About the song
“Can’t You See” is more than just a song; it’s a journey. The track opens with a mesmerizing guitar riff that sets the tone for the entire piece. This infectious melody, coupled with the band’s tight harmonies, creates a sound that is both familiar and fresh. The lyrics, filled with imagery of the American South, paint a vivid picture of life on the road and the longing for home.
The Marshall Tucker Band had a unique ability to blend elements of country, blues, and rock into a sound that was distinctly their own. “Can’t You See” is a prime example of this. The song’s driving rhythm and soulful vocals evoke a sense of nostalgia and wanderlust. It’s a song that speaks to the universal human experience of searching for meaning and connection.
One of the most striking aspects of “Can’t You See” is its enduring popularity. Decades after its release, the song continues to resonate with new generations of listeners. This is a testament to the song’s timeless quality and the band’s ability to create music that transcends time and place.
“Can’t You See” is more than just a song; it’s a cultural touchstone. The track has been featured in numerous films and television shows, and it has been covered by millions of artists. Despite its widespread popularity, the song has never lost its authenticity or its ability to move people.
If you’re looking for a song that will make you feel good and take you on a musical journey, then look no further than The Marshall Tucker Band’s “Can’t You See.” This classic rock anthem is a must-listen for fans of Southern rock and anyone who appreciates great music.
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Lyrics
I’m gonna take a freight train
Down at the station, Lord
I don’t care where it goes
Gonna climb a mountain
The highest mountain
I’ll jump off, nobody gonna know
Can’t you see, whoa, can’t you see
What that woman, Lord, she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see, can’t you see
What that woman, she’s been doin’ to me?
I’m gonna find me a hole in the wall
I’m gonna crawl inside and die
‘Cause my lady, now a mean ol’ woman, Lord
Never told me goodbye
Can’t you see, oh, can’t you see
What that woman, Lord, she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see, can’t you see
What that woman, Lord, she’s been doin’ to me?
I’ve gone to buy a ticket now, as far as I can
Ain’t a-never coming back
Ride me a southbound, all the way to Georgia now
‘Til the train, it run out of track
Can’t you see, oh, can’t you see
What that woman, Lord, she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see, can’t you see
What that woman, she’ been doin’ to me?
Oh, dear Lord
Can’t you see, whoa, can’t you see
What that woman, Lord, she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see, whoa, can’t you see
What that woman, she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see (oh, she’s such a crazy lady), can’t you see
What that woman (what that woman) she been doin’ to me?
Can’t you see (Lord, I can’t stand), can’t you see
What that woman (oh), she been doin’ to me
Can’t you see (I’m gonna take a freight train), can’t you see (I’m down at the station, Lord)
What that woman, she been doin’ to me (ain’t never comin’ back, oh boy)
Can’t you see (gonna ride me a southbound, now)
Can’t you see (all the way to Georgia, Lord)
What that woman, she been doin’ to me? (‘Til the train run out of track, oh)