Can't Go Back

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About Can't Go Back

"Can't Go Back" is a song by British-American rock group Fleetwood Mac. It was written and performed by guitarist Lindsey Buckingham for the 1982 album Mirage, the fourth issued by the band with Buckingham as main producer. An instrumental demo of "Can't Go Back" appears on the 2016 deluxe edition of Mirage under the working title "Suma's Walk". In the UK, the track was released as the follow-up to the Top 10 hit "Oh Diane" and became the fourth single to be released from the Mirage album in April 1983. It was released on 7" and 12", with the 12" format including "Tusk" and "Over and Over" from the 1979 album Tusk, and "Rhiannon" from 1975 album Fleetwood Mac. It did not perform well on the UK Singles Chart and stalled at #83. Despite being released as a single, "Can't Go Back" is yet to be included on any retrospective of Fleetwood Mac material, therefore, it can so far only be found on its parent album Mirage. 


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1982
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Written by lindsey buckingham.

Standin' in the shadows
The man I used to be
I wanna go back
(can't go back, can't go back)
Melodies awaken
Sorrows from their sleep
I wanna go back
(can't go back, can't go back)

She was just a dream maker,
Dreamer of sighs
Shadow on the one who used to cry
A face as soft as a tear in a clown's eye
I wanna go back
(can't go back, can't go back)

She was just a dream maker,
Dreamer of sighs
Shadow on the one who used to cry
A face as soft as a tear in a clown's eye
I wanna go back
(can't go back, can't go back)

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Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band formed in 1967 in London. Due to numerous line-up changes, the only original member present in the band is its eponymous drummer, Mick Fleetwood. Despite band founder Peter Green naming the group by combining the surnames of two of his former bandmates (Fleetwood, McVie) from John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, bassist John McVie played neither on their first single nor at their first concerts. The keyboardist, Christine McVie, who joined the band in 1970 while married to John McVie, appeared on all but two albums, either as a member or as a session musician. She also supplied the artwork for the album Kiln House. more »

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Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM

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12 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Can't Go Back" is a song from Fleetwood Mac's 12th studio album, "Mirage," which was released in 1982.
Band Composition
During the recording of "Can't Go Back," Fleetwood Mac consisted of Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood, and John and Christine McVie.
Song Ranking
Although not as well-known as some of the band's biggest hits, "Can't Go Back" is beloved by fans and often receives high ranking in fan polls.
Song Genre
"Can't Go Back" is classified as a blend of Rock and Pop, typical of Fleetwood Mac's style during this period.
Title Explanation
The song is about past regrets and the recognition that once decisions are made and actions are taken, you can't go back and change them. This can apply to both personal relationships and career choices.
Song Origin
Like many Fleetwood Mac songs, "Can't Go Back" features high emotional tension, possibly due to the band members' history of complex interpersonal relationships.
Production Details
"Can't Go Back" was produced by Richard Dashut and Lindsey Buckingham. The song is known for its upbeat tempo and the distinct guitar work by Buckingham.
Song Contribution
This song contributed to "Mirage" album reaching number one on the U.S. album chart in 1982.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Can't Go Back" for its raw, emotional lyrics and catchy melody which was quite typical of Fleetwood Mac's music.
Live Performances
Although "Can't Go Back" is not frequently performed live, its live versions have been praised for the band's harmony and cohesive musicality.
Sound Design
"Can't Go Back" is characterized by a unique blend of guitar work and harmonized vocals which give it an exciting and layered sound design reflecting the band's signature style.
Songwriting Credits
In keeping with most of the "Mirage" album, "Can't Go Back" was written by Lindsey Buckingham.

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