Breakadawn

De La Soul

About Breakadawn

"Breakadawn" is a 1993 single by hip hop group De La Soul, released from their third album Buhloone Mindstate. The song samples "Quiet Storm" by Smokey Robinson. The song also samples the intro to Michael Jackson's "I Can't Help It" (from his Off the Wall album). Additionally the song samples "Sang and Dance" by The Bar-Kays.


Year:
1993
4:15
284 
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Ah one two, ah one two

Breakadawn, breakadawn
Ah one two, ah one two

I was born in the Boogie Down catscan
Where my building fell down on the rats and
People sorta super wanna trip to the penile (penile)
While I settle off the shores of the Long Isle
My father's clean not mean my mind is clear when I transmit
I am the man-ner of the family cuz the pants fit
I want to let forensics prove, that I can mends
Groove wit the thread from needle outta hay, wanna say
Salutations to the nation of the Nubians
We bout to place you in that 3 Feet of stew again
I got the frequency to shatter Mrs. Jones' perm
I gotta +Hey Love+ all the honies cause they're short term
Tallyin the score I'm for the shottie in the jacket
For the brother he's a nigga when he packs it
So get your butt out the sling, I stung Muhammad float a note
That means I'm def, so like the autographs you sign until the

"Breakadawn, breakadawn"
Ah one two, ah one two

Ayo groove with the mayor, hazard on the sayer
Wave the eighteen mill', eat a still
Sack or bag of troubles, make the single double
Loop the coin and join the minimum wage
I had a plan if I was the man, I'd throw the J
Lay it low and late night I get sessed
Uncondition my ways, of the everyday sunset
Wagin my days, to the one bet
Cause your breaks'll have the carrot of cakes, whether mine
Out of line, I breeze into the early mornin
Freak the WIC call and get a tap on my shoulder
Cause the days of the breaks, be just about over
The arts of the six won't play my bag of tricks
I got the sevens in my pocket somewhere
Reasons for the Cheer All Temperature here
I keep it to the rear, and then I'm EXPLODING

I be the fab I be the fabulous but see unlike the Chi
I got the flea up in the name "ah one two, ah one two"
Can't no one bend my cousin from the Peter Piper like the others
Latchin on to when I caught the fame "ah one two, ah one two"
Pass the task to ask me bout the Native Tongue again my friend
I tell you Jungle Brothers +On the Run+ "ah one two, ah one two"
I'm shakin hands with many devils in the industry
Believe the Genesis like Phil with stills mean that I'm def
So like the autographs you sign until the

"Breakadawn, breakadawn"
Ah one two, ah one two

We in the mornin at the end, but in the end I be the is
Cause in the mix, man, it's alright
Momma got the rhythm to my daylife
My pops gots enough so best to leave or sail the waves
To the Long I laid the anchor in the 'Ville
And how I relate, the same side of my gates
Paper days, mess up my mind, ground zero degrees
And the weather feels fine
You opened my eyes man, thought I had a man
But how could I eyescan, I wasn't around
I seen the states and played the dates in the far-far
Gathered the new, from the zoas around
Grew up with Mikey Rodes and played the codes
Sometimes I don't budge, without my cous' Fuzz/fuzz
A simple, "How ya do?" Ah check it from my friends and my crew
Makes it definitely special

Now there's no Shiny Happy People in the crew we play the rough
I got the huff, and puff, to blow the house low
You know the neverending factor while I'm over, tell a squid
I know an Enterprising brother, so report to the bridge
I bounce a ball with my left, a squid with my right
(Cause a squid is just a punk) Yo he deserved to lose the fight
I might meander 'cross your dream, travellin up the stream
Plug Wonder Wonder Why you're lonely tonight
We see the girls scream as if we're shocked by the live shell
Let's round em up and get em back to the hotel
Motel, holiday, inn-fact!
I'm gonna let you know, once again, that De La Soul
Is sure to show you we will hit the charter harder
Than the normal rappin fool "ah one two, ah one two"

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De La Soul

De La Soul is an American hip hop trio formed in 1987 on Long Island, New York. The band is best known for their eclectic sampling, quirky lyrics, and their contributions to the evolution of the jazz rap and alternative hip hop subgenres. The members are Kelvin Mercer, David Jude Jolicoeur and Vincent Mason, known under a variety of nicknames. The three formed the group in high school and caught the attention of producer Prince Paul with a demo tape of the song "Plug Tunin'". more »

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Written by: PAUL E. HUSTON, SUSAYE GREENE, DAVID J. JOLICOEUR, ROSE ELLA JONES, VINCENT MASON, KELVIN MERCER, WILLIAM ROBINSON, STEVIE WONDER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Breakadawn" by De La Soul was released in 1993 as the first single from their third album, "Buhloone Mindstate."
Sampled Tracks
The song samples several other songs including "Quiet Storm" by Smokey Robinson, "Jungle Jazz" by Kool & the Gang, and "Bling Bling" by The Winstons.
Positive Reviews
Upon its release, the song was praised for its production, lyrics, and overall hip-hop aesthetics.
Chart Performance
"Breakadawn" peaked at number 63 on the UK Singles Chart and number 14 on the US Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Breakadawn" was directed by Ava DuVernay, an Oscar-nominated director who has since become famous for her work on films such as "Selma" and "A Wrinkle in Time."
Song Theme
The song's title, "Breakadawn," is slang for the break of dawn. Its lyrics metaphorically suggest the beginning of a new day, symbolizing a fresh start or a new opportunity.
Alternative Versions
The song has a major remix, namely "Breakadawn (De La Remix)", which was included in the "Clear Lake Audiotorium" EP in 1994.
Album Success
The album "Buhloone Mindstate," which contains the song, is considered a significant milestone in De La Soul's career, placing them firmly on the music map as innovators and influencers in the hip-hop genre.
Longevity
Even though it was released nearly three decades ago, "Breakadawn" continues to be respected and enjoyed by fans. It regularly appears on playlists celebrating the best of 90's hip-hop.
Legendary Trio
De La Soul, the group who performed "Breakadawn," consists of members Posdnuos, Trugoy, and Maseo. They have been known for their eclectic sampling, quirky lyrics, and contributions to the evolution of the jazz-rap genre.

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