Can
Steven A. Clark Lyrics
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I'd buy a house where we could live
Caring for each other
Just a place to call our home
And if we just knew wrong from right
We would not hurt we would not fight
Dream sweet dreams all through the night
Until the morning comes
If I had someone to love
I would not push I would not shove
I'd never know what lonely was
Because I'd never be alone
And if I had a hand to hold
I'd hold it tight until I grew old
And listen to your stories told
They keep me hanging on
If I had a magic charm
It would protect you from all harm
There'd be no sirens to alarm
We could stay here every day
And if I were a super hero
Good guys all the villains zero
I'd save you from all that is evil
So you can sleep at night
The lyrics in Steven A. Clark's song "Can" express a longing for basic human needs: love, companionship, safety, and stability. The singer expresses a desire for a dollar to buy a house, as a symbol of security and comfort, and for someone to love, implying a sense of loneliness that comes from not having that love. The lyrics emphasize that if people knew right from wrong, there would be no conflict to disrupt their relationship. The singer promises to protect and comfort their loved one, even becoming a superhero to eliminate any potential danger. In essence, the lyrics are a call to return to the basics of human relationships and highlight the unattainable ideal of safety and happiness that many people strive for.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was featured in the HBO series "Insecure." The show's creator, Issa Rae, is a fan of Clark's music, and "Can" was featured in the Season 4 episode "Lowkey Feeling Myself." The episode also notably featured the song "Superpower" by Beyoncรฉ, making for a powerful combination of music in the show.
Another interesting fact about the song is that it was inspired by Clark's own experiences growing up in Little Haiti, Miami. The neighborhood has a deep history of Haitian immigration and was not always the safest place to live. Clark's desire for safety and stability is reflected not only in the lyrics but also in the production of the song, which is characterized by its slow, steady beat and gentle melodies.
Another notable feature of "Can" is its use of analog instruments in the production. Clark is known for his love of vintage sounds, and "Can" is no exception. The song features a Rhodes electric piano, a Moog synthesizer, and other instruments that give it a warm, retro feel.
Line by Line Meaning
If I had a dollar
If I had the financial means
I'd buy a house where we could live
I would use that money to purchase a home for us
Caring for each other
To take care of and support one another
Just a place to call our home
A space that we can truly call our own
And if we just knew wrong from right
If we were properly educated on morality and ethics
We would not hurt we would not fight
We would avoid causing emotional or physical harm to each other
Dream sweet dreams all through the night
Imaginary thoughts or scenarios that bring us happiness
Until the morning comes
Until the sun rises and a new day begins
If I had someone to love
If I had a romantic partner
I would not push I would not shove
I would not use force or aggression in our relationship
I'd never know what lonely was
I would never experience loneliness because of the presence of that person
Because I'd never be alone
The person I love would always be with me
And if I had a hand to hold
If I had someone to physically hold onto
I'd hold it tight until I grew old
I would never let go of that person's hand even as I age
And listen to your stories told
Listen attentively to their stories and experiences
They keep me hanging on
Their stories provide me with hope and keep me going despite challenges
If I had a magic charm
If I possessed a magical object or ability
It would protect you from all harm
It would act as a shield against any dangers that come your way
There'd be no sirens to alarm
With the magic charm, there would be no need to worry or be alert
We could stay here every day
We could remain in this safe and secure environment
And if I were a super hero
If I had superhuman abilities
Good guys all the villains zero
I would defeat all the bad people and protect the innocent
I'd save you from all that is evil
I would protect you from anything that intends to cause harm
So you can sleep at night
So that you can rest and feel safe and protected
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@nathaniellopez2819
[Verse 1]
He loves you
But does he mean it?
Does he know what love is?
Has he ever seen it?
But one more time is all we needed
His love is precious but his love is fleeting
[Pre-Chorus]
You say you don't believe in fairytales
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me incredibly
And now you know I want you back
And if you're happy, just know I ain't mad
I'm laughing, thinking 'bout the time we had
But I knew you'd leave eventually
[Chorus]
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
[Verse 2]
If I still loved you would you still believe me?
Or have you moved on, did I make it easy?
Now you got a real good thing or so it seems
And though I can't have you, I can always dream
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh well, this ain't no fucking fairytale
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me, incredibly
You never know it 'til you know it's gone
I couldn't say it so I'll say it song
Say I'm sorry that I did you wrong
But I knew you'd leave eventually
[Chorus]
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
[Post-Chorus]
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
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Steven A. Clark -Can't Have [Lyrics] (May require revision) (All rights are reserved for the artist)
He loves you
But does he mean it?
Does he know what love is?
Has he ever seen it?
But one more time is all we needed
His love is precious but his love is fleeting
You say you don't believe in fairy tales
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me incredibly
And now you know I want you back
And if you're happy, just know I ain't mad
I'm laughing, thinking 'bout the time we had
But I knew you'd leave eventually
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
If I still loved you would you still believe me?
Or have you moved on, did I make it easy?
Now you got a real good thing or so it seems
And though I can't have you, I can always dream
Oh well, this ain't no fucking fairy tale
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me, incredibly
You never know it 'til you know it's gone
I couldn't say it so I'll say it in a song
Say I'm sorry that I did you wrong
But I knew you'd leave eventually
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
Can't have
You know that I need you, baby
Can't have, can't have, can't have
You know that I miss you, baby
Can't have, can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
@sirchapman9206
This is one of those rare songs that puts you right in there. We can all relate, right?
@nathaniellopez2819
[Verse 1]
He loves you
But does he mean it?
Does he know what love is?
Has he ever seen it?
But one more time is all we needed
His love is precious but his love is fleeting
[Pre-Chorus]
You say you don't believe in fairytales
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me incredibly
And now you know I want you back
And if you're happy, just know I ain't mad
I'm laughing, thinking 'bout the time we had
But I knew you'd leave eventually
[Chorus]
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
[Verse 2]
If I still loved you would you still believe me?
Or have you moved on, did I make it easy?
Now you got a real good thing or so it seems
And though I can't have you, I can always dream
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh well, this ain't no fucking fairytale
But if this was a perfect world
I wouldn't have been distracted by them other girls
It would've been you and me, incredibly
You never know it 'til you know it's gone
I couldn't say it so I'll say it song
Say I'm sorry that I did you wrong
But I knew you'd leave eventually
[Chorus]
Well, you're happy now and I'm so glad
Cause you're so rad
But I guess we always want what we can't have
You know the loneliness hurts so bad
But I want you back
But I guess we always want what we can't have
[Post-Chorus]
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
Can't have, can't have, can't have
But I guess we always want what we can't have
@romisana
I've had this on repeat for the last few days.
Beautiful music.
@dknighter2
More people need to hear this song!
@petertheprettygood
+Daniel Knight everyone needs to hear this song.
@violamaria5979
so true
@littlemonkey2146
yeah its the great song
@noudie7305
Iโm pretty obsessed with this beautiful song ๐๐๐๐๐๐
@lauraortega101
This video captures the vibe of this song so well ๐ญ๐ amazing job I love it sooo much. Got me through some tough times ๐ค
@sean8835
This song is literally on repeat in my office, good job very talented guy !!!!