In 2005, she won a talent search contest sponsored by Edmonton radio station 91.7 FM The Bounce and was given the chance to record four tracks with Vancouver-based writers/producers Hipjoint. One of those songs, "Bounce With Me," became a radio hit and attracted the attention of urban music manager Chris Smith (Nelly Furtado, Tamia).
On her debut album Passion, Kreesha collaborated with some of the best in the business including Grammy Award-winning songwriter Harold Lilly (Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson), producer Devo Springsteen, another Grammy winner (John Legend, Aretha Franklin) and Toronto-based songwriter and producer Jon Levine (Philosopher Kings, Nelly Furtado).
Chains Of Love
Kreesha Turner Lyrics
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Gonna take my heart and run
Moving on, moving up
I'm gonna show you how it's done
Bet you thought you could keep me down
I was tired, I was bound and it's me that I found
Oh
Gonna break these chains of love
Gonna break these chains of love
All of my life I've been locked up
In these chains of love
Gonna break these chains of love
Gonna take my heart and run
Moving on, moving up
I'm gonna show you how it's done
Bet you thought you could keep me down
I was tired, I was bound and it's me that I found
Oh
Gonna break these chains of love
Gonna break these chains of love
All of my life I've been locked up
In these chains of love
Gonna try, gonna try, gonna try to pull me down
My head, my head, gonna stand my ground
Gonna try, gonna try, gonna try to pull me down
Gonna stand, gonna stand, gonna stand on solid ground
Gonna try, gonna try, gonna try to pull me down
My head, my head, my head, gonna stand my grown
Gonna try, gonna try, gonna try to pull me down
Gonna stand, gonna stand, gonna stand on solid ground
Bet you thought you could keep me down
I was tired, I was bound and it's me that I found
Gonna break these chains of love
Gonna break these chains of love
All of my life I've been locked
All of my life I've been locked up
All of my life I've been locked up
In these chains of love
Moving, gonna break these chains of love
In "Chains of Love," Kreesha Turner is empowered as she breaks free from the "chains of love" that have held her captive for years. She declares that she will be taking her heart and leaving behind the past that had kept her captive. She is moving on and upwards, determined to show that she is capable of achieving success without being held back by anyone or anything.
The lyrics suggest that someone has tried to keep her down, but she has discovered her own strength and will no longer allow herself to be held back. The repetition of the phrase "gonna break these chains of love" emphasizes her determination to move on and leave behind the past.
Overall, "Chains of Love" is a powerful anthem of empowerment, self-love, and determination to succeed despite any obstacles that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Gonna break these chains of love
I am determined to end the cycle of pain caused by my relationships
Gonna take my heart and run
I am leaving behind the hurt and pursuing my own happiness
Moving on, moving up
I am making progress and succeeding in life
I'm gonna show you how it's done
I will prove my worth and show you what I'm capable of
Bet you thought you could keep me down
You underestimated my strength and perseverance
I was tired, I was bound and it's me that I found
I was stuck in a toxic pattern, but I have found myself and my inner strength
Oh
All of my life I've been locked up
I have been trapped in unhealthy relationships for as long as I can remember
Gonna try, gonna try, gonna try to pull me down
Others will attempt to bring me down, but I won't let them
My head, my head, gonna stand my ground
I will stay true to myself and my goals
Gonna stand, gonna stand, gonna stand on solid ground
I will not waver in my beliefs or allow others to dictate my life
All of my life I've been locked up
I have been held back by my relationships
Moving, gonna break these chains of love
I am taking action to break free from the unhealthy patterns of the past
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GEORGE DUCAS, ZACK TURNER
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