Soulife was released in June of 2005 by Rhino Records. The album is composed of songs recorded during the early part of Hamilton's career. Ain't Nobody Worryin was released on December 13, 2005 by SoSoDef/Zomba Label Group. In 2007, another compilation album, Southern Comfort, was released, featuring songs written and recorded during a similar period. A year later, in december 2008, he released another album, The Point of it all.
Hamilton also makes a guest appearance on blues guitarist Buddy Guy's 2005 album Bring Em In, contributing vocals to Guy's cover of Bob Dylan's Lay Lady Lay. Bring Em In also features appearances by John Mayer and Carlos Santana.
At the BET Awards of 2006, Anthony Hamilton was nominated for and won the BETJ 'Cool Like That' Award. He has also received a 2009 Grammy for a tribute performance to Al Green.
He is amazing
Anthony Hamilton performs two tracks on the 2007 movie "American Gangster" soundtrack, as well as appearing in a scene of the film.
Freedom
Anthony Hamilton Lyrics
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Should I break or retreat and then return
Facing the fear that the truth, I discover
No telling how, all these will work out
But I've come to far to go back now.
I am looking for freedom, looking for freedom
And to find it cost me everything I have
And to find it, may take everything I have
I know all too well it don't come easy
The chains of the world they seem to movin' tight
I try to walk around if I'm stumbling so come
Tryin' to get up but the doubt is so strong
There's gotta be a winning in my bones
I'm looking for freedom, looking for freedom
And to find it, cost me everything I have
Well I'm looking for freedom, I'm looking for freedom
And to find it, may take everything I have
Oh not giving up there's always been hard, so hard
But if I do the thanks lase the way I won't get far.
Mhm, life hasn't been very kind to me lately, (Well)
But I suppose it's a push from moving on (Oh yeah)
In time the sun's gonna shine on me nicely (On me yeah )
Sudden tells me 'cause things are coming
And I ain't gonna not believe
I'm looking for freedom, looking for freedom
And to find it, cost me everything I have
Well I'm looking for freedom, I'm looking for freedom
And to find it, may take everything I have
The lyrics of "Freedom" describe a feeling that many people know too well - the yearning for freedom, both externally and internally. The first verse acknowledges the weight of the world on the singer's shoulders and their desire to break free from the fear and uncertainty that lies ahead. The second verse talks about the struggles that come with pursuing freedom, and how doubts and obstacles can make it challenging. But despite these hardships, the chorus reiterates the importance of continuing on this journey towards freedom, regardless of the cost.
The third verse provides a glimmer of hope, with the singer acknowledging that life hasn't been kind to them lately, but they see it as a push to keep moving forward. They believe that better things are on the horizon and refuse to give up. The entire song has a theme of resilience and persistence, of not giving in to despair and holding onto hope for a better future.
Overall, "Freedom" is a song about the universal desire for liberation from the things that hold us back in life, whether they are external circumstances or internal struggles. It acknowledges that the pursuit of freedom is not always easy, but it is worth it in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders
I was burdened with responsibilities and troubles that were beyond my strength to bear.
Should I break or retreat and then return
I faced a difficult decision about whether to keep going or take a step back and regroup.
Facing the fear that the truth, I discover
I was struggling with the fear of confronting the truth about myself and my circumstances.
No telling how, all these will work out
I wasn't sure how things would turn out in the end.
But I've come to far to go back now.
Despite the challenges I faced, I knew I couldn't give up because I'd already come too far.
I am looking for freedom, looking for freedom
I desired to be free from the burdens and limitations that were holding me back.
And to find it cost me everything I have
I was willing to sacrifice everything I had in order to achieve freedom.
I know all too well it don't come easy
I was aware that finding freedom wouldn't be easy and would require hard work.
The chains of the world they seem to movin' tight
The pressures and constraints of the world felt overwhelming and suffocating.
I try to walk around if I'm stumbling so come
I tried to keep moving forward despite feeling unsteady and unsure.
Tryin' to get up but the doubt is so strong
I struggled with self-doubt and uncertainty.
There's gotta be a winning in my bones
Despite the challenges, I believed that I had the strength and determination to succeed.
Oh not giving up there's always been hard, so hard
I knew that not giving up would be difficult and would require a lot of effort.
But if I do the thanks lase the way I won't get far.
If I persevered and remained grateful, I would be more likely to succeed.
Mhm, life hasn't been very kind to me lately, (Well)
I had been experiencing a difficult period in my life recently.
But I suppose it's a push from moving on (Oh yeah)
Despite the difficulties, I believed that the challenges were ultimately helping me to grow and develop.
In time the sun's gonna shine on me nicely (On me yeah )
I believed that things would ultimately get better and that I would experience happiness and success.
Sudden tells me 'cause things are coming
I had a feeling that positive things were on the horizon.
And I ain't gonna not believe
I refused to give up hope or stop believing in myself.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KELVIN WOOTEN, ANTHONY HAMILTON, ELAYNA BOYNTON
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@mohammaedal-osmi9712
Felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders…
Pressure to break or retreat at every turn;
Facing the fear that the truth I discovered;
No telling how all this will work out;
But I've come too far to go back now.
~I am looking for freedom,
Looking for freedom…
And to find it cost me everything I have.
Well I am looking for freedom,
Looking for freedom...
And to find it may take everything I have!
I know all too well it don’t come easy;
The chains of the world they seem to move in tight;
I try to walk around it,
But stumbling’s so familiar;
Try to get up but the doubt is so strong;
There’s gotta be a wind in my bones...
I'm looking for freedom,
Looking for freedom;
And to find it, cost me everything I have.
Well I’m looking for freedom,
I’m looking for freedom...
And to find it may take everything I have!
Oh
Not giving up has always been hard,
So hard...
But if I do the things the easy way I won’t get far.
Hmm, life hasn't been very kind to me lately,
Well,
But I suppose it’s a push for moving on,
Oh yeah;
In time the sun’s gonna shine on me nicely,
One day yeah,
Something tells me good things are coming and I ain't gonna not believe.
I'm looking for freedom,
Looking for freedom;
And to find it, cost me everything I have.
Well I’m looking for freedom,
I’m looking for freedom...
And to find it may take everything I have!
@mrfancypants1188
This is one of my favourite songs, it's a shame it's not on Spotify
@soloplays8060
It is
@mrfancypants1188
Nah not this version, there are some covers but thats it
@soloplays8060
@@mrfancypants1188 im Listenimg to it rn its the same one
@mrfancypants1188
@@soloplays8060 i don't know what to tell you bud, it ain't coming up for me, only a cover version, which isn't to bad to be fair
@sirgarnkill4215
@@mrfancypants1188 got the same problem
@aguitarcalledchutzpah
One of the best songs I’ve ever heard. This is songwriting right here! You can play it round a campfire on an acoustic or in an auditorium. I’ll say it again THIS is songwriting!!
@kal-el5470
Try it when driving while its raining
@scottthompson138
Deep chills! What a song!
@ranahkennedy7152
@@kal-el5470deep