I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got

The Living End

About I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got

"I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" was the single, and one of two new tracks that was written for the singles compilation album From Here On In by Australian punk band The Living End. The song is an attack on record companies that tried to change The Living End for the album Modern ARTillery. This is seen as many as a return to form from The Living End with a unique sound. It is a regular on live for the band. In Australia, the song was ranked #47 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2004.  


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2004
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Don't go getting yourself in a knot
Looking for a story but you have no plot
Communication lines are starting to rot
And I can't give you what I haven't got
If I could make the world stop still for you
I wouldn't waste another moment thinking it through
But the capabilities I have not
And I can't give you what I haven't got

You're wanting me to be something that I can't see
You're wanting me to do something I can't do

And it's always just the same
And I'm still playin' in this endless game
I wonder if you even know my name?
And I can't give you what I haven't got

You're wanting me to be something that I can't see
You're wanting me to do something I can't do so

Don't go getting yourself in a knot
Looking for a story but you have no plot
Communication lines are starting to rot
And I can't give you what I haven't got

Take the car, the house, the dog, the boat the whole fuckin' lot
But I can't give you what I haven't got

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The Living End

The Living End is an Australian rock band from Melbourne, Victoria, formed in 1994. The current lineup consists of Chris Cheney (vocals, guitar), Scott Owen (double bass, vocals) and Andy Strachan (drums). The band rose to fame in the late 1990s after the release of their double A-side single, Second Solution / Prisoner of Society. more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER JOHN CHENEY

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11 facts about this song

Album Facts
The song "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" is from "The Living End's" third studio album named "Modern Artillery," which was released in 2003.
Musical Genre
The Living End is known for their mixture of various music styles, but this track, similar to the rest of the album, leans towards punk rock and rockabilly genre.
Chart Performance
"I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" wasn't a standalone single but the album "Modern Artillery," peaked at number 3 on the Australian ARIA Albums Chart.
Band Line-up
Chris Cheney (vocals, guitar), Scott Owen (double bass, vocals), and Travis Demsey (drums) were the band members involved in recording this song.
Recording
The album "Modern Artillery," including the song "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got," was recorded in Los Angeles, California with producer Mark Trombino.
Musical Style
The Living End is known for incorporating rockabilly elements and this can be heard in the guitar nuances within "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got."
Popular Song
Although not a single, "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" is a popular track amongst fans and often performed live.
Social Commentary
The Living End has a reputation for making social comments through their music. The song "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" has also been interpreted by fans as a social commentary, dealing with emotions and personal limitations.
Lyrical Depth
The song showcases The Living End's strength in creating lyrics that depict personal struggles and societal issues in a vivid and thought-provoking manner.
Evolution of The Living End
This track represents a more mature evolution of The Living End's sound, showing their ability to blend raw energy with refined songwriting.
Album Reception
Despite initial mixed reviews, Modern Artillery has since been recognized as a significant album in the discography of The Living End with songs like "I Can't Give You What I Haven't Got" being appreciated for their powerful emotional depth.

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