Can't Stop This
Thousand Foot Krutch Lyrics


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This is war, I spotted nine, maybe ten
Might've missed one by the door
The grass is high where we roar
Sometimes a rebel doesn't make an outlaw

I can see them in the distance
'Cause anything can happen in an instant
But now we know why we're here
Nobody's safe, get out the clear

You shouldn't have done it
Now there's blood in the water
You can't stop this thing we've started
Word of mouth, there's a snake in the garden
You can't stop this thing we've started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started
Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started

This is war, and when it rains it pours
So get ready for the encore
Tension's high in the blast off
Shake up the boardroom, take all the masks off

Cataclysmic, down to business
There's no fear here, no time for head tricks
'Cause now we know why we're here
Nobody's safe, get out the clear

You shouldn't have done it
Now there's blood in the water
You can't stop this thing we've started
Word of mouth, there's a snake in the garden
You can't stop this thing we've started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started
Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started

You can't knock it, can't rock it
You can't stop this thing we started
You can't stop it, just get off it
You can't stop this thing we started

You can't knock it, can't rock it
You can't stop this thing we started
You can't stop it, just get off it
You can't stop this thing we started

You can't knock it, can't rock it
You can't stop this thing we started
You can't stop it, just get off it
You can't stop this thing we started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started




Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can't stop this thing we've started

Overall Meaning

Thousand Foot Krutch's song "Can't Stop This" is an anthem about standing up against oppression and fighting for what you believe in. The lyrics describe a rebellion, with the singer counting the forces they are up against ("I spotted nine, maybe ten, Might've missed one by the door") and realizing that they are outnumbered but not intimidated ("Sometimes a rebel doesn't make an outlaw"). The message is clear - the rebels are ready to take on their oppressors and will not back down until they have achieved their goals.


The chorus repeats the message that the rebellion cannot be stopped, no matter what the oppressors do ("You shouldn't have done it, Now there's blood in the water, You can't stop this thing we've started"). The metaphor of a snake in the garden is used to describe the traitors who are working for the oppressors, and the rebels will not be deterred by their treachery. The bridge of the song emphasizes the rebels' determination ("You can't knock it, can't rock it, You can't stop this thing we started") and urges anyone who is not on their side to get out of the way.


Overall, "Can't Stop This" is a powerful song about standing up for what you believe in, even when the odds are against you. It is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt oppressed or marginalized and is determined to fight back.


Line by Line Meaning

This is war, I spotted nine, maybe ten
We are in a battle and I see a group of nine, maybe ten enemies ahead.


Might've missed one by the door
I may have missed one enemy who is near the door.


The grass is high where we roar
We are making a lot of noise and causing a commotion which is causing the grass to shake and move around us.


Sometimes a rebel doesn't make an outlaw
Just because someone is a rebel and standing up for what they believe in, it does not necessarily mean they are an outlaw.


I can see them in the distance
I am able to see the enemies from afar.


'Cause anything can happen in an instant
Anything can happen suddenly and unexpectedly at any moment.


But now we know why we're here
We understand the purpose of why we are in this situation and fighting this battle.


Nobody's safe, get out the clear
There is no one who is completely safe, so everyone should get away to a safe distance.


You shouldn't have done it
You made a mistake by doing something you should not have.


Now there's blood in the water
As a result of your mistake, there will be consequences and danger ahead.


Word of mouth, there's a snake in the garden
People are talking and rumors are spreading that there is a dangerous person or situation among us.


Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can try to challenge us, but it will not make a difference in stopping us.


Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can attempt to bring it on like a bomb, but it will not stop us or slow us down.


This is war, and when it rains it pours
During this war, things can escalate and become chaotic very quickly.


So get ready for the encore
Be prepared for the next round of this battle or situation.


Tension's high in the blast off
There is a lot of stress and anxiety in the start of this event or situation.


Shake up the boardroom, take all the masks off
We need to make changes and reveal the true intentions of everyone involved.


Cataclysmic, down to business
This event is very dangerous and serious, so we need to be focused and get to work.


There's no fear here, no time for head tricks
We cannot waste time on fear or play games, so we need to be brave and straightforward.


You can't knock it, can't rock it
You cannot stop or hinder our progress.


You can't stop it, just get off it
If you cannot help us, then do not interfere or try to stop us.




Lyrics © AMPLIFIED ADMINISTRATION
Written by: TREVOR MCNEVAN, JOEL BRUYERE, STEVE AUGUSTINE

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istvan kenyeres

Come get it
Ughh

This is war, I spotted 9, maybe 10
Might’ve missed one by the door
The grass is high where we roar
Sometimes a rebel doesn’t make an outlaw

I can see them in the distance
‘Cause anything can happen in an instant
But now we know why we’re here
Nobody’s safe, get out the clear

You shouldn’t have done it
Now there’s blood in the water
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started
Word of mouth, there’s a snake in the garden
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started
Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started

This is war, and when it rains it pours
So get ready for the encore
Tension’s high in the blast off
Shake up the board room, take all the masks off

Cataclysmic, down to business
There’s no fear here, no time for head tricks
‘Cause now we know why we’re here
Nobody’s safe, get out the clear

You shouldn’t have done it
Now there’s blood in the water
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started
Word of mouth, there’s a snake in the garden
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started
Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started

You can’t knock it, can’t rock it
You can’t stop this thing we started
You can’t stop it, just get off it
You can’t stop this thing we started

You can’t knock it, can’t rock it
You can’t stop this thing we started
You can’t stop it, just get off it
You can’t stop this thing we started

You can’t knock it, can’t rock it
You can’t stop this thing we started
You can’t stop it, just get off it
You can’t stop this thing we started

Come get it, forget it, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started
Bring it on, like a bomb, even if you wanted
You can’t stop this thing we’ve started



All comments from YouTube:

iNtRoVeRt

I’m still trying to process that he can rap AND sing normal rock at the same time
Usually I’m not really that much into rap but my friend introduced me to TFK and I love the rapping parts 😂

iNtRoVeRt

Never said it didn’t. But what I mean is that I’m amazed that he has the gift of rapping extremely fast while also being able to sing normally. It’s a really cool talent.

Tish Whihl

Two words for you...HOLY SPIRIT.
Acts 1:8 "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you...".

Hope that helps answer your question?
The Holy Spirit's power, ways, how He moves/operates/works is far above human comprehension, mysterious and Supernatural.

Benjamin Jacome

This song desperately needs an old school music video.

Richard Rogers

Yeah with computers and sledgehammers or a sling and a giant.

PLANETA GAMES-PLAY ANDRÉZINHO

Nossa que som incrível . Meus parabéns pelo sucesso de vocês 👏👏👏👏👏

Evil Toad

I have a 3-way tie for my favorite song on this album. Between 3 songs of entirely different styles. Give Up the Ghost, Lifeline, and Can't Stop This. When my favorites on an album are of such a vastly different style, that's a good sign.

AndromedaGalaxy543

this sounds like the old school nu metal... LOVE IT!

Omar Yañez Zavala

😍😍😍😍

MJNation

Nu Metal is awesome \m/

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