1. An a capella gospel… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 3 bands named "Committed".
1. An a capella gospel group from Huntsville, Alabama. The Break Free Songfacts says that they are a six-man a cappella group who won the Second Season of NBC's The Sing-Off, winning an Epic record deal and $100K cash prize.
2. "Committed" a four pieced acoustic rock band from the Lake Ray Hubbard area of Dallas, Texas was formed by two young men Austin Bello and Caleb Turman who began playing guitar together at the age of 12. Not long after coming together the duo discovered that they had a knack for writing music. The group was later rounded out when they found two others who shared their passion for acoustic music; enter Drew Beilman, the band's bass player and Johnny McAnally, the drummer. In a short period of time Committed had developed their own music flavor that was influenced greatly by the artist/bands "Dashboard Confessional" and "Dave Matthews". On any given weekend you will find "Committed" playing their stylized acoustic rhythms they labeled (acoustic emo) at numerous venues in the North Texas area. Here are a few of the many favorable comments from club operators where they have performed. "Commited makes great post-punk, acoustic based rock that really fills the room. Passionate live performances really give the audience a euphoric high; the audience leaves with a tangible comfort and happiness every time they play." - The Door / Dallas, Texas "We recently had the band Committed play at our club and found them to be a very creative, high energy acoustic rock band. They brought a lot of enthusiasm and audience participation to the venue that night and we all had a great time. Great music and great people is what we're all about and the band Committed represented our venue well." - The Ice House / Rockwall, Texas "They display a genuine love of life and sing in such a way that they are sure to make a favorable impression. After their first performance they became an instant favorite at our park, and repeat performances were in great demand." - Hawaiian Falls Adventure Park / Garland, Texas.
Caleb Turman & Austin Bello are now part of Forever The Sickest Kids
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Committed was a hardcore band from Cleveland, Ohio. They sounded a lot like Youth of Today. If you didn't know already, that's a good thing. A real good thing.
Band Bio -
Committed is an intense 3-piece heavy emo rock outfit from Chester County, PA that formed in early April 2001. They are lead by guitarist/vocalist Greg Smith, bassist/bgvs Chris Hill, and drummer/bgvs Clark Vincent. Summer 2001 they recorded their first album "Contrary to Popular Belief". Dozens of shows later, Committed headed back to the studio in June 2002 and completed their debut professional album, "Jigsaw" after several months of work. Less than a year later, Committed signed with Driven Records to complete their 3rd album, "Green Light Go (ep)". Their newest release was recorded with their producer (Chris Morris), their new bassist Chris Hill and their new drummer Clark Vincent! Their Newest Renovatio (which means rebirth in Latin) was released by Below the Radar Records and they're already working hard on a new full length. With a growing bunch of rabid fans and an increasing repertoire of songs.
Committed broken up in early 2008. The former members have since formed a new band called the skylife.
Break Free
Committed Lyrics
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Do, do, do, doooooo
Break free, break free, break free
Break free, break free, break free
No more poison thoughts,
No more bitter lies running through my mind.
(Get out of my head)
Lust of my eyes thrones in my flesh,
So I m declaring right now that I m set free,
Redeemed, delivered and standing in liberty.
Just raise your hand if you wanna be free,
Lift your voice to the enemy, declare this too.
Chorus:
When I was bound love lifted me,
Now I can stand
Break free, break free!
Can t hold me captive
(I ve been set free)
No you can t hold me
Break free, break free!
Chased me, held me captive
Running scared begging to be free,
All along I held the keys to my freedom (turns out)
The captain was me.
(It was me) I assume the posture of surrender (surrender)
Return to God, complete control
That s how I gained my liberty.
I ve been calling out for help wondering for too long,
Now God has given me strength that I need to move onnnnnn!
Chorus:
When I was bound love lifted me,
Now I can stand
Break free, break free!
Can t hold me captive
(I ve been set free)
No you can t hold me
Break free, break free!
Break free (x4)
Depression, free, addiction, free,
My body free, misery, free!
My pride, I m free, jealousy, free,
Don t be scared to be free,
Be free with me!
Chorus:
When I was bound love lifted me,
Now I can stand
Break free, break free!
Can t hold me captive
(I ve been set free)
No you can t hold me
Break free, break free!
The song "Break Free" by Committed is about breaking free from negative thoughts and harmful behaviors. It begins with the singer declaring that they no longer want to be held captive by the poison thoughts or bitter lies that have been running through their mind. They acknowledge that the lust of their eyes and the pride of their life have caused them to feel sick, so they declare that they are set free and redeemed. The song encourages people to raise their hands and lift their voices to the enemy, declaring their freedom from toxic behaviors.
Throughout the song, the lyrics mention various negative emotions and struggles, such as depression and addiction, that the singer has been freed from. They acknowledge that they have held the keys to their freedom all along and that by surrendering to God's complete control, they have gained their liberty. The chorus repeats the phrase "Break Free" multiple times and emphasizes that nobody can hold the singer captive anymore.
Overall, "Break Free" has a powerful and uplifting message about overcoming negative thoughts and emotions, and finding freedom through faith and surrender. The lyrics encourage listeners to take control of their lives and declare their freedom from harmful behaviors.
Line by Line Meaning
No more poison thoughts,
I am done with the negative thoughts that were consuming me.
No more bitter lies running through my mind.
I am no longer going to entertain lies that make me bitter in my thoughts.
(Get out of my head)
I am declaring that I don't want these negative thoughts in my head anymore.
Lust of my eyes thrones in my flesh,
I have realized that I am being controlled by fleshly desires which I want to overcome.
Pride of my life, I m so sick of it.
I have recognized that pride has been a major factor in my life, and it's causing me to be sick of it.
So I m declaring right now that I m set free,
I am making a bold declaration that I am free from my struggles.
Redeemed, delivered and standing in liberty.
I have been saved, freed, and am no longer in bondage.
Just raise your hand if you wanna be free,
I am inviting others to join me in pursuing freedom.
Lift your voice to the enemy, declare this too.
I am encouraging others to defy the enemy by declaring freedom as well.
When I was bound love lifted me,
I was once in bondage, but love helped me overcome.
Now I can stand
I can confidently stand on my own feet now.
Can t hold me captive
No one can take my freedom away from me.
(I ve been set free)
I am free from the struggles that once had me captive.
Break free (x4)
I am endlessly pursuing freedom by breaking free from my struggles.
Depression, free, addiction, free,
I am free from depression, addiction and things that once held me captive.
My body free, misery, free!
I am no longer in physical and emotional pain.
My pride, I m free, jealousy, free,
I am no longer prideful or jealous, which once consumed me.
Don t be scared to be free,
I am encouraging others to not be afraid to pursue freedom.
Be free with me!
I am inviting others to be free and join me in my pursuit of freedom.
Contributed by Ethan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lisarees2703
I've always loved this group and what they stand for. It takes a great deal of courage in this day and age to be this open and strong in your faith. Thank you, Committed, for staying true to your convictions and blessing us with your amazing voices!
@JuskeepSwimn
Look: there will always be critics. All I know is that these men have been given gifts DIRECTLY from God and this song is proof they not only know where their help comes from but they WILL share it with the world.
@sahnie82
Oakwood men. Let God led and you'll go far.
@rhythmlane
....."where I was bound love lifted me, now I can stand Break Free Break Free...can't hold me captive.....no you can't hold me." I'm over 50, and have been through some things, so when I hear the words to this song, I feel as if I can connect to something bigger than this world; stirring something deep within my soul, and taking me to a place that makes me feel serene, and the tears roll. Committed, thank you for such a beautiful and inspirational song. God bless.
@JohnjeJasper
These guys are amazing singers and they stah true to who they are. Last week Maurice was a judge for a small talent show at a community center in Huntsville, Alabama. They know they're bug, but they give back!
@racquel9742
They killed it last night in London. God was truly lifted up!!
@The80247
So proud of yall!! U all do the Oakwood family proud!! Keep representing for God yall :D
@letscausesomemayhem
GO OAKWOODITES! Always keep God first.
@carols1188
When people know that they are bound and want to "Break Free" this song captures the very essence of the beginning of finding their salvation. GOD Bless you Committed! Your voices are truly gifted. Thank you for this song!!!
@Danyulel
Beautiful brothers, beautiful voices, singing SOUL-less music. Black people are directed towards singing this way no matter if they are singing secular or gospel. Someone told me this group remind them of the group Commissioned. They are mistaken. I don't care if they are signing about GOD, Black people have never sang such soul less gospel music before.