I'm Free
Geoff Moore Lyrics
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I'm free, I'm free
I'm free, I'm free
And freedom tastes of reality
I'm free, I'm free
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
[Verse One]
To reach the highest high
You'd laugh and say
"Nothing's that simple"
But you've been told many times before
Messiah's pointing to the door
And no one's had the guts to leave the temple
[Chorus]
I'm free, I'm free
And freedom tastes of reality
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
[Bridge]
He who the son sets free
Is free indeed
He who the son sets free
Is free
[Chorus]
I'm free, I'm free
I'm free, I'm free
And freedom tastes of reality
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
How can we follow?
How can we follow?
The song "I'm Free" by Geoff Moore is essentially an invitation to those who are struggling with the reality of life and the challenges that come with it. Throughout the song, the singer speaks to his audience about the freedom that he has found and how he is hoping that others will follow suit. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm free" multiple times, both as a statement of fact and as a call to action. The phrase "freedom tastes of reality" alludes to the idea that true freedom is not just a feeling or a state of mind, but a tangible and concrete experience of reality.
The first verse begins by acknowledging the difficulty and complexity of achieving true freedom. The singer states that if he were to explain what it takes to reach the "highest high," people would dismiss it as too simple or unrealistic. However, despite this, the singer knows that the Messiah is pointing the way to true freedom, and urges his listeners to be brave and leave the temple - a metaphor for the systems and beliefs that keep us trapped.
The bridge of the song references the Christian idea that Jesus' sacrifice on the cross has set us free from the power of sin and death. The phrase "He who the son sets free is free" is a direct quote from the Bible (John 8:36). This bridges the gap between the abstract concept of freedom and the tangible, lived experience of it.
Overall, "I'm Free" is a song that speaks to the experience of those who have found a true and lasting sense of freedom in their lives. It reminds us that freedom is not just a philosophical or political concept, but something that we can experience in our everyday lives. The repeated invitation to "follow me" is a call to action for those who may be struggling with their own limitations and fears, to take the first step toward true freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
And freedom tastes of reality
Though freedom may seem like an abstract concept, the experience of it is very tangible and real.
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
I want to share my experience of freedom with others and encourage them to pursue it as well.
If I told you what it takes
If I were to explain what is required to achieve great success or spiritual fulfillment...
To reach the highest high
...to reach the pinnacle of achievement...
You'd laugh and say
...you might be skeptical or dismissive...
"Nothing's that simple"
...believing that success or spiritual fulfillment cannot be attained easily.
But you've been told many times before
Despite this, you may have heard about what it takes to achieve great success or spiritual fulfillment many times previously.
Messiah's pointing to the door
A great teacher or leader is showing the way towards achieving success or spiritual fulfillment.
And no one's had the guts to leave the temple
However, despite this guidance, very few people have the courage to take the necessary steps to achieve success or spiritual fulfillment.
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
And freedom tastes of reality
Though freedom may seem like an abstract concept, the experience of it is very tangible and real.
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
I want to share my experience of freedom with others and encourage them to pursue it as well.
He who the son sets free
The artist is referencing a religious or spiritual idea about freedom.
Is free indeed
If one is freed from a restrictive belief system or lifestyle, they are truly free.
He who the son sets free
The singer is referencing a religious or spiritual idea about freedom.
Is free
If one is freed from a restrictive belief system or lifestyle, they are truly free.
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
I'm free, I'm free
I have achieved freedom, and I am expressing my joy and gratitude for it.
And freedom tastes of reality
Though freedom may seem like an abstract concept, the experience of it is very tangible and real.
And I'm waiting for you to follow me
I want to share my experience of freedom with others and encourage them to pursue it as well.
How can we follow?
The artist is urging listeners to consider how they can pursue their own freedom and follow their own path.
How can we follow?
The singer is urging listeners to consider how they can pursue their own freedom and follow their own path.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PETE TOWNSHEND
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