Can You Dig It
Tek-no-bee Lyrics
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Since you've been unglued
It's hard to figure out
Your next move
One minute here
The next you're gone
Let's make an end
To this sad, sad song
For you it's hard to take
'Cause the pill has an awful taste
Just open up and swallow down
Once it hits bottom
Things may turn around
Unfortunately this is the case
You've got to catch up
And win the race
Straighten yourself out
You can do it
Nobody knew it
You've been through it
Everything you say has been taken wrong
Enough to say it's a sad, sad song
They can't understand that you mean to do good
I guess you could say you're misunderstood
I know you're meaning well
But you've been shot to hell
Just come back and join us now
'Cause I know that you know how
Unfortunately this is the case
You've got to catch up
And win the race
Straighten yourself out
You can do it
You gonna do it
Jumpin' through it, yeah, yeah
I know it seems
They're messing with your mind
But you don't have to go
Forward blind
So let the bygones be bygone
And let's make an end
To this sad, sad song
Unfortunately this is the case
You've got to catch up
And win the race
Straighten yourself out
You can do it
You gonna do it
Jumpin' through it
You gonna do it
Jumpin' through it
You gonna do it
Jumpin' through it
You gonna do it
You can do it
You gonna do it
You can do it
You gonna do it
You can do it
You can do it
You can do it
You gonna do it
You can do it
You can do it
You can do it
You can do it
You can do it
These lyrics are about someone who has been absent, mentally or physically, and struggling to find their way. The song opens with the acknowledgement that since they've been gone and unglued, it has become difficult to predict their next move. The constant shifting of their presence, from being here one minute to gone the next, is described as a sad, sad song that needs to come to an end.
The lyrics then focus on the person's internal struggles and the hardships they face. It is mentioned that taking the necessary steps to improve their situation might be tough for them because it requires confronting unpleasant truths. The metaphor of swallowing a bitter pill suggests that they need to face and digest these difficult realities. There's hope that once they hit rock bottom, things may turn around.
The song delves into the difficulties the person faces in communication. Others often misinterpret their intentions and words, resulting in a constant feeling of being misunderstood. Despite their good intentions, the person feels like everything they say is taken wrong, leading to a continuing sad song. The lyrics express empathy and understanding for their situation, recognizing that they have been through a lot.
The chorus urges the person to straighten themselves out and catch up in the race of life. It's a call to action, believing in their ability to turn things around and encouraging them to overcome their struggles. The repeated assertion that they can do it reinforces the idea that they have the strength within them to overcome their challenges.
The final verses acknowledge that the person might feel like others are messing with their mind, but it emphasizes that they don't have to go forward blindly. The song suggests leaving the past behind and ending the sad song that has been playing throughout their absence. It concludes with the same message of empowerment and belief in their ability to overcome their obstacles. The repetition of "You can do it" is a reminder of their inner strength and encouragement to take charge of their life again.
Line by Line Meaning
Since you've been gone
Since you've been absent or not present
Since you've been unglued
Since you've become disoriented or disconnected
It's hard to figure out
It's difficult to understand or comprehend
Your next move
The actions or decisions you will make in the future
One minute here
One moment you're present or available
The next you're gone
The next moment you're absent or unavailable
Let's make an end
Let's put an end or stop to
To this sad, sad song
To this melancholic or sorrowful situation
For you it's hard to take
It's difficult for you to accept or handle
'Cause the pill has an awful taste
Because the experience or situation is unpleasant
Just open up and swallow down
Just be receptive and accept
Once it hits bottom
Once it reaches the lowest point or rock bottom
Things may turn around
The situation or circumstances may improve or change
Unfortunately this is the case
Regrettably, this is the reality or situation
You've got to catch up
You need to get up to speed or catch up
And win the race
And achieve success or overcome challenges
Straighten yourself out
Address your issues or problems and become organized or focused
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
Nobody knew it
Nobody was aware of it
You've been through it
You've experienced or endured difficult situations
Everything you say has been taken wrong
Misinterpretation has occurred regarding everything you say
Enough to say it's a sad, sad song
To such an extent that it can be described as a sorrowful or depressing situation
They can't understand that you mean to do good
They fail to comprehend your intentions to act positively or with good intentions
I guess you could say you're misunderstood
One could say that you are not correctly or fully understood
I know you're meaning well
I know you have good intentions
But you've been shot to hell
But your situation or state has been severely damaged or negatively affected
Just come back and join us now
Simply return and become part of our group or community again
'Cause I know that you know how
Because I am aware that you possess the knowledge or ability
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
Jumpin' through it, yeah, yeah
Navigating or overcoming obstacles energetically
You know it seems
You are aware or recognize
They're messing with your mind
They are manipulating or playing tricks on your thoughts or emotions
But you don't have to go
But you are not obligated or required to proceed
Forward blind
Without enough information or guidance
So let the bygones be bygone
Therefore, allow past troubles or conflicts to be forgotten or forgiven
And let's make an end
And let's put a stop or conclusion
To this sad, sad song
To this melancholic or sorrowful situation
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
Jumpin' through it
Navigating or overcoming obstacles energetically
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
Jumpin' through it
Navigating or overcoming obstacles energetically
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
Jumpin' through it
Navigating or overcoming obstacles energetically
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You gonna do it
You are going to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
You can do it
You have the ability or capability to accomplish it
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Eric Matthew Stefani, Gwen Renee Stefani, Thomas Dumont, Tony Ashwin Kanal
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