“This Can’t Be Us” is a refined, introspective track that showcases ONE OK ROCK’s evolution in sound. Blending energetic guitar riffs with subtle piano and string layers, the song draws on influences from retro glam-rock while firmly rooting itself in modern alternative aesthetics.
The lyrics navig...
[Verse 1]
I hear your voice just like a song
And your melody, it tells me something's wrong
They tell me that it won't be long
But in my head, it feels like you've already gone
Oh, I don't know what to say
[Chorus]
This can't be us
I don't know how to say goodbye
This can't be us
You've been the greatest part of my life
This can't be us
Can we turn back the time?
This can't be us
I pray you're waking up
You gave more than enough
I won't forget your love
[Verse 2]
You've been my rock for way too long
And I'm sorry that I've been a rolling stone
You showed me how to build a home
You said my heart is always with you when you're gone
Wish you could open up your eyes
[Chorus]
This can't be us
I don't know how to say goodbye
This can't be us
You've been the greatest part of my life
This can't be us
Can we turn back the time?
This can't be us
I pray you're waking up
You gave more than enough
I won't forget your love
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus]
This can't be us
I don't know how to say goodbye
This can't be us
You've been the greatest part of my life
This can't be us
Can we turn back the time?
This can't be us
This can't be us
I don't know how to say goodbye
This can't be us
You've been the greatest part of my life
This can't be us
I think I'm going out of my mind
This can't be us
And if you don't wake up
I hope I said enough
I won't forget your love, mm
This Can’t Be Us was written by Tyler Carter & Jin Jin & Pete Nappi & Takahiro Moriuchi.
This Can’t Be Us was produced by Pete Nappi & Rob Cavallo.
One-ok-rock released This Can’t Be Us on Fri Feb 21 2025.