Lyrical Breakdown of Break You Off - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Break You Off" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how The Roots weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Break You Off" is a testament to masterful songwriting.
• Rhyme and Rhythm Analysis: Our Lazyjot editor highlights the ingenious use of multi-syllabic rhymes and the rhythm pattern that The Roots employs. Understand the construction of each verse and how it contributes to the song's overall impact.
• Syllable Pattern Insights: Dive deeper into the structural elements of the lyrics. See how the syllable count varies across the song, adding a unique rhythm and flow to The Roots's narrative.

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(Uh, beat started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Bad misses Throwing raspberry kisses on me You looking for directions? Girl, I feel your vision on me Just don't let him see you sweatin' And we ain't supposed to be involved Knowing when we get it off Girl, I mean it all Keeping you fiending 'Til you taking it tossed And when I'm breaking it off There's no denying, the fact is wrong 'Cause you got a man who's probably playing his part You probably breaking his heart He trying to figure the reason you gon' Is it 'cause he's superficial? Or is he too submissive? Or did I come along And hit you with the futuristic? Or is it 'cause you really couldn't see a future with him? All he 'bout is paper, never took the time with you to listen You want it gripped up, flipped, and thrown And get stripped and shown, the way to get in the zone The cost Dealing with this, you won't be takin' a loss You need to leave him alone And roll with the one who's breaking you off (Uh, beat starded) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Brother down the hall The one you bound to call Workaholic, so really, I'm rarely around at all What we started got serious repercussions in court We had a chance to turn back, but love, that was long Late nights, twistin' somethin', listenin' to niecey sing She got the beefy, you tellin' me you deeply appreciate the company The time we spend I feel the same It's a shame you ain't my girlfriend 'Cause, listen You need a brother with that physical fix That come through in a mix For you with no head tricks or fraud You need a new position And who can get you open like it's eucalyptus Steady, ready to go for yours Come on and work with me You won't get hurt with me Just keep it real and you'll get broken off certainly Dealing with this, you won't be takin' a loss You need to leave him alone And roll with the one who's breakin' you off (Uh, beat started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (and work with me) Comin' to break you off (beat started, start-started) Yeah baby, off (comin' to break you off) Rollin' down the highway Listenin' to Sade sing The way the smooth operator move my way You sitting beside me Looking like Friday Foster Pam Grier structure, look at your body Keep each other thirsty Kisses like Hershey But lips is sealed 'Cause we don't need the controversy I say I'm in town, you say you want it in the worst way You probably told your man it was your lil's birthday Meanwhile, it's champagne chilling in ice You ready for the freakiest things you done in ya life? We breaking down like we Road dogs pullin' a heist You making sounds like the vibe got you reaching your heights Prepare for flight, this is your captain I'm getting strapped in There's no denying the strength That it's attraction, girl Working with this, you won't be taking a loss So stop fooling your man and roll with the one who's breaking you off Baby, baby, baby, don't you worry 'bout Nothing 'cause I'm coming to handle you, no doubt Whenever you want, that thing you need, I got it I'm there and I aim to please I'm coming over to give it to you Baby, baby Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah baby, off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah, baby Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah, baby, off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah baby, oh Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah baby, off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Comin' to break you off Yeah, baby