Written by: GLENN RAYMOND TIPTON, KENNETH DOWNING, ROB HALFORD
Duration: 4:14
Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Reckless’ by Afrika Bambaataa. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Afrika Bambaataa or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless
Standin’ by the disco floor
Spot this girl
My heart jump and move
Yeah, yeah
Walk over said to her
Lovely things
She said I was a fool
Oh no
She said
This is not the right time baby
I came here to groove
Hmm
And recklessly
I took my time
When I look back
The girls had made a move
Yeah, yeah
The music played on, played on
Why didn’t you make your move
Somebody came on, came on
And stole the girl from you
It’s the groove
That makes you move
So come on and get down
To this funky sound
Do what you please
You are entitled to flaunt
Get wild and reckless
If you want
‘Cause the sound we deliver
Will take you higher
Most definitely with
Desire, desire, de si si si sire
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless
So as the music play
I had to find a way
To catch her eye
Yeah, yeah
The partner she was with
He did not know how to gig
Said I
Oh no
She said
Mister get away from me
I need a man
That knows how to move
Yeah, yeah
We start to dance
Suddenly a quick romance
Ooooo yeah, yeah
The music played on, played on
Why didn’t you make your move
Somebody came on, came on
And stole the girl from you
This is a message
That you should discover
You can’t trust a girl
Or judge them by the cover
They can lead you on
And keep you in a daze
Keep you head over heels
And keep you amazed
It’s up to you
Whether you fall in the trap
Just remember when you push up
To have a strong rap
‘Cause now-a-days
Things are real funny
You can bet more than all she wants
Is your money
So listen to what I say
With or without
Yo, the girls is OK
Girls are the same everywhere
You can bet all they want from you
Is what they can get
And when they finish
You can bet that you’ve tried her
They’ll leave you penniless
With desire
You make me reckless
You make me reckless, reckless everyday
You make me reckless