The Pattern Is Broken
Don McLean · Other Songs - Don McLean
Pull them apart and move them a bit.
See what you've made and see who you are.
The plans that you've laid can go just so far.
Before the pattern get's broken, the pieces don't fit.
Pull them apart and move them a bit.
See what you've made and see who you are.
The plans that you've laid can go just so far.
Then it's the end of sunny weather.
When all the pieces fit together.
And it looks like the final ending.
But it's really the beginning.
And though the pieces are apart now.
And you got a broken heart now.
Someday the sun is gonna shine on a fabulous design,
That only you can see. Ahhhh.
But then the pattern get's broken, the pieces don't fit.
Pull them apart and move them a bit.
See what you've made and see who you are.
The plans that you've laid can go just so far.
Before the pattern get's broken, the pieces don't fit.
(The pattern's broken and the pieces don't fit)
Pull them apart and move them a bit.
(Pull them apart and then move them a bit)
See what you've made and see who you are.
(See what you've made and see who you are)
The plans that you've laid can go just so far.
(The plans you've laid will only go just so far)
Before the pattern get's broken, the pieces don't fit.
(The pattern's broken and the pieces don't fit)
Pull them apart and move them a bit.
(Pull them apart and then move them a bit)
See what you've made and see who you are.
(See what you've made and see who you are)
The plans that you've laid can go just so far.
(The plans you've laid will only go just so far)
Ahhh, ahaha, ahhh, ahaha, ahhhhhhhh, ahhha...
The Pattern Is Broken
Don McLean's "The Pattern Is Broken" stands as a poignant exploration of personal turmoil and the struggle to maintain composure. Recorded in the mid-1970s, the track exemplifies McLean's signature blend of folk-rock and pop sensibilities, characterized by his distinctive, emotive vocal delivery and intricate guitar work. The song delves into themes of emotional instability and the breaking of mental or emotional patterns, reflecting a period where McLean grappled with his own public persona and private challenges. As part of his broader discography, the recording showcases his ability to craft narratives that resonate deeply with listeners, utilizing atmospheric production to underscore the song's introspective mood. It remains a notable example of his mid-career output, demonstrating his continued evolution as a songwriter and performer while maintaining the lyrical depth that defined his earlier success.