Free
Lenka Lyrics


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Here's the lock, here's the key,
open it up, set yourself free,
free free free...
Moving alone, singing a song,
fly like a bird, let break me,
me me me...
Say goodbye, to yesterday
let go, on every way,
I have myself done
'Cause I'm free, I'm free free free...
And all I see,
is it open up in front of me.
Yeah I'm free, I'm free free free,
I want to be,
the happiest that I could be.
oh (here's the lock, here's the key)
Life is a game,
I hoping to play,
moving in a pieces, every day, hey hey hey
take all the chance,
don't throw away,
nothing's gonna getting my way,
hey hey hey...
Say goodbye, to yesterday
let go, on every way,
I have myself done
'Cause I'm free, I'm free free free...
And all I see,
is it open up in front of me.
Yeah I'm free, I'm free free free,
I want to be,
the happiest that I could be.
one two will find for you.
three four to open the door.
five six for heaven say,
seven eight, don't be late...
'Cause I'm free, I'm free free free...
And all I see,
is it open up in front of me.
Yeah I'm free, I'm free free free,
I want to be,
the happiest that I could be.
Here's the lock, here's the key,
open it up, set yourself free,
free free free...
Here's the lock, here's the key,
open it up, set yourself free,
free free free...
Here's the lock, here's the key,




open it up, set yourself free,
free free free...

Overall Meaning

Lenka's song Free is an anthem about freeing oneself from personal limitations and embracing a life of limitless potential. The song's opening verse, "Here's the lock, here's the key, open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free," indicates the beginning of the journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment. It encourages the listener to break free from mental or emotional restraints that may be holding them back and to take control of their lives.


The lines "Say goodbye, to yesterday, let go, on every way, I have myself done" signify a willingness to leave the past behind and to actively pursue a brighter present and future. The song's chorus repeats the mantra of being free and happy, with the lyrics "And all I see, is it open up in front of me. Yeah, I'm free, I'm free, free, free, I want to be, the happiest that I could be". This suggests that freedom opens up a vast array of possibilities and opportunities, leading to happiness and self-fulfillment.


The lyrics "Life is a game, I'm hoping to play, moving in a pieces every day" remind the listener that life should be grasped with both hands as an exciting opportunity to be experienced in full. Lines like "take all the chance, don't throw away, nothing's gonna get in my way" communicate that we should embrace every opportunity that comes our way and not let anything obstruct our path to happiness and fulfillment.


Overall, Free by Lenka exhorts us to embrace our truest selves and to steer our lives in the direction we desire. We should face our fears head-on and take chances, knowing that the possibilities are infinite.


Line by Line Meaning

Here's the lock, here's the key,
The singer is presenting the listener with a metaphorical lock and key, encouraging them to unlock the door to freedom.


open it up, set yourself free,
The singer is urging the listener to use the key provided to unlock the door to their own freedom, both literally and metaphorically.


free free free...
The repetition of 'free' emphasizes the importance and value of freedom.


Moving alone, singing a song,
The singer suggests that one can move forward on their own path while also expressing themselves creatively through singing.


fly like a bird, let break me,
The singer encourages the listener to have a free spirit and to not be held down by anything that may seek to limit them.


me me me...
The repetition of 'me' emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and self-reflection in achieving freedom and personal growth.


Say goodbye, to yesterday
The singer suggests that one needs to let go of past events in order to move forward and achieve freedom.


let go, on every way,
The singer encourages the listener to let go of all their fears and doubts in order to achieve freedom in all aspects of their life.


I have myself done
The singer emphasizes that she, herself, has already achieved this level of freedom and encourages the listener to do the same.


'Cause I'm free, I'm free free free...
The repetition of 'free' emphasizes the joy and positivity that comes with achieving true inner freedom.


And all I see,
The singer suggests that once one achieves freedom, they will be able to see the world and all its possibilities more clearly.


is it open up in front of me.
The singer encourages the listener to see the world as an open, welcoming place full of potential and opportunity.


I want to be,
The singer expresses her desire to continue growing and to achieve even greater levels of personal freedom.


the happiest that I could be.
The singer suggests that true happiness can only be achieved through achieving inner freedom and following one's own path.


Life is a game,
The singer suggests that life is full of challenges and opportunities for growth and change.


I hoping to play,
The singer expresses her hope that she will be able to face these challenges and win the game of life.


moving in a pieces, every day, hey hey hey
The singer encourages the listener to take things one day at a time and to focus on small steps towards freedom and happiness.


take all the chance,
The singer encourages the listener to take risks and to not be afraid of failure or setbacks.


don't throw away,
The singer warns the listener not to waste any opportunities for growth or to give up on their goals and dreams.


nothing's gonna getting my way,
The singer suggests that once one achieves true inner freedom, nothing can stand in their way or prevent them from achieving their goals.


one two will find for you.
The singer suggests that there are always new opportunities waiting for those who seek them out and are open to change.


three four to open the door.
The singer uses this line as another metaphorical representation of unlocking the door to freedom and finding new opportunities in life.


five six for heaven say,
The singer suggests that achieving freedom and following one's own path can lead to a sense of personal heaven.


seven eight, don't be late...
The singer encourages the listener to take action and not to delay in seeking out their own path to freedom and happiness.


Here's the lock, here's the key,
The singer repeats the opening lines once again to emphasize the importance of unlocking the door to personal freedom.


open it up, set yourself free,
The singer once again urges the listener to take action and unlock the door to their own personal freedom.


free free free...
The repetition of 'free' once again emphasizes the importance and value of freedom.




Writer(s): Christopher Kenneth Braide, Chris Braide, Lenka Eden Kripac

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Larrikin

Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free
Movin' along, singing a song
Fly like a bird, liberate me, me, me, me

[Pre-Chorus]
Say goodbye to yesterday
Let go of every way
I held myself under

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be

[Bridge]
Here's the lock, here's the key

[Verse 2]
Life is a game I'm hoping to play
Moving the pieces everyday, hey, hey, hey
Take all the change, throw them away
Nothing's gonna gettin' my way, hey, hey, hey

[Pre-Chorus]
Say goodbye to yesterday
Let go of every way
I held myself under

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be

[Bridge]
One two - It's time for you
Three four - To open the door
Five six - For heaven's sake
Seven eight - Don't be late

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be
And I want to be, the happiest that I could be
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free

[Bridge]
Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free
Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free



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Here is a lock Here is the key
Open it up set yourself free ×4
Moving along singing a song Fly like a bird liberate me×4
Say goodbye to yesterday let go of every way I held myself under

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free
free free
And all I see is the open road in front of me
I want to be the happiest that I can be
OOh×2

Life is a game I'm hoping to play Moving the pieces every day hey×3
Take all the chains throw 'em away
Nothings gonna get in my way hey×3
Say goodbye to yesterday let go of every way I held myself under

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free×2
free free
And all I see is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free I'm free free×2
I want to be the happiest that I can be

One two it's time for you Three Four to open the door
Five six for heaven's sake
Seven eight don't be late!
OOh

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free×2
free free(Here is the lock here is the key)
And all I see is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free I'm free free×2 (Here is the lock here is the key)
I want to be the happiest that I can be
OOh×4

Here is a lock Here is the key
Open it up set yourself free ×4

ㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡENDㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡ



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Arya Gokhale

I feel nostalgic while listening to this ....Thank you Lenka your music brings out the child inside me

Cheklet Tadefa

This song is my forever favourite 🌻

Erika White

It feels like I'm flying the summer sky around the beach. I love this❤️

Larrikin

Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free
Movin' along, singing a song
Fly like a bird, liberate me, me, me, me

[Pre-Chorus]
Say goodbye to yesterday
Let go of every way
I held myself under

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be

[Bridge]
Here's the lock, here's the key

[Verse 2]
Life is a game I'm hoping to play
Moving the pieces everyday, hey, hey, hey
Take all the change, throw them away
Nothing's gonna gettin' my way, hey, hey, hey

[Pre-Chorus]
Say goodbye to yesterday
Let go of every way
I held myself under

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be

[Bridge]
One two - It's time for you
Three four - To open the door
Five six - For heaven's sake
Seven eight - Don't be late

[Chorus]
Cause I'm free, I'm free, free, free
And all I see, is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be
And I want to be, the happiest that I could be
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free
I want to be, the happiest that I could be
Yeah I'm free, I'm free, free, free

[Bridge]
Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free
Here's the lock, here's the key
Open it up, set yourself free, free, free, free

최유진

Lenka is one of the greatest singers. Her voice is made me happy 😊

백숙

Here is a lock Here is the key
Open it up set yourself free ×4
Moving along singing a song Fly like a bird liberate me×4
Say goodbye to yesterday let go of every way I held myself under

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free
free free
And all I see is the open road in front of me
I want to be the happiest that I can be
OOh×2

Life is a game I'm hoping to play Moving the pieces every day hey×3
Take all the chains throw 'em away
Nothings gonna get in my way hey×3
Say goodbye to yesterday let go of every way I held myself under

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free×2
free free
And all I see is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free I'm free free×2
I want to be the happiest that I can be

One two it's time for you Three Four to open the door
Five six for heaven's sake
Seven eight don't be late!
OOh

CAUSE I'M FREE
I'm Free×2
free free(Here is the lock here is the key)
And all I see is the open road in front of me
Yeah I'm free I'm free free×2 (Here is the lock here is the key)
I want to be the happiest that I can be
OOh×4

Here is a lock Here is the key
Open it up set yourself free ×4

ㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡENDㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡ

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