Break Down the Wall
Adam West Lyrics


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If I start shaking
It's because of you
If you think I'm faking
I'll be sad and blue

I hear your warning
I hear your words
I'll soon be calling
But now you're running

And there you go
And I hope that you know
What you do to me
When you fake it

And I think that you know
That your lunacy drives me crazy
Break down the wall
And let me in

If I start to shiver
From below the waist
Lay down and quiver
Don't hesitate

I never wanted
To lose my way
But I got a feeling




Stretching to the ceiling
And there you go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Adam West's song Break Down the Wall are about a person, possibly the singer, who is in love with someone who is constantly running away. The singer is deeply affected by this behavior, and if they start shaking, it's because of this person. The person was warned, but they continue to run away. The singer is asking them to break down the wall and let them in. The second verse talks about the singer being physically affected by their feelings, which further emphasizes the intensity of their love for this person.


Overall, the lyrics convey a message of longing and desire. The singer wants to be close to this person and wants to break down the barriers that are keeping them apart, but they are unsure if the other person feels the same way.


In terms of the musicality of the song, it has a fast beat and is quite energizing. The way that the melody and the lyrics work together helps to convey the urgency of the singer's emotions. The guitar solo in the middle of the song is particularly noteworthy and adds to the overall power of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

If I start shaking
If I become nervous or afraid


It's because of you
It's due to your actions or behavior


If you think I'm faking
If you believe I'm not being genuine


I'll be sad and blue
I will feel upset and depressed


I hear your warning
I understand your cautionary advice


I hear your words
I comprehend what you are saying


I'll soon be calling
I will reach out to you


But now you're running
But you are avoiding me


And there you go
And you are leaving or departing


And I hope that you know
And I wish for you to understand


What you do to me
How your actions affect me


When you fake it
When you pretend or deceive


And I think that you know
And I believe that you understand


That your lunacy drives me crazy
That your madness or craziness makes me insane


Break down the wall
Remove the barrier or obstacle between us


And let me in
And allow me to come closer or be a part of your life


If I start to shiver
If I begin to tremble or shake


From below the waist
In my lower body area


Lay down and quiver
Lie down and shake or tremble


Don't hesitate
Do not pause or delay


I never wanted
I did not intend or desire


To lose my way
To become lost or directionless


But I got a feeling
But I have a sensation or premonition


Stretching to the ceiling
Expanding or rising upward


And there you go
And you are leaving or departing




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALEX CALL, BRUCE BETTS GOWDY, LENNY WOLF

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@alexprendes7370

I love how there’s just a marching band for no reason

@michakuiper9780

Playing 20 notes on repeat....

@eldorados_lost_searcher

@Micha Kuiper

That's "Bringing In the Sheeves."

@cadedade8258

that consists of 3 people

@Wellch

@Garret LeBuis yep

@Wellch

Think that is supposed to be the Salvation Army Nand.

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@TheTendermen

This scene has everything, Batman running around with a comically large bomb, nuns, a random marching band, ducks,
“Just some days you just can’t get of a bomb”, Robin contemplating why Batman would save a bunch of drunkards.

@stuartjohnson5686

comically large bomb with absurdly slow burning fuze

@kiamclean8407

Someday you can’t get rid of a bomb

@justifan

I think the marching band was to comedically represent the renowned charity organization "The Salvation Army"

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