Girl the last time I saw you, you were crying my name When I put you on the spot, will you still feel the same Show me some determination Show me the measure of your dedication I need to see just a reflection of your inspiration Don't you break down on me, don't you break down on me I'm looking for someone, someone strong enough to believe in Everybody's looking for someone strong enough to stand on his feet And never break down I'll put my life on the line and believe what you say I'll go out on a limb if you meet me halfway Show me some determination Show me the measure of your dedication I need to see just a reflection of your inspiration Don't you break down on me, don't you break down on me I'm looking for someone to show me what they mean by devotion Everybody's looking for someone prepared to put aside his emotion And never break down You're a new wave raver and you like to talk tough But can you still cut the mustard when the going gets rough Show me some determination Show me the measure of your dedication I need to see just a reflection of your inspiration Don't you break down on me, don't you break down on me I need a demonstration of your determination Give me an indication of your determination Yeah, oh oh oh Determination You've got to show me the measure of your dedication I need to see, I need to see just a reflection of your inspiration Don't you break down on me, don't you break down on me Three days in the rain and I ain't had no sleep But I won't break down now, I got a promise to keep Showing my determination, 'cause that's the way I am Determination Show me the measure of your dedication Just a reflection of your inspiration Don't you break down on me, don't you break down on me