Brannan, Jay - Can't Have It All Lyrics
Applying moisturizer in the microwave window
For the tenth time, he should've called me an hour ago
Would he be here with flowers if I lived in Arizona?
They say there's no love left in the big cities, it's kinda true
I'll sell my guitar so I can by myself a tractor
Fuck this, this can't be my life
I moisturized ten times tonight
Why can't I sit down and write,
Bring this question to light?
[CHORUS:]
Do you want a lover, or do you want a life?
One hand or the other, the butter or the bread knife?
It's driving me crazy that I can't have it all
If these walls could talk, they'd probably cry out for mercy
'til I'm outlined in chalk, I'll be romantically thirsty
So I drink and drink from the proverbial time sink
Fuck this, this can't be my life
Tears flowing in full force tonight
Why can't I sit down and write,
Bring this question to light?
[CHORUS]
Do we hold the future, or does it come in peace?
And if it's in my hands, are you sure it should be in brittle hands like these?
Life, love, and the pursuit of all the things they promised me
Can I have all of the above? Are the best things in life truly free?
[CHORUS]
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Brannan, Jay Can't Have It All Comments
2020 ❤
Just wow. Thank you so much Jay
I buy all your music.. Ill always love you
This is one of my favorites of yours Jay. I get chills on the downbeat now. :) Hope you come to the San Francisco, Bay Area again sometime! Loved seeing you live!
Beauty song <3
this needs at least 4 million more clicks it's this good
Omg...the rhythm, the lyrics...so beautiful!
We need new music from you, at least covers :'(
Love you brannan
jay u are awesome need to come on down to Shreveport , la and do some shows
You handsome sir have win a new latin fan :)
+Tommy Dublin ikr
this song describes my life and you make me envy guys
Marry me
Wow! This is so good. Wow. Great job! :)
I've mentioned you Jay to so many friends to buy your music. They have all thanked me for the heads up. Love you Jay & thanx XXX
This man should be a household name, I shouldn't say his wondrous name and have people say "who?" I hope that he writes more songs for us mere mortals to listen to and think "So there are singers that have a soul." thank you Mr. Brannan for everything you have given to the world of music.
- xoxo L.T
I know I can't have it all.
The original was what got me to subscribe, but just as long as Jay is singing, it's all right with me. Sing on, Jay. You touch the heart.
just found this guy today...... sabiha voice,
j'aime ce mec , il est trop bon a la guitare
I honestly found this song so beautiful...I started crying.
Another beautiful heartfelt moment shared by Jay. This is now my fave... how do you get in my head... and my heart? Thanks.
Perfect voice...nice melody
One of my favorite's, Jay...very melodic and so, so sweet...
not since i discovered the indigo girls in '91 have i felt an instant connection to someones music. you are a wonderful lyricist and musician.
Truly Sweet and Simply Beautiful Jay-Thanks For Thinking This Up!! --And, of Course,Performing It!
How utterly beautiful.......once again all we need is Jay and his guitar. This is just the perfect song Jay.
You must be so proud of this.
God im in love with you jay! I just wanna listen to you all day.
can someone please explain the lyrics? i dont get the microwave window bit...
My favorite. Love this.
Someone should use this song for a huge marriage equality campaign.
I'm a sixteen year old girl from Holland and I absolutely love Jay.
adoruuuuuuuuuuuu
i was so sad i missed u and eric himan together... but, when it comes down to it, u have a maturity he hasn't quite developed... happiest of holidays to you! :)
brillient Jay ! damn your good.
I liked the intro. Yes. But I certainly like this version without it. Great.
i think i'm falling in love.....
songs from the heart are the best.
great vid!! trully
i love you always forever! :')
I remember listening to your album the fist time. Just after the first few beats i knew, i would love it. And after a million times listening this song is still my favourite, when the world is mean :)
There is a truck that looks just like this on my drive home, so I think of you everyday......
The intro to the original posting was funny, but I'm glad to have a version of it now that goes straight to the video.
I have to say, this song is pretty much perfect. Great melody, lyrics, awesome video, and there's a full story to it. Epic!
I just adore this song
love it!
One of my favs!
amazing song.
What a wonderful visual for the beautifully sad and longing song. It's one of my new favorites. Love you Jay!
You know we love this song , Jay.
Why will you not record "Denmark" for us ? We love it.
This is one of my all time favorite songs. Your lyrics plus your voice can't be matched.
You should be so proud of this song, Jay, it is one of your top songs !
Great video!!
Why the new video? Still great, none the less.
Gorgeous everything.
I'm in love with your voice ^^ and your eyes too^^
Hadn't listen to this song in a long time and yet it's the first song I ever heard you sing. Brings back beautiful memories. :)
Can't wait for the new album!
Season's greetings and have a wonderful 2012. Maybe see you in London soon.
"Fuck this, this can't be my life, I moisturised ten times to night" has to be one of my favourite song lyrics. I love this song.
Thank you for writing a song about me, Jay.
I still love it :)
Awesome song - and you made that old international truck look so hot...
But I liked the original intro! Loved this song in 08 and still love it today! <3
Merry Christmas from Ireland. :)
Loving it again. Merry Christmas.
love it jay.
With or without the funny intro, it's still my favourite song of you!!!
#beautiful
Oh man. I love you so much Jay.
awesome, i remember years ago when I first discovered you, and now look at you well done, keep the the fab work :D
terribly wonderful
Amazing song! Realy love it :)
Love love love!!!
The psycho intro was the best!
you greatly inspire , in every breath you take-- when you exhale a song :)
I. Love. Jay.
I could listen to this on repeat for the rest of my life. <3
Ahh i love this song, although I wonder on the re-upload
@LACAMPERAENELFLAN you are right JAY HAS GROW ON ME TOO,ALL THIS YEARS
HIS SONGS REALLY TOUCH MY SOUL
HAROLD FROM PERU
we have jay brannan in comun
i cant belive how much did you grow on me , still love your music since years ago..
martin from argentina ...
sory for my english ..
loved the one even when it had the longer intro :)
watching this video, thinkin so nice.......then.....clueless really (comment on fb)......then.......love this song......i think i may have problems.....lol
AWESOME
I love it:) Beautiful . You did not have your mother, same here.
To Favorites. Saludos desde España
only 30 views, feels like an exclusive club!
One of my favourite songs. Great video!