Can't Go
UNOTHEACTIVIST Lyrics


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(Oh-oh-oh)
Ooh, ayy
(Oh-oh-oh-oh), yeah, ayy, what?
Uno, I killed it (Dolla)
Yeah (What?)

Wake up in the mornin' countin' bankroll (racks, count up)
These lil' niggas can't hang, no (ooh yeah, no)
Chopper hit him, where did his brain go? (Ooh, na, na, na)
I be at the top like a fucking Kangol, nigga
I can't go, ho, no, I can't go (no), huh
She gon' play me like some banjo, whoa (yeah)
All these lil' niggas, they were movin' so slow, huh (skrrt)
Diamonds different colors like a rainbow, huh (you dig?)

Uzi wetter than a speedboat, uh
Baby, I can't be no hero, uh (you dig?)
Yeah, blame it on my ego
Blame it on the alcohol, I'm on the lean though (lean)
Baby, listen up (yeah)
They can't compare to us (yeah, yeah)
They weren't aware of us (yeah)
So why they stressin' us? (Yeah, yeah)
Whole time, your ho ridin' me, need to buckle up (you dig?)
She gon' give me that head, it's time to huddle up, ooh
I am not the doctor, but I got patients
Fuck that pussy, speed right it in like a Speed Racer (Speed)
I ain't got no patience
Why your mama keep on sayin' that it's just a phase? (Huh?)
Why she keep on hatin'? (You dig?)

Wake up in the mornin' countin' bankroll (racks, count up)
These lil' niggas can't hang, no (no)
Chopper hit him, where did his brain go?
I be at the top like a fucking Kangol, nigga
I can't go, ho, no, I can't go, huh
She gon' play me like some banjo, whoa (whoa)
All these lil' niggas, they were movin' so slow, huh
Diamonds different colors like a rainbow (Dolla $ign)

I can't go, nigga, I can't go (ooh, yeah)
You a bitch in your city, ain't got no say-so (ooh, yeah)
Wake up in the morning, count a bankroll, ayy (bankroll)
Ten chains on like Django (oh)
She said, "You so out of pocket" (ooh, yeah)
Walk around, a hundred K in your pocket, ayy (ooh, yeah)
Hundred-fifty for the show now (show)
Can't drive a 2016, that shit old now (old)
Everywhere I go, I'm with my gang-gang
Lately, all my flights been on a PJ
Lately, all my shows sell out in one day (one day)
Wake up in the mornin', gotta get paid (Dolla $ign)

Wake up in the mornin' countin' bankroll (racks, count up)
These lil' niggas can't hang, no (no)
Chopper hit him, where did his brain go?
I be at the top like a fucking Kangol, nigga
I can't go, ho, no, I can't go, huh
She gon' play me like some banjo, whoa (whoa)




All these lil' niggas, they were movin' so slow, huh (slow)
Diamonds different colors like a rainbow (you dig?)

Overall Meaning

The song "Can't Go" is a rap song that features UnoTheActivist and Ty Dolla $ign. The lyrics talk about waking up in the morning and counting banknotes, while small-time hustlers can't "keep up." The singer also mentions the power of their chopper, which can take someone out in seconds. Furthermore, the singer discusses his wealth, and the fact that he can't go broke. In the chorus, he reiterates this point, comparing his power to that of a Kangol hat. Overall, the song is about the power dynamic that exists in the rap game and between different areas of society.


The lyrics to "Can't Go" are relatively straightforward, with the main themes being wealth, power, and superiority. The song's lyrics highlight the struggle small-time hustlers face and how a little bit of success can lead to significant financial gains. The chopper referenced in the lyrics also speaks to the singer's power and willingness to use it to maintain their status.


One interesting fact about "Can't Go" is that it was released in UnoTheActivist's signature year, 2017. Another fact is that Ty Dolla $ign, one of the song's contributors, is famous for his collaborations with Kanye West and Post Malone. Additionally, this song was part of UnoTheActivist's "Live.Shyne.Die" mixtape. It also features in Lil Baby's "Harder Than Ever: Slimey Language 2."


In terms of chord progression, "Can't Go" uses a simple and repetitive yet catchy three-chord sequence, G, C, and D, throughout the song. The song is mostly driven by the beats and instrumentation, with the melody following a simple flow.


Overall, "Can't Go" is a rap song that explicitly highlights the wealth, power, and success associated with making it in the game. Featuring UnoTheActivist and Ty Dolla $ign, the song also relies on a catchy melody and a repetitive chord progression, making it a crowd favorite.


Line by Line Meaning

(Oh-oh-oh)
Repetitive humming to set the musical tone of the song.


Ooh, ayy
Ad-libs to express excitement and enthusiasm.


(Oh-oh-oh-oh), yeah, ayy, what?
Repetitive humming followed by puzzled questioning while seeking attention.


Uno, I killed it (Dolla)
Acknowledging his own name for a lyrical show off while featuring Ty Dolla $ign.


Yeah (What?)
Agreement affirming response to the featuring artist.


Wake up in the mornin' countin' bankroll (racks, count up)
Started the day by counting his earned money in cash (racks) and continuing the process for a while.


These lil' niggas can't hang, no (ooh yeah, no)
Reflecting on his social and financial maturity above his peers.


Chopper hit him, where did his brain go? (Ooh, na, na, na)
Brags about successful aggression towards an enemy leading to a brain injury or killing while humming.


I be at the top like a fucking Kangol, nigga
Comparing himself with the top rap artists like a popular brand (Kangol) of the 80s.


I can't go, ho, no, I can't go (no), huh
Rejecting an unknown offer or request firmly and creatively with inadequate reasoning.


She gon' play me like some banjo, whoa (yeah)
Describing a hit to his masculinity or intelligence by his partner while showing surprise.


All these lil' niggas, they were movin' so slow, huh (skrrt)
Expressing frustration with the younger generation of rappers and their slower pace of success while mimicking a brake sound.


Diamonds different colors like a rainbow, huh (you dig?)
Boasting about owning diamonds in various colors that represent a rainbow while asking for confirmation.


Uzi wetter than a speedboat, uh
Metaphorically comparing the gun Uzi with a moist speedboat, which implies his capability to shoot anytime.


Baby, I can't be no hero, uh (you dig?)
Rejecting the proposal of being a savior for someone while politely seeking consent.


Yeah, blame it on my ego
Admitting that his ego leads to his unapologetic behavior, which society views as negative.


Blame it on the alcohol, I'm on the lean though (lean)
Making an excuse for his drinking problem and addiction to lean (a mixture of alcohol and cough syrup).


Baby, listen up (yeah)
Asking for attention from his partner closely and in a charming way.


They can't compare to us (yeah, yeah)
Stating that nobody can match him and his fellow rap artists' skills and lifestyle confidently.


They weren't aware of us (yeah)
Claiming that the rest of the world was unaware of their talents before they became famous.


So why they stressin' us? (Yeah, yeah)
Questioning why others are worrying about them when they are doing fine.


Whole time, your ho ridin' me, need to buckle up (you dig?)
Suggesting humorously that his partner is having so much fun sexually that she needs to wear a seatbelt while seeking her consent.


She gon' give me that head, it's time to huddle up, ooh
Expressing his sexual desire for his partner using a humorous football reference.


I am not the doctor, but I got patients
Playing with words to both deny being a doctor and imply he has enough patience to pursue his goals.


Fuck that pussy, speed right it in like a Speed Racer (Speed)
Using offensive language and references to imply sexual interaction with someone while comparing it to a famous tv show character (Speed Racer).


I ain't got no patience
Asserting his lack of tolerance for waiting or delay in getting what he desires.


Why your mama keep on sayin' that it's just a phase? (Huh?)
Asking why his partner's mother thinks he is going through a temporary change while expressing doubt in her opinion.


Why she keep on hatin'? (You dig?)
Questioning the reason behind her mother's disapproval and seeking clarification.


You a bitch in your city, ain't got no say-so (ooh, yeah)
Demeaning someone for having no control or influence over their city or community.


Wake up in the morning, count a bankroll, ayy (bankroll)
Repeating his daily morning routine of counting his earned cash and emphasizing the amount stored in his bankroll.


Ten chains on like Django (oh)
Boasting about his expensive style of wearing ten neck chains simultaneously while referencing the character of Django Unchained.


She said, "You so out of pocket" (ooh, yeah)
Quoting his partner's criticism of him for behaving inappropriately or disrespectfully while agreeing with her.


Walk around, a hundred K in your pocket, ayy (ooh, yeah)
Describing how he usually keeps a considerable amount of cash worth hundred-thousand dollars in his pocket while emphasizing it with an exclamation.


Hundred-fifty for the show now (show)
Quoting his price to perform at events or shows to show how valuable his talents are.


Can't drive a 2016, that shit old now (old)
Boasting about his financial ability to afford and maintain new cars while mocking people who still drive the old model cars from 2016.


Everywhere I go, I'm with my gang-gang
Showing loyalty to his group of friends and associates for company and protection.


Lately, all my flights been on a PJ
Boasting about traveling on private jets instead of a commercial airline to flaunt his wealth and status.


Lately, all my shows sell out in one day (one day)
Brags about his popularity with fans who buy all tickets for his shows beforehand within the same day.


Wake up in the mornin', gotta get paid (Dolla $ign)
Repeating the importance of earning money as the first thing to do in the morning while crediting Dolla $ign for the line.


Wake up in the mornin' countin' bankroll (racks, count up)
Repeating his recurring habit of counting his wealth every morning.


These lil' niggas can't hang, no (no)
Repeating his superiority over the younger generation of rappers, and they don't match his lifestyle and skills.


Chopper hit him, where did his brain go?
Repeats his bragging about successfully harming or killing his enemy by targeting the brain.


I be at the top like a fucking Kangol, nigga
Repeating his assertion that he stands with the top rap artists like a popular brand (Kangol) of the 80s.


I can't go, ho, no, I can't go, huh
Repeating his rejection of an unknown offer or request firmly and creatively with inadequate reasoning.


She gon' play me like some banjo, whoa (whoa)
Repeating his description of his partner's hit to his intellect or masculinity while showing surprise.


All these lil' niggas, they were movin' so slow, huh
Repeating his frustration with the younger generation of rappers' slower pace of success while mimicking a brake sound.


Diamonds different colors like a rainbow (Dolla $ign)
Boasting about owning diamond pieces in a variety of colorful shades that represent a rainbow while crediting Dolla $ign for the line.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Troy Lane, Tyrone Griffin Jr.

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