Freedom
Jade de LaFleur Lyrics
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Rain I'm drowning, I'm still breathing.
My wings are clipped now, still high can't come down.
Eyes locked on me, you can't see this.
Razor blade, my heart is bleeding.
But then again, It feels like freedom.
It tastes so sweet on my lips
If this ain't freedom.
Pain or pleasure, what you're needing.
Fantasy or real, am I dreaming?
When your world is upside down
You don't fall, you fly down.
Eyes locked on me, you can't see this.
Razor blade, my heart is bleeding.
But then again, It feels like freedom.
It tastes so sweet on my lips
If this ain't freedom.
Then babe I don't know what is.
Jade de LaFleur's song "Freedom" is a poetic exploration of the complexity of freedom. The opening line "Handcuffs on me, call it freedom" juxtaposes the idea of being tied up with the concept of freedom. This suggests that freedom can be paradoxical in that it can come at a cost. Just because someone is not bound physically, does not mean they are truly free. This is further emphasized in the line "Rain I'm drowning, I'm still breathing" which could be interpreted as being trapped in a situation (rain) that is suffocating but still being alive.
The next verse "My wings are clipped now, still high can't come down" highlights the idea that even when you feel restricted, there can still be a sense of euphoria. The following lines "Eyes locked on me, you can't see this" and "Razor blade, my heart is bleeding" could be interpreted as feeling like your pain and suffering is not being recognized by others, but it can still feel like freedom. The chorus "But then again, It feels like freedom. It tastes so sweet on my lips. If this ain't freedom. Then babe I don't know what is" brings all these ideas together. It suggests that freedom is not always straightforward and can often come at a cost, but it can still be sweet and worth experiencing.
In the bridge, "Pain or pleasure, what you're needing. Fantasy or real, am I dreaming?" further explores the idea that freedom can be both pleasurable and painful. The final lines "When your world is upside down. You don't fall, you fly down" could be interpreted as saying that freedom can come from embracing chaos and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Handcuffs on me, call it freedom.
Despite feeling trapped and restrained, I have convinced myself that this is what freedom looks and feels like.
Rain I'm drowning, I'm still breathing.
Although I am going through a difficult time, all hope is not lost and I am still able to persevere.
My wings are clipped now, still high can't come down.
Despite feeling limited in my ability to soar, I am still filled with a sense of euphoria and cannot be brought down.
Eyes locked on me, you can't see this.
While others may be observing me, they do not truly understand what I am going through.
Razor blade, my heart is bleeding.
I am experiencing intense emotional pain and feeling vulnerable and exposed.
But then again, It feels like freedom.
Despite the hardships, there is still a sense of liberation and release from what was restricting me.
It tastes so sweet on my lips
The freedom I am experiencing is a source of great pleasure and satisfaction.
If this ain't freedom.
I am certain that what I am currently experiencing is true freedom.
Then babe I don't know what is.
There is no doubt in my mind that what I am feeling right now is the epitome of freedom.
Pain or pleasure, what you're needing.
Whether it be pain or pleasure, I am willing to endure it in order to experience freedom.
Fantasy or real, am I dreaming?
I am questioning whether or not what I am experiencing is too good to be true or if it is actually reality.
When your world is upside down
During times of chaos and confusion,
You don't fall, you fly down.
I see this as an opportunity to rise to the occasion and soar to new heights.
Contributed by Anthony F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.