Break My Chains
Sarah Connor Lyrics


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Walking down the old road
Walking in my old shoes
Eternally it seems to me
It don't matter to where I do run

I'm knocking on the same door
Gazing at the same clouds
But suddenly it seems to be so different
It feels like a change's gonna come

And now I can't wait to take off
And just fly to the sun

So if you try to stop me now
And if you come to tell me
You will hold me down
It's just because
You cannot understand
I've waited all my life
That's why I'll break my chains tonight

I'm gonna break my, break my chains

You tell me that you love me
Tell me that you need me
It ain't the truth
I'm feeling used
I'll make up my mind
And walk straight out the door

I never thought it would be so easy
To turn back no more

So if you try to stop me now
And if you come to tell me
You will hold me down
It's just because
You cannot understand
I've waited all my life
That's why I'll break my chains

And if you think this life's enough
Not more to say and even worse
Not more to love
That's just because
I have to spread my wings
And learn how to fly
That's why I'll break my chains tonight

This is the beginning not the end
And I am not afraid
I just pretend
Cause I don't wanna look like
I am stronger than anyone else here

But I can see my future bright and clear
And I can see my world with no more tears
But tell me what's a chance
If you don't take it
There's no use in a plan
If you don't make it
If you're tired of a rule
Just go out and break it

So if you try to stop me now
And if you come to tell me
You will hold me down
That's just because
I have to spread my wings
And learn how to fly
I'm gonna break my chains

I'm gonna break my chains
I'm gonna break my chains tonight





Break my chains

Overall Meaning

The song "Break My Chains" by Sarah Connor is about breaking free from the constraints and limitations that bind us to our old ways. The song opens with the singer recalling the old road and old shoes that she has been walking on forever. She feels trapped and yearns for change. Suddenly, everything feels different, signaling to her that change is coming, and she cannot wait to take off and fly to the sun. She is eager to break free and leave behind her old life, and she is not afraid to face what awaits her on the other side.


The chorus repeats the title of the song, emphasizing the singer's determination to break free from her chains. She boldly states that if anyone tries to stop her, it is because they cannot understand the depth of her longing to be free. She has waited all her life for this moment and will not let anyone hold her back. She knows that it will not be easy, but she is willing to take a chance and spread her wings, despite the possibility of failure.


The song reaches a climax when the singer realizes that this is just the beginning and not the end. Fear is not a factor; she is not afraid to pretend to be weaker than she is, to avoid intimidating others. She sees her future clearly, free and without tears. She urges the listener to take chances, make their plan work, and break the rules if that is what it takes to succeed in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Walking down the old road
I'm reflecting on my past and the experiences that have brought me to where I am now.


Walking in my old shoes
I'm revisiting the same path I've walked before, but now I have a different perspective.


Eternally it seems to me
My journey has felt never-ending and I've encountered many obstacles along the way.


It don't matter to where I do run
Regardless of where I go, my past and experiences continue to shape who I am.


I'm knocking on the same door
I'm returning to a familiar place, searching for something new.


Gazing at the same clouds
Even though the world around me has stayed the same, I see it differently now.


But suddenly it seems to be so different
A shift in perspective has allowed me to see things in a new light.


It feels like a change's gonna come
I sense a shift or transformation is on the horizon.


And now I can't wait to take off
I'm eager to embark on a new journey and experience the unknown.


And just fly to the sun
I'm ready to take risks and go after what I want, regardless of the potential consequences.


So if you try to stop me now
If someone tries to hold me back or discourage me from pursuing my dreams.


And if you come to tell me
If someone tries to offer unhelpful advice or convince me to stay put.


You will hold me down
Their words or actions will limit my potential and prevent me from living my life to the fullest.


It's just because
Their intentions may be good, but they don't understand my desires or vision for the future.


You cannot understand
They don't comprehend the depth of my desire to break free from the past and pursue my dreams.


I've waited all my life
This is something I've dreamed of and worked towards for a long time.


That's why I'll break my chains tonight
I refuse to let anyone hold me back any longer - it's time for me to embrace my future and take control of my life.


You tell me that you love me
Even if someone claims to care about me, their actions may not align with their words.


Tell me that you need me
They may try to manipulate or guilt me into staying put and not taking risks.


It ain't the truth
Their words are empty - their actions show otherwise.


I'm feeling used
Their motivations seem selfish and don't have my best interests in mind.


I'll make up my mind
I'll decide to take control of my life and pursue my dreams despite any opposition or discouragement.


And walk straight out the door
I'll leave my past behind and step boldly into the future.


I never thought it would be so easy
Breaking free of the past and pursuing my dreams can be difficult, but in the end, it's the right path forward.


To turn back no more
Once I've made the decision to pursue my dreams, I won't let doubt or hesitation creep in and discourage me.


And if you think this life's enough
If you believe living a mediocre, unfulfilling life is enough for you.


Not more to say and even worse
When there's nothing left to say, and things feel like they can't get any worse.


Not more to love
When you feel like you can't move forward because you don't see any hope or chance for love or happiness.


That's just because
But these obstacles and setbacks are not insurmountable and don't have to define my future.


I have to spread my wings
It's time for me to take risks, embrace the unknown, and fly towards my dreams.


And learn how to fly
Making mistakes and encountering obstacles is the only way to truly learn and grow - I'm ready to face whatever comes my way.


That's why I'll break my chains tonight
I'm taking control of my future and doing whatever it takes to break free from the limitations of the past.


This is the beginning not the end
Breaking free from the past and pursuing my dreams is only the start of a new, exciting journey.


And I am not afraid
I'm not letting fear or doubt hold me back from going after what I want.


I just pretend
Even if I may not feel confident or courageous all the time, I put on a brave face and continue moving forward.


Cause I don't wanna look like
I don't want others to see my weakness or doubt, so I pretend to be stronger than I feel.


I am stronger than anyone else here
I know that I have the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle and achieve my dreams.


But I can see my future bright and clear
Despite any uncertainty or fear, I can clearly envision a future that's full of possibility and excitement.


And I can see my world with no more tears
I'm leaving the pain and heartache of the past behind and looking forward to a future filled with joy and happiness.


But tell me what's a chance
What good is a possibility or opportunity if you don't take action to pursue it?


If you don't take it
If you miss the opportunity to pursue your dreams, you may never get another chance.


There's no use in a plan
Even the most well-crafted plan is useless if you don't take action to execute it.


If you don't make it
If you don't take action to make your plan a reality, it will remain nothing more than a dream.


If you're tired of a rule
If you're tired of living by someone else's expectations or standards.


Just go out and break it
It's up to you to take charge of your life and break free from the limitations that have been holding you back.


I'm gonna break my chains
I'm finally taking steps to break free from the past and pursue my dreams, no matter the cost.


And learn how to fly
I know I'll encounter obstacles along the way, but it's the only way to truly learn and grow.


I'm gonna break my chains tonight
I refuse to let anything hold me back any longer - I'm ready to soar towards my dreams and embrace whatever the future holds.


Break my chains
Breaking free from the past is the only way to truly embrace the future and achieve your dreams.




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