Freedom Fighters
雅-MIYAVI- Lyrics


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We're Freedom Fighters
With the Statue of Un-liberty
Take the rudder, boy
And ram us (not into a building) into this age

Freedom of Speech? Freedom of Thought?
Without even sparing a thought on the freedoms we do have
It's "please please please"

Freedom of Blame! Freedom of Abuse!
Spending money we don't have, every last penny
That's what you call freedom right?
Isn't that also freedom?
So, will you also sell that freedom?
Then, what in the world is freedom anyway?

We're Freedom Fighters
When you close your eyes, blue sky
When you reach out, there is freedom
On days it gets cloudy and starts to rain
Let's take a trip up the rainbow
It's sunny above the clouds

Get it back, Get freedom
Break it down, Break Kingdom

Isn't freedom to blame for that?
Isn't that what we need freedom for?
So, will we then buy freedom back again?
In the end, where exactly is freedom?
'you say 'freedom' this and 'freedom' that
But what's that sitting right next to you?





Through rainy days and stormy days, Mr Sun is smiling
Shining, glimmering, haha

Overall Meaning

The song "Freedom Fighters" by 雅-MIYAVI- is a critique of modern society's interpretation of freedom. The lyrics present a stark contrast between the freedoms we believe we possess and the reality of our situation. The titular "freedom fighters" are emblematic of the larger struggle to gain control over our own lives and our freedom. The Statue of Un-liberty sits as an ironic testament to the loss of true liberty in the world.


The chorus of the song proposes the question of what freedom really means. The list of "freedoms" presented in the verse, such as freedom of speech and freedom of thought, are criticized for being poor substitutes for actual freedom. The lyrics suggest that the freedom we possess is one of blame and abuse, where we spend our money recklessly and call it freedom. It is a powerful statement that highlights the inherent contradictions in how we define freedom.


The song's message is ultimately one of hope. It encourages us to look beyond our immediate surroundings and to strive for a better future. The beautiful imagery of "blue skies" and "rainbows" represents this future and the possibility of a better world. The lyrics speak to our resilience and ability to persevere through difficult times. "Mr. Sun" continues to shine even through the rain. It is a powerful message that encourages us to take control of our lives and fight for our freedom.


Line by Line Meaning

We're Freedom Fighters
We stand for freedom and its promotion


With the Statue of Un-liberty
Despite having symbols of liberty, we are still oppressed


Take the rudder, boy
Take control and direct us to the age of freedom


And ram us (not into a building) into this age
Forcefully enter this age with great determination and without destruction


Freedom of Speech? Freedom of Thought?
Do we truly have the freedom of speech and thought?


Without even sparing a thought on the freedoms we do have
We take our existing freedoms for granted


It's 'please please please'
We beg for more freedoms even though we have plenty


Freedom of Blame! Freedom of Abuse!
We abuse our freedom by blaming others unfairly


Spending money we don't have, every last penny
We waste our freedom by spending lavishly


That's what you call freedom right?
We misunderstand the true meaning of freedom


Isn't that also freedom?
We confuse entitlement with freedom


So, will you also sell that freedom?
Are we willing to give up our freedom for material gain?


Then, what in the world is freedom anyway?
We question the essence of freedom


When you close your eyes, blue sky
We can find freedom within ourselves


When you reach out, there is freedom
We just need to reach out to find freedom


On days it gets cloudy and starts to rain
We experience tough times and challenges that test our freedom


Let's take a trip up the rainbow
We should see past hardship and appreciate the beauty of freedom


It's sunny above the clouds
Clear skies await us beyond dark times


Get it back, Get freedom
We must reclaim our lost freedom


Break it down, Break Kingdom
We need to dismantle oppressive systems that hinder our freedom


Isn't freedom to blame for that?
We blame freedom for the injustices and oppression present


Isn't that what we need freedom for?
We need freedom to address these issues


So, will we then buy freedom back again?
Do we need to pay for freedom that was taken away from us?


In the end, where exactly is freedom?
We question where true freedom lies


'you say 'freedom' this and 'freedom' that
We talk about freedom casually without fully understanding it


But what's that sitting right next to you?
True freedom is closer than we realize


Through rainy days and stormy days, Mr Sun is smiling
Even in difficult times, there is a glimmer of hope


Shining, glimmering, haha
Freedom is a bright and promising future




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIYAVI

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