Born Free
Kid Rock Lyrics


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Fast, on a rough road riding
High, through the mountains climbing
Twisting, turning further from my home.
Young, like a new moon rising
Fierce, through the rain and lightning
Wandering out into this great unknown.

And I don't want no one to cry, but tell em'
If I don't survive

I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born Free

Free, like a river raging
Strong, if the wind I'm facing.
Chasing dreams and racing father time.
Deep like the grandest canyon,
Wild like an untamed stallion.
If you can't see my heart you must be blind.

You can knock me down and watch me bleed
But you can't keep no chains on me.

I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born Free

And I'm not good at long goodbyes but look down
Deep into my eyes.

I was born free!

Hey yaya yayaya
Oh hoo

Calm facing danger
Lost, like an unknown stranger
Grateful for my time with no regrets.

Close to my destination
Tired, frail and aching
Waitin' patiently for the sun to set

And when its done believe that
I will yell it from that mountain high

I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born Free

And I will vow to the shining seas
And celebrate God's Grace on me.

I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born Free





Oh, oh oh oh wah hoo

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of Kid Rock’s Born Free are a powerful introduction to the song, setting the mood with a sense of exhilaration and the feeling of conquering the unknown with fearlessness. The song evokes a sense of freedom and independence, embracing the wild spirit of adventure to explore life to its fullest. The line, “I was born free” appears multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the inherent need for humans to break free from society's constraints, becoming one with nature and following our passions instead of living for the expectations of others. The reference to a wild stallion and raging river are also suggestive of the untamed power that lies within all individuals, waiting to be set free.


The lyrics of Born Free continue with a message of resilience, willpower, and the ability to overcome obstacles. The allusion to being knocked down and bleeding suggests that one can get back up and keep pushing forward despite adversity, retaining a strong sense of individuality and an unshakable spirit. The song highlights the importance of being true to oneself, expressing our passions and desires genuinely.


In conclusion, Kid Rock’s Born Free is an ode to autonomy, individuality, and a deep yearning for freedom. From the opening lines to the intense, driving beat of the chorus, the song is a reminder to break free from society's constructs, embrace the wildness within us and live unapologetically.


Line by Line Meaning

Fast, on a rough road riding
I am moving quickly and enduring difficulties in my journey.


High, through the mountains climbing
I am climbing high through the mountains and facing challenges in my journey.


Twisting, turning further from my home.
My journey is taking me far away from my home and I am making twists and turns.


Young, like a new moon rising
I am young and full of potential, like a new moon that is just beginning to rise.


Fierce, through the rain and lightning
I am brave and unstoppable, even when faced with difficulties like rain and lightning.


Wandering out into this great unknown.
I am exploring the unknown and venturing into uncharted territory.


And I don't want no one to cry, but tell em'
I don't want anyone to cry for me, but instead, tell them


If I don't survive
if I don't come out of this journey alive


I was born free
I was born with an innate sense of freedom


Born Free
This is my natural state of being


Free, like a river raging
I am free like a river that is unpredictable and intense


Strong, if the wind I'm facing.
I am strong and unshakeable, even if I face strong winds and adversity


Chasing dreams and racing father time.
I am pursuing my dreams and competing with time


Deep like the grandest canyon,
I am deep and complex like the grandest canyon


Wild like an untamed stallion.
I am wild and untamed, like a stallion that runs freely


If you can't see my heart you must be blind.
If you can't understand and see the passion in my heart, you are missing out


You can knock me down and watch me bleed
You can hurt me and see me suffer


But you can't keep no chains on me.
But you cannot hold me captive, as I will always be free


And I'm not good at long goodbyes but look down
I don't like long goodbyes but look down


Deep into my eyes.
And understand my emotions through my eyes


Calm facing danger
I am facing danger with a calm and collected demeanor


Lost, like an unknown stranger
I am lost in the unknown and feel like a stranger in a foreign land


Grateful for my time with no regrets.
I am grateful for the time I have and have no regrets for my journey


Close to my destination
I am close to my destination


Tired, frail and aching
But I am tired, frail and aching from the long journey


Waitin' patiently for the sun to set
I am waiting patiently for the end of my journey


And when its done believe that
And when it's all over, believe that


I will yell it from that mountain high
I will shout my victory from the top of the highest mountain


And I will vow to the shining seas
I will make a promise to the vast and shimmering seas


And celebrate God's Grace on me.
And I will celebrate the grace of God that has been bestowed upon me




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marlon Ray Young, Robert James Ritchie

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@blazar7388

Fast on a rough road riding
High through the mountains climbing
Twistin', turning, further from my home
Young like a new moon rising
Fierce through the rain and lightning
Wandering out into this great unknown
And I don't want no one to cry
But tell 'em if I don't survive
I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born free
Free like a river raging
Strong as the wind I'm facing
Chasing dreams and racing Father Time
Deep like the grandest canyon
Wild like an untamed stallion
If you can't see my heart, you must be blind
You can knock me down and watch me bleed
But you can't keep no chains on me
I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born free
And I'm not good at long goodbyes
But look down deep into my eyes
I was born free
Hey, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Ooh, ooh
Calm, facin' danger
Lost like an unknown stranger
Grateful for my time with no regrets
Close to my destination
Tired, frail. and aching
Waiting patiently for the sun to set
And when it's done, believe that I
Will yell it from that mountain high
I was born free
I was born free
I was born free
Born free
And I will bow to the shining seas
And celebrate God's grace on thee
I was born free
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh



@shrijitnaik9373

Fast, on a rough road riding
High, through the mountains climbing
Twisting, turning further from my home
Young, like a new moon rising
Fierce, through the rain and lightning
Wandering out into this great unknown
And I don't want no one to cry
But, tell them if I don't survive

[Chorus]
I was born free!
I was born free!
I was born free, born free

[Verse 2]
Free, like a river raging
Strong as the wind I’m facing
Chasing dreams and racing father time
Deep like the grandest canyon
Wild like an untamed stallion
If you can’t see my heart you must be blind
You can knock me down and watch me bleed
But you can’t keep no chains on me

[Chorus]
I was born free!
I was born free!
I was born free, born free

[Verse 3]
And I'm not good at long goodbyes
But look down deep into my eyes
I was born free
Calm, facing danger
Lost, like an unknown stranger
Grateful for my time with no regrets
Close to my destination
Tired, frail and aching
Waiting patiently for the sun to set
And when it's done, believe that I
Will yell it from that mountain high

[Chorus]
I was born free!
I was born free!
I was born free, born free

[Outro]
I will bow to the shining sea
And celebrate God's grace on thee



@lindajanke6454

absolutely true!
bobby kid rock rocks!
with knowledge. and
it turns into songs
kid
listening to these
songs...spread
knowledge.
as always love to
you and yours
I'm still waiting to
hear from you...
lindamaejan@gmail.com. my phone #
as needed . if you
happen to hear from hank jr
get my messages
to him too. please.
I'd love for you two
to cooberate with me
on it . I only want
some writing rights
love from linda oh
44234



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@trenthall1427

I Like the fact you hear the actual sound of his voice with no ridiculous unnecessary effects .. this song is great because it is simple and it evokes feelings .. and makes you feel good

@melissajeanlondon6547

His music has been a key 2 help me calm down faster than any
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@melissajeanlondon6547

He is my magical medicine

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@godswillwariya9082

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@25KSubsWithNoVideosChallenge

To the next generation, please don’t let this MASTERPIECE die.

@Adrian-vx4rj

I am 14 and I love the song

@hannahblankenship5184

Love kid rock! He stays true to himself, his roots and his fans.

@RobertJamesRitchie_OfficialAct

thanks for your love and support ❤️

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