What does You Can't Do That mean?

Beatles: You Can't Do That Meaning

Song Released: 1964



You Can't Do That Lyrics

You Can’t Do That
Music by the Beatles sung by John Lennon

I’ve got somethin’ to say that might cause you pain
If I catch you talkin' to that boy again
I’m gonna let you down
And leave you flat
Because I told you before
oh, You can’t do...

  1.  

    anonymous
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     Jul 28th 2011, 07:59 report


    It's talking about emotional abuse.



  2.  

    anonymous
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     May 7th 2011, 15:43 report


    Its just what it says basicly the girl is flirting with another guy & gets caught. If she is caught again she's gonna get dumped




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