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Introduction
“I Can’t” is one of Reba McEntire’s emotionally powerful ballads that showcases her incredible vocal range and ability to convey heartbreak. Released in 1993 as part of her album “It’s Your Call,” this song captures the raw pain of someone unable to move on after a relationship ends.
What makes this track special is how Reba’s distinctive voice carries the emotional weight of the lyrics. The song builds from a place of vulnerability to moments of vocal power that perfectly express the frustration and grief of someone struggling with acceptance. Her delivery makes you feel every word as if you’re experiencing the heartache alongside her.
The production features the classic country sound of the early ’90s with steel guitar accents and a restrained instrumental arrangement that keeps the focus on the emotional storytelling. It’s a perfect example of why Reba has remained one of country music’s most beloved vocalists for decades – her ability to connect listeners to universal feelings of loss and longing.
For fans of emotional country ballads, “I Can’t” stands as a testament to Reba’s artistry and her gift for bringing authentic emotion to every performance.
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Lyrics
I’ve got the thunder in my bones
I’ve got the trouble in my soul
Drowning in tears, my eyes were too proud to cry
I hear you knockin’ at my door, but I can’t open it no more
‘Cause this heart’s half full of rain and risin’ high
Sometimes all that you can do is just survive
I can’t row you across right now
I can’t row you across right now
I’m too busy building a bridge
I can’t throw you a line right now
I can’t throw you a line right now
I’m too busy tryin’ to live
Well, I’ve been a fool for holding on
I’ve been a fool for being strong
I’ve been a fool for love and I’ll be a fool again (fool again)
As soon as the rain stops pouring down
As soon as I find some higher ground
I’ll be good as new but I can’t tell you when
So, just keep on striking matches until then
‘Cause I can’t burn you a flame right now
I can’t burn you a flame right now
I’m too busy seeing the light
I can’t lift you up right now
I can’t lift you up right now
I’m too busy tryin’ to fly
So, let go the anchor, let go the chain
Don’t reach for me and don’t call my name
Shake off the past and, baby, just swim for the shore (whoa)
Blow me a kiss and hope for the best
Wish what you will and take what you get
Do what you want but I can’t save you no more, whoa
I got the thunder in my bones
I got the trouble in my soul
Drownin’ in tears my eyes were too proud to cry
I can’t whisper a prayer right now
I can’t whisper a prayer right now
I’m too busy, baby, sayin’ goodbye
Let go the anchor, let go the chain
Don’t reach for me and don’t call my name
Shake off the past and, baby, just swim for the shore (whoa)
Blow me a kiss and hope for the best
Wish what you will and take what you get
Do what you want but I can’t save you no more
Do what you want but I can’t save you no more
Do what you want but I can’t save you no more