Breakaway
The Cars Lyrics

The loud mornin' in the small town cries
The day has begun and the town is bustling with activity, but it's too noisy and chaotic and you need to escape this place.

You gotta get away
You are compelled to leave this town behind and seek something better or different.

And someone's throwin' in the prize
Someone is offering an enticing opportunity or reward to encourage you to leave and follow a new path.

They don't want to stay
Others in this town may be content to stay and accept their lot, but you cannot.

The streets are quiet like the stars
The town quiets down at night and as you look up at the stars, you feel a sense of longing for something more.

Moonlight puts on a chill
At night, the cold moonlight seems to accentuate your restlessness and anticipation for a new adventure.

You gotta get yourself outta here
Leaving this town is not just a desire, but a necessity for your personal growth and happiness.

You always do ha
This is not the first time you've felt this way and you've always found a way to escape and pursue your dreams.

Oh black rider feels alright
You feel confident and empowered as you hit the road, like a mysterious black-clad figure on horseback.

Oh persian dreams china white
You have a vision of exotic, far-off lands and experiences that await you, represented by the references to Persian and Chinese imagery.

Where you gonna go tonight
You are excited about the unknown and the possibilities that each new day and destination hold.

Uh people move between themselves
As you travel, you observe people going about their lives, often without connecting or interacting intentionally.

Without on purpose touching
People may brush up against each other or share physical space, but there is often no real connection or intimacy involved.

Always nearly dark and frantic
The atmosphere of many new places can feel both exciting and overwhelming, with lots of activity and movement happening around you.

In the corner people clutching
Even in the midst of all this chaos, you notice that some people cling to each other for comfort and support.

The dance-o-rama it burns
You enter a club or dance hall where people push their limits and let their passions take over in pursuit of excitement and pleasure.

Hiding screams of passion
Amidst the frenzied dancing and music, there are those who conceal their deepest feelings and desires behind a mask of composure.

The nightwatch city it melts away
The cityscape around you seems to dissolve or fade into obscurity as you become absorbed in your own thoughts and experiences.

Oh keepin' up with fashion
You are aware of the temptation to follow the latest trends and styles, but you are more focused on forging your own unique path.

Come on chase the dragon
You challenge yourself to seek out new and thrilling experiences, like chasing the elusive dragon of adventure.

Time is tight
You feel a sense of urgency and pressure to live life to the fullest, making the most of each precious moment.

You gotta breakaway
This phrase is repeated throughout the song to emphasize the importance of leaving behind what no longer serves you and pursuing your passions.

Breakaway
This final line serves as a call to action, encouraging listeners to take the necessary steps to escape their current situations and chase their dreams.

Yeah time is tight
The repetition of the earlier line further underscores the urgency and importance of living life with purpose and intention.

You gotta breakaway
Once again, the central message of the song is repeated, emphasizing the need to break free from the things that hold you back and embrace your full potential.