And breakout
When explanations make no sense
When every answer's wrong
You're fighting with lost confidence
All expectations gone
The time has come to make or break
Move on, don't hesitate
Breakout
Don't stop to ask
And now you've found a break to make at last
You've got to find a way
Say what you want to say
And breakout
When situations never change
Tomorrow looks unsure
Don't leave your destiny to chance
What are you waiting for?
The time has come to make your break
Breakout
Don't stop to ask
And now you've found a break to make at last
You've got to find a way
Say what you want to say
Breakout
Don't stop to ask
Now you've found a break to make at last
You've got to find a way
Say what you want to say
And breakout
Some people stop at nothing
If you're searching for something
Lay down the law
Shout out for more
Breakout and shout
Day in, day out
And breakout
Breakout
Don't stop to ask
And now you've found a break to make at last
You've got to find a way
Say what you want to say
And breakout
Don't stop to ask
And now you've found a break to make at last
You've got to find a way
Say what you want to say
And breakout
Don't stop (lay down the law, shout out for more)
To ask (breakout and shout day in day out)
Now you've found a break to make at last (breakout)
Breakout (find a way)
Breakout
Don't stop (lay down the law, shout out for more)
To ask (breakout and shout day in day out)
About This Song
"Breakout" is a sophisticated pop anthem about escaping psychological paralysis and self-imposed limitations when life feels stagnant and confusing. The song captures the existential moment when conventional wisdom fails, answers seem elusive, and confidence erodes, yet presents this crisis as an opportunity for radical self-liberation. Swing Out Sister's Corinne Drewery delivers the lyrics with a blend of vulnerability and determination, reflecting the internal struggle between fear and the urgent need for change. The track's production exemplifies the duo's signature blend of jazz-influenced sophistication and 80s pop sensibilities, featuring lush synthesizers, crisp drum programming, and elegant horn arrangements that create an uplifting sonic landscape despite the song's underlying tension. The repeated imperative "breakout" becomes both a personal mantra and a universal call to action, suggesting that true freedom comes not from external circumstances changing but from the courage to abandon familiar patterns and embrace uncertainty. The song resonated with listeners because it articulated a common human experience-feeling trapped by one's own expectations and mental barriers-while offering an empowering solution through decisive action. Its polished yet emotionally honest approach made it a standout track that helped establish Swing Out Sister's reputation for creating intelligent, emotionally resonant pop music that elevated the genre beyond mere entertainment.
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