NYC in a second if Jack ever played the role and I'm sure he would be hilarious. I was lucky enough to see it when Dee Snyder played the other guy though, for a limited time, so that was great.
crushedblackrose
1 minute and 49 seconds, and still a better love story than Twilight.