Born Free
Mighty Sparrow & Byron Lee Lyrics


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Born free, as free as the wind blows
As free as the grass grows
Born free to follow your heart

Live free and beauty surrounds you
The world still astounds you
Each time you look at a star
Stay free, where no walls divide you
Youβ€²re free as the roaring tide
So there's no need to hide

Born free, and life is worth living
But only worth living
β€²Cause you're born free

Stay free, where no walls divide you
You're free as the roaring tide
So thereβ€²s no need to hide

Born free, and life is worth living




But only worth living
β€²Cause you're born free

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Born Free" by Mighty Sparrow & Byron Lee celebrates the idea of freedom, encouraging people to follow their hearts and live without constraints. The song emphasizes the beauty of the world and the wonder of living a life without restrictions. The lyrics tell the listener that they are born free, just as free as the wind and grass, and that they should stay free, without walls that divide and without any need to hide.


The song "Born Free" can be interpreted as a call to live life to the fullest and not let anything hold us back. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their innate freedom and see the beauty that the world has to offer. The phrase "born free" implies that freedom is a natural state for humans, and that we should not accept limitations that society or other forces may impose upon us.


Additionally, the line, "But only worth living β€²Cause you're born free," suggests that living a fulfilling life means embracing this freedom and pursuing our passions. The song ends with the repeated line "Born free," emphasizing the central theme of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Born free, as free as the wind blows
You came into this world without any boundaries just like the wind that blows without any restrictions.


As free as the grass grows
You are free to grow and evolve in your own unique way, just like the grass that grows freely in the field.


Born free to follow your heart
You have the right to make your own choices and follow your heart's desires without any external influence.


Live free and beauty surrounds you
When you live life on your own terms, you attract beauty in all its forms, surroundings that compliment and enhance your state of being.


The world still astounds you
The world is a beautiful, amazing and awe-inspiring place, and you experience it more when you are free to see it as it is.


Each time you look at a star
The cosmos is vast and powerful, and every time you look up at the stars, you are filled with wonder and appreciation for the beauty of the universe.


Stay free, where no walls divide you
You should live your life without allowing any barriers to come between you and your goals, dreams, or desires.


You're free as the roaring tide
You have boundless potential and power like the ocean's waves. No one can stop you from achieving greatness.


So there's no need to hide
You should be confident and unafraid to showcase your authentic self to the world.


Born free, and life is worth living
Since you were born free, your life has limitless possibilities, and it is worth living to the fullest.


But only worth living
Your life is only worth living if you embrace your freedom and live on your own terms.


β€²Cause you're born free
The fact that you were born free means that you can live your life as you see fit, without any external expectations or constraints.




Writer(s): John Barry, Don Black

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@goretti-canterburg-rainfor9813

a meaningful song, beautiful lyrics and tune. ❀❀❀😊

@user-dn6rv3pj7b

❀❀❀❀❀ love ❀❀😒

@dougallsdiscs

I got this CD 3 weeks ago and I still play it all the time...........what a superb vocal and musical marvel with Mighty Sparrow's excellent vocals and Byron Lees Band The Dragonaires.I recommend this to all music lovers............Born Free is the one I am listening to right now....

@Dibbie1000

To bad this song has an end.

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@mercydixon1958

Very cool smooth and Sweet voice. πŸ˜ƒβ€β€β€β€πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

@maureenfrederick3064

This is a wonderful tune. Thank you for posting. Sparrow you are MIGHTY.

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@zendayaforever1

Omg Sparrow & Byron I grew up listening to your music 🎢 and I always loved this song

@dougallsdiscs

Β SUPERB CD,BRILLIANT!!.

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