No Can Do

Sugababes

About No Can Do

"No Can Do" is a song by British girl group Sugababes from their sixth studio album, Catfights and Spotlights (2008). It was written by Jason Pebworth and George Astasio of The Invisible Men, Jon Shave and VV Brown, and produced by The Invisible Men in collaboration with Si Hulbert. The song was released in the United Kingdom and Ireland on 19 December 2008 as the album's second and final single. "No Can Do" is a pop song with influences of R&B and soul. It contains a sample of Sweet Charles Sherrell's "Yes It's You", and contains influences of Motown music and songs performed by The Jackson 5. The song received mixed reviews from critics, who were ambivalent towards its Motown influence. "No Can Do" peaked at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and is one of the group's lowest-charting singles in the UK. The single also charted on the Danish and Slovakian airplay charts. The music video for "No Can Do" was directed by Marco Puig, and was inspired by a piece of pop created by Allen Jones in the 1960s. It features the group using twenty half-naked men as objects such as cars, motorcycles and bridges. The Sugababes performed the song in November 2008 to promote the release of the New Xbox Experience, and at Ponty's Big Weekend in July 2009. 


Year:
2008
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I've been thinking about 
How you've been messing around 
Why do you get your kicks from hurting me? 

I've tried on giving you up 
But now it's time to stop 
'Cause boy I see that you're no good for me 

If you really wanted my love so desperately 
Then you should have taken time and try to rescue me! 

Sorry, no can do 
'Cause you're never really gonna make it better 
So forget forever 
Now it's time to face it boy we're through 
'Cause I ain't got time for your conversations 
So sorry, no can do 

Sorry, sorry 
Sorry, sorry 

Don't try to sweet talk me no more 
'Cause I've heard it all before 
What makes you think I'd want you back again? 

And now my mind has been made out 
And I have had enough 
You've had your chance and now this is the end 

You could've handled things a little differently 
But now you're on your own and you'll be missing me! 

Sorry, no can do 
'Cause you're never really gonna make it better 
So forget forever 
Now it's time to face it boy we're through 
'Cause I ain't got time for your conversations 
So sorry, no can do 

It don't matter what you say 
'Cause I've gone my separate way 
There is nothing you can do to make me change my mind 
It don't matter what you do 
'Cause I'm done with loving you 
Don't you bother turning back the hands of time 

Sorry, no can do 
'Cause you're never really gonna make it better 
So forget forever 
Now it's time to face it boy we're through (face it boy, face it boy, through) 
'Cause I ain't got time for your conversations (no) 
So sorry, no can do (do) 

Don't try and even call me on the telephone 
It don't mean a thing 'cause I'm on my own 
Don't try and even call me on the telephone 
It don't mean a thing 'cause I'm on my own 
Don't try and even call me on the telephone 
It don't mean a thing 'cause I'm on my own 
Don't try and even call me on the telephone (so sorry no can) 
It don't mean a thing 'cause I'm on my own 
Don't try and even call me on the telephone 
It don't mean a thing 'cause I'm on my own 
Don't try and even call me on the telephone (no no) 
Sorry no can do

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Sugababes

The Sugababes are an English pop girl group based in London, consisting of members Heidi Range, Amelle Berrabah and Jade Ewen. The Sugababes were formed in 1998 with founding members Siobhán Donaghy, Mutya Buena and Keisha Buchanan. Their debut album, One Touch, was released in 2000 under London Records. Donaghy soon departed from the group, which was later dropped by London. With the introduction of Range, the Sugababes signed with Island Records and experienced a higher level of commercial success, releasing three multi-platinum albums. The band survived a second line-up change when Buena left and was subsequently replaced by Berrabah. After eleven years in the band, Buchanan was replaced by Ewen. The fourth line-up signed with RCA Records in 2011 after par… more »

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Written by: GEORGE ASTASIO, GEEKI, NUGETRE, JASON PEBWORTH, JON SHAVE

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Background
"No Can Do" is a song performed by the British girl group Sugababes, known for their unique blend of pop, R&B, and dance music.
Album Affiliation
The song is part of Sugababes's sixth studio album, "Catfights and Spotlights," which was released in 2008.
Production Team
The track was penned by Jason Pebworth, George Astasio, and Jon Shave, collectively known as "The Invisible Men," and Si Hulbert.
Chart Performance
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, "No Can Do" managed to peak at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart, extending the band's run of top forty hits.
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Marco Puig, drew attention for its unique concept. It showcased the band members and models on humans utilized as motorcycles.
Genre & Style
"No Can Do" is typically described as a pop and R&B song, characterized by its retro, multi-layered harmonies, which gave it a distinctive 90s sound.
Release Date
The song was officially released as the second single from "Catfights and Spotlights" on 15 December 2008.
Live Performances
Sugababes performed "No Can Do" live for the first time on an episode of the UK show, "The Paul O’Grady Show."
Commercial Success
Despite its lower chart placement compared to the group's many other singles, "No Can Do" still reportedly sold over 50,000 copies.
Artistic Influence
The song's nostalgic vibe and harmonious sound have seen it frequently compared to the work of iconic girl groups like TLC and En Vogue.
Circulation Completions
The song was the last single released by the group as a trio before one of its members, Keisha Buchanan, was replaced, marking the end of an era for the original Sugababes lineup.

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