Breaking Up
Roni Griffith Lyrics


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When we break up from a quarrel or a fight
I can't wait to have you back and hold you, oh, so tight
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
Every time you leave, I get those teardrops in my eyes
But they seem to go away when you apologize
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me

C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Don't say "Maybe"
Well, it makes no difference who was wrong
Just as long as I'll be with you

Baby, I'll be lonely till you're back where you should be
But, baby, I belong to you and you belong to me
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with

The best part of breaking up is when you know that you're making up
with me!

C'mon, baby, c'mon baby




Don't say "Maybe"
FADE

Overall Meaning

The song "Breaking Up" by Roni Griffith explores the rollercoaster of emotions that come with breaking up and then making up with a lover. The lyrics suggest that even though fighting and arguing is difficult, the process of reconciling and making up can be worth the effort. The singer expresses a desire to hold their partner tight after a fight, and they find comfort in the process of apologizing and being forgiven.


The repetition of the phrase "Tell me why, I want to know" throughout the song emphasizes the confusion and uncertainty that can come with a break up. Despite the pain and tears that come with separation, the singer remains optimistic and committed to their relationship. They encourage their partner to be sure to make up with them, suggesting that the relationship is worth saving.


Overall, the song appears to be an ode to the power of reconciliation and forgiveness in a romantic relationship. It highlights the ups and downs of love, and the way that even the toughest moments can ultimately bring two people closer together.


Line by Line Meaning

When we break up from a quarrel or a fight
Whenever we have a disagreement or an argument and break up


I can't wait to have you back and hold you, oh, so tight
I eagerly anticipate your return and want to hold you tightly


Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
I want to understand


Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
Explain to me why it is this way


That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
The most enjoyable part of breaking up is when we reconcile


But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
Make sure we get back together after any argument or disagreement


Every time you leave, I get those teardrops in my eyes
I cry every time you leave


But they seem to go away when you apologize
Your apology makes me feel better


C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Come on, my dear


Don't say "Maybe"
Don't be indecisive


Well, it makes no difference who was wrong
It doesn't matter who is at fault


Just as long as I'll be with you
Being with you is all that matters to me


Baby, I'll be lonely till you're back where you should be
I will feel lonely until we are together again


But, baby, I belong to you and you belong to me
We are meant to be together


The best part of breaking up is when you know that you're making up with me!
The most satisfying thing about reconciling after a breakup is that we are back together


FADE
The song is ending or fading out




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

hejdiklump

โ€ฆ When we break up from a quarrel or a fight
I can't wait to have you back and hold you, oh, so tight
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
โ€ฆ Every time you leave, I get those teardrops in my eyes
But they seem to go away when you apologize
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
โ€ฆ C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Don't say "Maybe"
Well, it makes no difference who was wrong
Just as long as I'll be with you
โ€ฆ Baby, I'll be lonely till you're back where you should be
But, baby, I belong to you and you belong to me
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with
โ€ฆ The best part of breaking up is when you know that you're making up
With me!
โ€ฆ C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Don't say "Maybe"
FADE



All comments from YouTube:

hejdiklump

โ€ฆ When we break up from a quarrel or a fight
I can't wait to have you back and hold you, oh, so tight
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
โ€ฆ Every time you leave, I get those teardrops in my eyes
But they seem to go away when you apologize
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with me
โ€ฆ C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Don't say "Maybe"
Well, it makes no difference who was wrong
Just as long as I'll be with you
โ€ฆ Baby, I'll be lonely till you're back where you should be
But, baby, I belong to you and you belong to me
Tell me why, I want to know-oh-oh
Tell me why is it so-oh-oh
That the best part of breaking up is when you're making up
Best part of breaking up is when you're making up
But, after breaking up, be sure you're making up with
โ€ฆ The best part of breaking up is when you know that you're making up
With me!
โ€ฆ C'mon, baby, c'mon baby
Don't say "Maybe"
FADE

Sharron Jebson

Best part of breaking up is when weโ€™re making up ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿป๐Ÿ’•aww legendary song so proud to own the 12โ€ version ๐Ÿฅฐxxx

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This was my first 80's disco album. I played this in high school when everyone else listen to AC/DC.

Pepper Mint

Masterpiece ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Dj-Jose Pipi Arias

Hermoso tema! gracias por subirlo

Claude Gagnon

Omg!!!
This brings me back, so many wonderful memories. 80's music was and is the best. Today's music sucks big time!!!! No comparison whatsoever.

Davide Deblasio

well overall Yes, but we have J:LO ( GREAT ),,, shakira, beyonce, and others,, so there are STILL Great ones,,,,

Thomas brunn

no way they come close to this artist not ever

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djthormx

Si, un super clasico, de mis temas favoritos.

Dino Carlo Herrera

Tema buenisimo...TRANSICIร“N de lo Disco al....HIGH ENERGY....sin duda un TEMA emblemรกtico del seรฑor productor Bobby Orlando

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