Break It Down
Garth Lyrics


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We all came here for a party tonight
And your gonna get left if you don't get right child
So forget your troubles and forget the news
We're gonna pull the plug and black out them blues
And if your tie's to tight then adjust the noose
'Cause if your gonna hang tight cut loose
Tearin' it up
And we're burin' it down
Hey daddy's hide your daughters
'Till the sun come back around
'Cause we all came here to party
We came to come unwound
So go tell everybody that the boys are back in town
Just to tear it up
And to burn it down
We love to hear you stomp and sing
Just swamp a little southeast western swing thing
So just grab unto each other and let go
Make a little midnight moonlight mojo
When the magic happens let it all hang out
If you want to join the fun shout
Tearin' it up
And we're burin' it down
Hey daddy's hide your daughters
'Till the sun come back around
'Cause we all came here to party
We came to come unwound
So go tell everybody that the boys are back in town
Just to tear it up
And to burn it down

Tearin' it up
And we're burin' it down
Hey daddy's hide your daughters
'Till that sun come back around
'Cause we all came here to party
We came to come unwound
So go tell everybody that the boys are back in town
Just to tear it up
And to burn it down
We know you like to party
We know you like to throw it down
So go tell everybody
Let's get them all around




We're gonna tear it up
And burn it down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Garth Brooks' song "Break It Down" are all about enjoying the moment and forgetting about the troubles of everyday life. The lyrics "We all came here for a party tonight, and you're gonna get left if you don't get right, child" invite the listener to let loose and join in on the fun. The next line, "So forget your troubles and forget the news, we're gonna pull the plug and black out them blues," encourages the listener to forget any worries and to simply enjoy the present moment.


Brooks then sings, "And if your tie's too tight then adjust the noose, 'cause if you're gonna hang tight cut loose." This line is symbolic, suggesting listeners should let go of any inhibitions and dance like nobody is watching. "Tearin' it up and we're burning it down" is repeated throughout the song and is a clear invitation to let loose and have fun.


The lyrics suggest that this gathering is a celebration of life and music, and the lines "Just swamp a little southeast western swing thing" and "Make a little midnight moonlight mojo" are reminiscent of honky-tonk music, which is known for its upbeat tempos and high-energy performances.


Overall, Garth Brooks' "Break it Down" is a song about celebrating life and having fun with friends. The lyrics encourage listeners to forget their worries and join in on the festivities.


Line by Line Meaning

We all came here for a party tonight
Everyone in the group is here to enjoy and celebrate together tonight


And your gonna get left if you don't get right child
You will miss out on the fun if you don't get involved in it


So forget your troubles and forget the news
Take a break from the worries of life and the current events


We're gonna pull the plug and black out them blues
We'll disconnect from the negative emotions and let happiness take over


And if your tie's too tight then adjust the noose
If you feel too constrained or formal, loosen up to enjoy freely


'Cause if your gonna hang tight cut loose
If you want to have a good time, let go of your inhibitions and enjoy freely


Tearin' it up
We're going all out to enjoy ourselves


And we're burnin' it down
We're letting the fun and excitement spread and take over


Hey daddy's hide your daughters
The atmosphere is charged with excitement and energy, so be cautious


'Till the sun come back around
Until the next morning or day arrives


'Cause we all came here to party
The main objective is to have fun and let loose


We came to come unwound
We came to let go of the stress and immerse ourselves in happiness


So go tell everybody that the boys are back in town
Let everyone know that we're here to celebrate and rock the place


Just to tear it up
We're going to have a blast and enjoy ourselves thoroughly


And to burn it down
The level of fun and excitement is going to spread and escalate


We love to hear you stomp and sing
We enjoy when everyone joins and contributes to the fun


Just swamp a little southeast western swing thing
Let's get together and groove to some lively music


So just grab unto each other and let go
Let's connect and immerse ourselves in the fun


Make a little midnight moonlight mojo
Let's create a magical and engaging atmosphere


When the magic happens let it all hang out
When we're having a great time, don't hold back and let yourself go


If you want to join the fun shout
Let's get everyone involved and causing a ruckus


We know you like to party
We know that everyone wants to enjoy themselves


We know you like to throw it down
We know that everyone wants to get into the spirit of the celebration


So go tell everybody
Notify everyone and bring them together for the fun


Let's get them all around
Get everyone involved and enjoying themselves


We're gonna tear it up
We're going to immerse ourselves fully in the celebrations


And burn it down
We're going to let the excitement and happiness take over and spread




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GARTH BROOKS, KENT BLAZY, KIM WILLIAMS

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Side 1
0:00 ??
The Untouchables - What Cha Say (C'mon)
7:06 ??
KC Flightt - Let's Get Jazzy
Raiana Paige - You're My Only Man
Twin Hype - For Those Who like to Groove
Club Vibes - Kick It
Las America's - Worship
Duran Duran - Drowning Man (D:Ream mix)
La Tour - Craziaskowboi (Round 'Em UpDub) (Solved by Leonard Stilwell)
Winx - Nervous Build Up
Johnny Vicious - Believe This
Phoenix- The Answer

Side 2
U2 - Lemon (Mono's Reprise)
DJ Duke - Love Don't Come Easy
U2 - Lemon (Version Dub)
Hard Corey and Wray - Love train (Workin' Happily mix)
57:50 ??
1:01:28 ??
1:04:58 ??
1:08:17 ?? May be this (5 Minutes of Funk - Don't you wanna) but unconfirmed.
Body Mods - Agitate It
Lenny Fontana - Calypso Meltdown
1:22:18 ??
Londonbeat - I've Been Thinking about You (Red Zone mix)



All comments from YouTube:

@girlsrespondtobass4956

If I had a time machine, I be revisiting some of these parties over & over for the rest of my life! This was a very special time and those who were there can appreciate that those beautiful, wonderful, magical, WICKED mornings, were 100% fiercely WICKED!

@GradyBroyles

Jeno has a BUNCH of video from the Full Moons and he and Martin Obrien even made a documentary.. and then had a falling out and Jeno walked with the footage and just like that .. no documentary.

@mikedelancellotti6905

“Break it down, get ya into the groove”

@mattball6766

I bought this mix tape in St. Louis in Im going to say 94 or 95..... Lost it years ago and thought it was a lost cause to hear again. DAAAAMN! Thanks for putting it on Youtube!

@robertsendejo7182

This mixed compilation of music is Garths' favorite songs put together to create a new song,beat, or rhythm. It took four turntables, mixer, sound equipment, and patients to make this recording. I was there.

@anthonybardarama

Thanks for that information. This is one of my favorites and I have held on to it all of these years... I love my music!

@robertsendejo7182

+anthony bardarama you are very welcome. I do not think the music industry will be as deep as it was in the 1990's and the rave scene. Unless, another crew like WICKED gets created.

@akb1220

CLASSIC tape. And one of Garths best IMO. Thanks!

@marioruiz7226

a betts the lick Garth thank u for the great mix I been following u since early 90s when u and Thomas came out to LA for doc's b day and you two guys came out rapping L A was like what da f

@Chibby71

Thank you for posting this as I grew watchin' Garth in the early 90's.

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