Freedom
Rebecca Ferguson Lyrics


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There is hope
Even as the tears fall on your lips
Even as you take another sip
And cough from all you smoked the night before
Didn't lose the war
So stand back up and be a man
Hold yourself complete again
And say the words

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, there is laughs
Even when all you got is a box of flowers
They gave you as they held you to the crown

But over the hills going out shout
Spill up, break heavy grounds
Angels dress, they dance around
You can hear it, you can feel it
The sounds say

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace

And it's the rhythm, sweet freedom
I was so dumb
They held me to the ground
But I am free now
I'm free now, oh I...
I... But now I'm free

But now I'm free, oh

There is hope
Even as the tears fall on my lips
Even as I take another sip
And cough from all I've smoked the night before
I didn't lose the war
I'll stand back up and be a man
Hold myself complete again
And say the words
I am free




I am free
It's the sound of peace

Overall Meaning

The song "Freedom" by Rebecca Ferguson is about finding hope and strength in difficult times. It begins with the phrase "there is hope," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics describe the struggle of dealing with addiction, but also focus on the possibility of overcoming it. Even though tears fall and cigarettes are smoked, there is still the chance for redemption.


The chorus declares the singer's newfound freedom, and the joy that comes with it. The sound of peace is celebrated, even in the midst of trying circumstances. The second verse speaks of angels and the celebration that takes place when a person finds freedom. The rhythm of the song is described as "sweet freedom."


Overall, "Freedom" is a song that encourages listeners to keep fighting and to believe that there is always hope for a brighter future. It is a reminder to stand back up, to be strong, and to declare one's freedom.


Line by Line Meaning

There is hope
Even in the midst of difficult circumstances, there is still hope for a better future.


Even as the tears fall on your lips
Even while you are crying and going through difficult times.


Even as you take another sip
Even while you may be turning to vices like drinking to cope with your problems.


And cough from all you smoked the night before
Even while you may be suffering the consequences of unhealthy habits like smoking.


Didn't lose the war
Despite going through tough times and facing challenges, you have not given up and are still fighting.


So stand back up and be a man
Pick yourself up, be strong and resilient, and face your challenges head-on.


Hold yourself complete again
Regain your confidence, and feel whole and complete.


And say the words
Speak your truth and believe in yourself.


I am free, I am free
You have overcome your struggles and feel liberated.


It's the sound of peace
You feel at peace and content with yourself and your life.


Even when all you got is a box of flowers
Despite having very little, you can still find joy in small things like a simple box of flowers.


They gave you as they held you to the crown
You were lifted up and supported by those around you.


But over the hills going out shout
You are free to express yourself and shout out to the world.


Spill up, break heavy grounds
You have overcome obstacles and paved the way for yourself.


Angels dress, they dance around
You feel like you are surrounded by positive energy and are supported by a higher power.


You can hear it, you can feel it
You can sense the freedom and liberation in the air.


The sounds say
The environment and circumstances around you communicate your feeling of liberation and freedom.


And it's the rhythm, sweet freedom
Freedom has its own beat and rhythm, and it is a wonderful feeling.


I was so dumb
You may have made mistakes in the past, but you have learned from them.


They held me to the ground
You may have felt stuck or held down in the past.


But I am free now
You have broken free from your past struggles and are now liberated.


I'm free now, oh I...
You can't help but express your feeling of liberation.


But now I'm free
You have finally arrived at a point in your life where you feel free and liberated.


There is hope
Even when you may face other struggles in the future, you know that there is always hope, and you can overcome them.




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Nelson Scola

There is hope
Even as the tears fall on your lips
Even as you take another sip
And cough from all you smoked the night before
Didn't lose the war
So stand back up and be a man
Hold yourself complete again
And say the words

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, there is laughs
Even when all you got is a box of flowers
They gave you as they held you to the crown

But over the hills going out shout
Spill up, break heavy grounds
Angels dress, they dance around
You can hear it, you can feel it
The sounds say

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace

And it's the rhythm, sweet freedom
I was so dumb
They held me to the ground
But I am free now
I'm free now, oh I...
I...But now I'm free

But now I'm free, oh

There is hope
Even as the tears fall on my lips
Even as I take another sip
And cough from all I've smoked the night before
I didn't lose the war
I'll stand back up and be a man
Hold myself complete again
And say the words
I am free
I am free
It's the sound of peace



Jack Flores

Lyrics of the song.
There is hope
Even as the tears fall on your lips
Even as you take another sip
And cough from all you smoked the night before
Didn't lose the war
So stand back up and be a man
Hold yourself complete again
And say the words

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, there is laughs
Even when all you got is a box of flowers
They gave you as they held you to the crown

But over the hills going out shout
Spill up, break heavy grounds
Angels dress, they dance around
You can hear it, you can feel it
The sounds say

I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace
Yeah, I am free, I am free
It's the sound of peace

And it's the rhythm, sweet freedom
I was so dumb
They held me to the ground
But I am free now
I'm free…



All comments from YouTube:

Dutty Winehouse

she is legend material like honestly why dont people appreciate such artistry?ugh 

Ismail Meziani

Words cannot describe how amazing this song is and how Grandiose Rebecca is.

igorsutak

Rebecca, your voice is like from a different time...and I mean that in a good way. It sounds like something magical

TASIAawful1

Totally agree, her voice is so different from everyone else...She is truly amazing.

Augusto F.

Totally agree, Rebecca's voice sounds magical. This is my favorite song so far, incredible lyrics, melody, meaning 💙

Kurt N

Your voice is liquid gold. This isn't your first time on stage. You've been there before, a natural. You hit the ground running. A classic beauty, a classic voice. You let us look inside your soul. There is a beautiful person inside.

Ossie Ibin-Ibrahim

Saw her live for the first time this year, she is amazing ! If you get the chance to see her live, you have to do it , stunning !!

00inwiththenew00

Her voice has so much depth. Captivating. And I love how she still has that bashful smile after completing a song.

BG Wells ZRX

I've just bought tickets to see her for the 2nd time. Quite simply She is an outstandingly talented and beautiful artist who deserves to get much much more recognition than she gets. When you consider the rubbish that is dished up in the charts...she is a diamond and easily outshines those 'considered' ..'superstars'??!!  

Rodolfo Filippone

incredible voice, it's a pleasure to hear it

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