Can't Stand Me Now

The Libertines

About Can't Stand Me Now

"Can't Stand Me Now" is the first single from The Libertines' eponymous second album. The song was their biggest hit, and peaking at number two on the UK Singles Chart and number 28 on the Irish Singles Chart. In the United Kingdom, it is their second highest-selling single after "Don't Look Back into the Sun".


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2007
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An ending fitting for the start 
You twist and tore our love apart 
Your light fingers threw the dark 
Shattered the lamp and into darkness it cast us 

No, you've got it the wrong way round 
You shut me up, and blamed it on the brown 
Cornered the boy, kicked out at the world 
The world kicked back a lot fuckin' harder now 

If you wanna try 
If you wanna try 
There's no worse you could do 
Uh oh oh 

I know you lie 
I know you lie 
I'm still in love with you 
Uh oh oh

Can't take me anywhere
I'll take you anywhere
You can't take me anywhere
I can't take you anywhere
I'll take you anywhere you wanna go 

But oh, you can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now

Have we enough to keep it together? 
Or do we just keep on pretending 
And hope our luck is never ending now
You tried to pull the wool, I wasn't feeling too clever 
And you take all that they're lending
Until you need amending now

If you wanna try 
If you wanna try 
There's no worse you could do 
Uh oh oh 

I know you lie 
All you do is make me cry 
All these words they ain't true 

I can't take me anywhere
I can take you anywhere 
You can't take me anywhere
I will take you anywhere 
I'll take you anywhere you want to go 

But oh, you can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now

You can't stand me now (you can't stand me now)
You can't stand me, no, you can't stand me now
You can't stand me now, you can't stand me now
No, you can't stand me now

No oh oh
You can't stand me now
Oh oh oh

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The Libertines

The Libertines were an English rock band, formed in London in 1997 by frontmen Carl Barât (vocals/guitar) and Pete Doherty (vocals/guitar). The band, centred on the songwriting partnership of Barat and Doherty, also included John Hassall (bass) and Gary Powell (drums) for most of its recording career. The band was part of the garage rock revival and spearheaded the movement in the UK. more »

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Written by: Carl Ashley Raphael Barat, Peter Doherty, Mark Hammerton

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6 facts about this song

Release and Ranking
"Can't Stand Me Now" by the Libertines was released on August 9, 2004, as the first single from the band’s second album, "The Libertines." - It reached number two in the UK Singles Chart, becoming the band's most successful single in terms of chart positioning.
Songwriting and Production
Song was co-written by the two main band members, Pete Doherty and Carl Barât, showcasing the dynamics of their tumultuous relationship. - Bernard Butler, a musician and record producer known for his work with the band Suede, produced the song.
Lyrics and Interpretation
The lyrics are about the strained relationship between Doherty and Barât. It is widely speculated that the song narrates their conflicting feelings of love and hate for each other. - The lyrics “You twist and tore our love apart” point towards the pain of a deteriorating friendship.
Music Video
The music video for "Can't Stand Me Now" was directed by Scott Lyon. It features flashes of footage from the band's previous gigs and tours.
Live Performances and Acclaim
Despite the tensions in the band, "Can't Stand Me Now" was regularly performed live and became a fan favorite. - The song was nominated for Best Track at the 2004 NME Awards and was also ranked 54 on NME's 100 Greatest Tracks of the Decade.
Aftermath and Legacy
The release of "Can't Stand Me Now" foreshadowed the temporary break-up of The Libertines, which occurred soon after their second album was released. - Despite the band's troubled history, "Can't Stand Me Now" remains one of The Libertines' most iconic and popular songs, highlighting both their musical talent and personal struggles.

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