Break it down
The DX Band Lyrics
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You think you can tell us what to do?
You think you can tell us what to wear?
You think that you're better?
Well you better get ready
You bow to the masters...
Break it down!
We just got tired of doing what you told us to do
That's a break boy (Yeah...)
That's a break little man
Break it down!
D-Generation X! (2x)
You think you can tell me what to do?
You know who you're talking to?
Well you better get used
To the way the ball bounces
I see what you got
It measures in ounces
Well that's a break boy (Yeah...)
That's a break little man
Break it down!
D-Generation X! (2x)
Think you're a big man?
(laughs) I'll treat you like you're a little man
Yo tell me what it's like
To be half a man
It must break your heart
To see what I am (What?)
But that's a break boy (Yeah...)
That's a break little man
Break it down!
D-Generation X! (2x)
Think you can tell me what to do?
You know who you're talking to?
Just stop wanting me
To be like someone else
Put it away
Like a book on a shelf
That you can read boy (Yeah...)
That you can read little man
The DX Band's song "Break It Down" is a strong call to action, daring listeners to challenge authority and break free from expectations. The song begins with the lines "Are you ready? / You think you can tell us what to do?" which sets a defiant tone for the rest of the lyrics. The band stresses that they won't be bound by trends or other's opinions, saying "You think you can tell us what to wear? / You think that you're better? / Well, you better get ready." The chorus "You bow to the masters... / Break it down!" is a clear reference to rebellion against those who would try to control them.
The second verse is equally abrasive, with the line "We just got tired of doing what you told us to do" being the most notable. The band members assert their individuality and indicate that they're leaving behind restrictive expectations. The chorus repeats with the addition of "D-Generation X!" shouted twice for emphasis. The final verse directly addresses the person trying to impose their will on them, practically daring them by saying "Think you're a big man? / (laughs) I'll treat you like you're a little man." The final lines serve as a reminder that every individual deserves to be themselves, stating "Just stop wanting me / To be like someone else / Put it away / Like a book on a shelf / That you can read boy / That you can read little man."
Line by Line Meaning
Are you ready?
Are you mentally prepared?
You think you can tell us what to do?
Do you assume you can control us?
You think you can tell us what to wear?
Do you believe you have the authority to dictate our clothing?
You think that you're better?
Do you believe you are superior?
Well you better get ready
Prepare yourself
You bow to the masters...
You submit to those in charge
Break it down!
Start the action
D-Generate into something fool
Transform yourself into something new, foolish person
We just got tired of doing what you told us to do
We grew weary of following your commands
That's a break boy (Yeah...)
That is a chance, young male
That's a break little man
That is an opportunity, young male
D-Generation X! (2x)
Declaration of identity
You know who you're talking to?
Do you recognize the person you are addressing?
Well you better get used
Acclimate yourself
To the way the ball bounces
To the reality of situations
I see what you got
I comprehend your situation
It measures in ounces
It is insignificant
Think you're a big man?
Do you believe you are important?
(laughs) I'll treat you like you're a little man
I will not take you seriously
Yo tell me what it's like
Inform me how it feels
To be half a man
To feel inferior
It must break your heart
It must be discouraging for you
To see what I am (What?)
To witness my success and confidence
Just stop wanting me
Cease desiring me
To be like someone else
To imitate another
Put it away
Discard that notion
Like a book on a shelf
Like a piece of literature stored
That you can read boy (Yeah...)
That you can understand, young male
That you can read little man
That you can comprehend, young male
Contributed by Carter I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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