Breakdown
Handsome Boy Modeling School, Jack Johnson
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11 facts about this song
Music Genre"Breakdown" beautifully blends hip-hop and soft rock elements, showcasing the genre diversity of Handsome Boy Modeling School and Jack Johnson.
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Album AppearanceThis track appears on Handsome Boy Modeling School's second studio album "White People," which was released in 2004.
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CollaborationAmerican singer-songwriter Jack Johnson, best known for his acoustic rock material, lent his vocals and songwriting talent to create "Breakdown."
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Unique BlendThe collaboration for "Breakdown" was a unique blend of Johnson's tropical folk rock influence with Handsome Boy Modeling School's hip-hop beats, resulting in a laid-back, soulful track.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Breakdown" is an animated clip featuring cartoon caricatures of Handsome Boy Modeling School and Jack Johnson.
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'Handsome Boy Modeling School' BackgroundThe Handsome Boy Modeling School is not a traditional band; it's a project by highly successful hip-hop producers Dan the Automator and Prince Paul.
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Song ThemesThe song lyrics reflect on societal pressures and the complexity of personal relationships, with Johnson's mellow voice providing a soothing effect over the track's hip-hop beats.
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ReceptionThe song was praised by critics for its innovative fusion of hip-hop and folk, demonstrating the Handsome Boy Modeling School's versatile production skills.
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Live PerformancesLive performances of this song are rare considering the nature of Handsome Boy Modeling School being a side project of two producers and Jack Johnson's differing primary genre.
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Sequential NarrativeThe animated music video for "Breakdown" seemingly tells a continuous story featuring the cartoon versions of the contributors, notably interacting with various characters in a city landscape.
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Critical AcclaimWhile "Breakdown" is a standout track, the entire "White People" album was highly praised for the contribution of numerous guest artists like Cat Power, Mike Patton, Del The Funky Homosapien, making it a significant release in underground hip-hop during the 2000s.
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