Break Up To Make Up
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Never seem to make you happy though heaven knows I try
What does it take to please you? Tell me just how
I can satisfy you woman, you're driving me wild
Break up to make up, that's all we do
First you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
Break up to make up that's all we do
When I come home from working, you're on the phone
Talking about how bad I treat you, now tell me I'm wrong
You say it's me who argues, I'll say it's you
We have got to get together or baby, we're through
Break up to make up, that's all we do
First you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
Break up to make up, that's all we do
Yeah, first you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
Break up to make up, that's all we do
Yeah, first you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
Break up to make up, that's all we do
First you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
The lyrics to Stylistics' song "Break Up To Make Up" tell the story of a troubled relationship between two people. The singer is frustrated because despite his best efforts, he can never seem to make his partner happy. The couple constantly oscillates between loving and hating each other, hence the titular "break up to make up" pattern.
The singer pleads with his partner, asking her what he can do to satisfy her and keep her from "driving him wild." He runs through various scenarios, trying to figure out what went wrong and how he can make things right. However, every time they try to patch things up and start anew, they inevitably end up repeating the same cycle of fights and misunderstandings.
As the song progresses, the tension between the two lovers intensifies. The singer accuses his partner of talking about him behind his back, while she accuses him of being overly argumentative. It's clear that they are both deeply unhappy, but they can't seem to break free from their toxic pattern.
Overall, "Break Up To Make Up" is a poignant portrayal of a relationship that is stuck in a downward spiral. The lyrics showcase the frustrating and often painful nature of love, particularly when two people just can't seem to get on the same page.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me what's wrong with you now, tell me why I
Please explain the issue that you currently have with me, and let me know the reason behind it.
Never seem to make you happy though heaven knows I try
I always strive to please you, but I feel like I can never truly make you happy.
What does it take to please you? Tell me just how
Can you tell me what I need to do to make you happy? I'm willing to do whatever it takes.
I can satisfy you woman you're driving me wild
Your constant dissatisfaction with me is driving me insane.
Break up to make up, that's all we do
Our relationship seems to be a never-ending cycle of breaking up and getting back together.
First you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
You go from loving me to hating me, and it feels like we're playing a foolish game.
When I come home from working, you're on the phone
Every time I come home from work, you're on the phone talking about me.
Talking about how bad I treat you, now tell me I'm wrong
You're always complaining about how poorly I treat you, but then you deny it when I try to talk to you about it.
You say it's me who argues, I'll say it's you
You accuse me of always starting arguments, but I think it's you who can't stop arguing.
We have got to get together or baby we're through
We need to figure out how to work together to make this relationship successful, or else we won't last.
Yeah, first you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
It's foolish to keep going through the cycle of loving each other and then hating each other.
Break up to make up, that's all we do
Our relationship is just a cycle of breaking up and getting back together.
Break up to make up, that's all we do
We keep breaking up and getting back together, it's all we seem to do.
First you love me then you hate me, that's a game for fools
Going back and forth between loving and hating each other is a foolish game.
Lyrics © Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LINDA CREED, LINDA DIANE CREED, THOM BELL, THOMAS RANDOLPH BELL
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@langellove4198
"THE STYLISTICS" MUSIC WAS ALWAYS A VERY GOOD WISE
INVESTMENT WHENEVER YOU
LISTEN TO THEIR MUSIC AND
BOUGHT THEM FOR GREAT
ENTERTAINMENT BECAUSE
THEY HAD SO MANY MUSIC
CONNOISSEURS BACK IN DAY
THAT LISTEN TO THEM ALMOST
24/7 ON EVERY RADIO STATIONS
PLAYED IN EVERY HOUSEHOLD AND NEIGHBORHOOD AND THEY
WERE THE BEST IN THE LOCAL
NIGHTCLUBS, RESTAURANTS
HOUSE PARTIES AND JUKEBOXES
INCLUDING MYSELF W/MY COPY BACK IN THE DAY, SO ONCE
AGAIN IT'S GREAT TO ENJOY
THEM AGAIN IN 2019, AND DUE
TO THE FACT THEIR MUSIC WAS AND STILL "TIMELESS" TO THE MAX
@adamadam-tp6hh
I remember being a kid, moms would play this album all the time, brings back so many memories. She recently passed away, that hurt more than words can ever express. RIP mom, rest eternally. I hope I see you again. 😘🙏😘
@curtissantos3137
That's because she loved your dad!!!!!!! That's why she played it my beloved brother!!! Sorry you lost your mom!!!! Rest assure she lives still in the real world
@sheilacox2174
Be Comforted in her Memories ! Always With You !
@lesleyburton6286
Life a Song worth Singing so sing it!😊😊
@loraeichel7304
😔
@lesleyburton6286
Luv is what Luv does luv but if it hurts just exhale and let it go to many other's to have your luv!😊😊
@mikem5396
This song is Ridiculously Beautiful and everyone in the world should have it in their playlist hands down!!
@blooflazh7
thats what im saying! so underrated
@celestegarcia3567
Oldies will never die 😻
@jamesdouglasiii5810
Wow, you are beautiful!