Set Me Free
Cleary Lyrics

In Cleary's song "Set Me Free," the lyrics depict a struggle between the idea of settling for someone who may not be the one you truly want and the desire to be set free to find that person who is waiting for you. The opening line “There's plenty fish in the sea but only one that's waiting for me” acknowledges that there may be other options out there, but there is a special connection with one specific person that can’t be found elsewhere. The line “She's got a hold of me yeah and only her can set me free” highlights the fact that being with someone just for the sake of being in a relationship is not enough, and that person is the only one who can truly break the hold they have over you.

As the song progresses, the repetition of “Set me free set me free baby yeah” emphasizes the importance of being released from that hold and finding the one who truly sets you free. The lyrics “There's someone out there for everyone but what if she's not the one you want” acknowledge the societal pressure to settle down and find someone, but at the same time, the desire to be with someone who you truly desire.

Overall, "Set Me Free" is a song that speaks to the complexities of love and relationships, and the struggle to find the person who truly sets you free.