Can't Bring Me Down
Poison · Power to the People [2000]
She thinks that I'm lazy
Just because I'm good at nothin all day
My baby don't get it
So my job I quit it
Bust my ass hell I barely get paid
People like to put me down
Just because I hang around
Don't they understand it's my way
Say I say
[Chorus:]
Everybody tries to break me
Say they love me when they hate me
Baby you just can't bring me down
I've seen long and lonely days
And I have lost and found my ways
Baby you just can't bring me down
Can't bring me down
Baby I'm leaving
You got my heart bleeding
So I'm taking the easy way out
The angel in my head's now the devil in my bed
If my walls could talk they would shout
Baby you can talk and talk
The hurt you cause it just don't stop
I think I'm going out of my brain
I say
[Chorus]
CC get down
I got a car it goes fast
Keep fuzzy dice up on the dash
Got a bumper sticker
Just say PEACE
Keep a gun under my seat
To protect me from the pain
Should your words get in my brain
Can't you love me just the same
Can't you love me just the....
[Chorus x2]
Can't Bring Me Down
Poison's 'Can't Bring Me Down' stands as a defining anthem of the early 2000s power metal genre, showcasing the band's signature blend of melodic aggression and soaring vocals. Released on the album 'Power to the People,' the track exemplifies the group's ability to fuse heavy riffs with accessible songwriting structures that resonated with fans worldwide. The recording captures the energy of Poison's mid-career resurgence, highlighting their commitment to crafting anthems that balance technical proficiency with emotional depth. As a staple of their discography, the song remains a testament to their influence on the modern heavy metal landscape, often cited alongside other hits like 'Unskinny Bop' and 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' as essential listening for enthusiasts of the era's metal revival.