Daryl Hall & John Oates – I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)

About the song

Let’s dive into the smooth sounds of the 1980s with the irresistible track “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” by the iconic duo Daryl Hall & John Oates. Released in 1981, this song remains a standout hit that continues to captivate audiences with its infectious groove and catchy lyrics.

Crafted by the talented songwriting duo of Daryl Hall and John Oates, along with collaborator Sara Allen, “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” was featured on the album “Private Eyes.” This album, released in 1981, showcased the duo’s seamless blend of pop, R&B, and soul, earning them widespread acclaim in the music industry.

Upon its release, “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” quickly ascended the charts, securing its place as a chart-topping hit. It reached an impressive position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it peaked at No. 1, solidifying Daryl Hall & John Oates’ status as one of the most successful musical acts of the 1980s.

The song’s smooth melody, complemented by Daryl Hall’s soulful vocals and John Oates’ masterful instrumentation, creates a mesmerizing listening experience that transcends generations. “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” has stood the test of time, remaining a beloved classic that continues to charm audiences worldwide.

With its infectious rhythm and timeless appeal, “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall & John Oates is a true testament to the duo’s musical genius and their enduring impact on the pop music landscape. Whether you’re grooving to it on the dance floor or enjoying it on the airwaves, this song is sure to lift your spirits and keep you coming back for more.

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Lyrics

Easy, ready, willing, overtime
Where does it stop?
Where do you dare me
To draw the line?
You’ve got the body
Now you want my soul
Don’t even think about it
Say, “No go”

Yeah, I, I’ll do anything
That you want me to
Yeah, I’ll do almost anything
That you want me to, ooh
Yeah

But I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that

I can go for being’ twice as nice
I can go for just repeating
The same old lines
Use the body
Now you want my soul
Ooh, forget about it
Now say, “no go”

Yeah, I, I’ll do anything
That you want me to
Yeah, I’ll do almost anything
That you want me to, ooh
Yeah

But I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that, yeah

Yeah I, I’ll do anything
That you want me to
Yeah, I’ll do almost anything
That you want me to, ooh
Yeah

But I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that, no (No)
No can do
I can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that
Can’t go for that, yeah

Oh, I can’t go (I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
I can’t go for that, no, no, no (I can’t go for that)
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
I can’t go, I can’t go, no, I can’t go for that, no (No)
(I can’t go for that) No can do
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
Forget about it, no
Forget about it, no, no, no, no, no, no
(I can’t go for that)
Can’t go for that, yeah
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
Forget about it, no
Forget about it, no, no, no, no, no, no
(I can’t go for that)
No can do
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no can do
(I can’t go for that)
Can’t go for that, yeah
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no can do
(I can’t go for that)
Can’t go for that, yeah
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
I can’t go, no, can’t go, no, can’t go, go for that, yeah
(I can’t go for that)
No can do
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
I can’t go, no, I can’t go, I can’t go, go for that, yeah
(I can’t go for that)
No can do
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
(I can’t go for that)
No can do
No can do
(I can’t go for that, no, no, no, no, no)
I can’t go for that, no can do, yeah, go for it, I can’t do
(I can’t go for that)