Break it to Me
Muse Lyrics


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(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)

Don't dress it up but don't beat around the bush
And don't cover it up but don't push it underground
And don't keep it inside and don't edit and redact
And no dumbing it down
And don't fake it, just

(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)

And I can handle the truth
I can cope with whatever you're holding back
No need to sugar coat

I know how to mend
I can rise high above the ashes
I'll re-invent
I will re-emerge

(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)

Don't dress it up but don't beat around the bush
And don't cover it up but don't push it underground
And don't keep it inside and don't edit and redact
And no dumbing it down
And don't fake it, just (break it to me)

(Break it to me)
(Just break it to me)

I know how to mend
I can rise high above the ashes
I'll re-invent
I will re-emerge

(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)

(Break it to me)




(Break it to me)
(Break it to me)

Overall Meaning

The song Break it to Me by Muse is an encouraging call for truth and honesty. The lyrics emphasize the importance of being straightforward and transparent, without any attempts to sugarcoat or hide the truth. The singer acknowledges that it may be difficult to face the truth, but he is ready to handle it and move on. The chorus of the song, "Break it to me," serves as a constant reminder of the need for honesty and encourages others to speak their truth.


The lyrics also highlight the singer's resilience and ability to overcome challenges. He acknowledges that the truth may not always be easy, but he is confident in his ability to move forward and reinvent himself. The repetition of the phrase "I know how to mend/I can rise high above the ashes/I'll re-invent/I will re-emerge" emphasizes the singer's strength and determination.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't dress it up but don't beat around the bush
Tell me the truth, don't embellish or exaggerate, but also don't delay or avoid the issue.


And don't cover it up but don't push it underground
Don't hide or bury the truth, but also don't make it public in a way that could cause harm or damage.


And don't keep it inside and don't edit and redact
Don't keep the truth to yourself, and don't alter or remove important details.


And no dumbing it down
Don't simplify or obscure the truth, even if it's difficult or complex to understand.


And don't fake it, just
Don't pretend or lie about the truth, just be honest and straightforward.


(Break it to me)
Tell me the truth, even if it's hard to hear.


And I can handle the truth
I am capable of dealing with the reality of the situation, no matter how difficult it may be.


I can cope with whatever you're holding back
I am prepared to deal with whatever information you have been keeping from me.


No need to sugar coat
There is no reason to soften or lessen the impact of the truth.


I know how to mend
I am capable of repairing and recovering from the consequences of the truth.


I can rise high above the ashes
I am strong enough to overcome the difficulties and challenges that may result from hearing the truth.


I'll re-invent
I will adapt and transform myself to adjust to the new reality.


I will re-emerge
I will come out of this experience stronger and more resilient than before.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Matthew James Bellamy

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Don't dress it up but don't beat around the bush
And don't cover it up but don't push it underground
And don't keep it inside and don't edit and redact
And no dumbing it down
And don’t fake it, just

And I can handle the truth
I can cope with whatever you're holding back
No need to sugar coat

I know how to mend
I can rise high above the ashes
I'll re-invent
I will re-emerge

Don't dress it up but don't beat around the bush
And don't cover it up but don't push it underground
And don't keep it inside and don't edit and redact
And no dumbing it down
And don’t fake it, just (break it to me)

I know how to mend
I can rise high above the ashes
I'll re-invent
I will re-emerge



All comments from YouTube:

MistaMajikalMoshos

I just love how they're releasing several music videos at once and got this whole amazing storyline/world.

Gold Card Sinner

Agreed! I'm lining them all up in an in-order playlist as they're coming out if you want to check it out :)

Imane Tourani

@Gold Card Sinner pls can u share the succession of the storyline

DavidFC

Are they in the same order as the track list?

Василий Камальдинов

and that's all :( I have to say that there's nothing interesting except video...but we forgot that Muse is a MUSIC band.

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Syaryde

This song is definitely my fav on the album and whoever this dancer is is absolutely amazing it’s so hypnotizing and goes really well with the music

Leonil David

might be the same person in Thunder by ImaDra

Leonil David

Might be the same person on Thunder by Imagine Dragon.

AlmightyArceus

My personal fave song on the album. This song is so Muse. Innovative, grungy, with lots of tasty classical chord progressions, mixed with a savage sound. Fantastic; a triumph!

Derwich musique

I think exactly the same !

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