Pick Up The Pieces

Tarrus Riley · Other Songs - Tarrus Riley

dada daa-da da-daa

dada daa-da da-da-daa



She says her hearts been broken,

too many times

so now she keeps her guard up

she's got to play tough

i tell her to let me in

she hesitates, she's afraid

she says the last time she's been there

is soso heartache, yea



and everytime she gives her heart

all she gets back is broken pieces

everytime she opens up

all she gets back is disappointment

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea, oh

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea, mm



cause every broken heart(oooh)

can be mended

and every sad situation (oooh-oooh)

we all get hurt in

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea,

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea, yea



dada daa-da da-daa(pick them up)

dada daa-da da-da-daa(pick them up)



i said my hearts been broken

so i know, how it feels

its just like a raw deal, where you've been cut short,yea

see there is nothing like real love,

and for that you have to chance

its above all costs

its priceless

so priceless



and every time you give your heart,

all you get back is broken pieces

and every time you open up

all you get back is disappointment



we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea,

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea,mm



cause every broken heart

can be mended

and every sad situation

we all get hurt in

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea,oh

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea, yea



cause every broken heart

can be mended

and every sad situation

we all get hurt in

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea,

we've got to pick up the pieces, pick up the pieces yea, yea

Pick Up The Pieces

Tarrus Riley's 'Pick Up The Pieces' stands as a defining track within the reggae and dancehall canon, showcasing his mastery of the 'reggae fusion' sound. Released during a prolific period for the Jamaican artist, the recording exemplifies his ability to blend traditional roots reggae rhythms with contemporary production techniques. The song features Riley's signature vocal delivery, characterized by a laid-back yet commanding presence that anchors the track's emotional core. As part of his extensive discography, the work reflects the genre's evolution in the late 20th century, addressing themes of resilience and recovery through its title and lyrical content. The recording remains a staple in dancehall playlists, illustrating Riley's enduring influence on the genre's sonic landscape and his role as a key figure in the evolution of Jamaican music.