Let Freedom Ring
The Gaithers Lyrics


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Deep within the heart has always known that there was freedom
Somehow breathed into the very soul of life
The prisoner, the powerless, the slave have always known it
There's something that keeps reaching for the sky

And even life begins because a baby fights for freedom
And songs we love to sing have freedom's theme
Some have walked through fire and flood to find a place of freedom
And some faced hell itself for freedom's dream

Let freedom ring wherever minds know what it means to be in chains
Let freedom ring wherever hearts know pain
Let freedom echo through the lonely streets where prisons have no key
We can be free and we can sing, let freedom ring

God built freedom into every fiber of creation
And He meant for us to all be free and whole
When my Lord bought freedom with the blood of His redemption
His cross stamped pardon on my very soul

I'll sing it out with every breath, I'll let the whole world hear it
This hallelujah anthem of the free
That iron bars and heavy chains can never hold us captive
The Son has made us free and free indeed

Let freedom ring down through the ages from a hill called Calvary
Let freedom ring wherever hearts know pain
Let freedom echo through the lonely streets where prisons have no key
You can be free and you can sing let freedom ring
Let freedom echo through the lonely streets where prisons have no key




You can be free and you can sing let freedom ring
You can be free and you can sing, let freedom ring, let freedom ring

Overall Meaning

In "Let Freedom Ring," The Gaithers delve into the concept of freedom as a deeply ingrained desire within the human spirit. They acknowledge that throughout history, those who have been oppressed or imprisoned have always known that there is something fundamentally wrong with having one's freedom taken away. However, the song also suggests that this desire for freedom transcends physical bondage and can be found in every aspect of life. Babies fighting for their first breath, individuals overcoming adversity, and humanity as a whole seeking to break free from the chains of sin are all examples of this universal longing.


The song is ultimately a celebration of the freedom that is found in Christ's love and sacrifice on the cross. The Gaithers proclaim that it is this freedom that truly sets us free, allowing us to live our lives unfettered by sin and the things that once held us captive. As believers, we have the ultimate freedom to be who God created us to be, and this truth is worth celebrating.


Line by Line Meaning

Deep within the heart has always known that there was freedom
Freedom is inherent within every human being, something that is felt deeply in the soul.


Somehow breathed into the very soul of life
The concept of freedom is an integral part of existence itself.


The prisoner, the powerless, the slave have always known it
Oppressed individuals throughout history have recognized the importance of freedom.


There's something that keeps reaching for the sky
People have an innate desire to aspire to something greater, including the realization of freedom.


And even life begins because a baby fights for freedom
The desire for freedom is so fundamental that it begins in infancy, as part of the instinct for survival.


And songs we love to sing have freedom's theme
Freedom has been an enduring theme in music that resonates with people.


Some have walked through fire and flood to find a place of freedom
Some individuals have made great sacrifices to attain their freedom.


And some faced hell itself for freedom's dream
Some people have endured unimaginable horrors to achieve emancipation.


Let freedom ring wherever minds know what it means to be in chains
Freedom should be celebrated wherever individuals understand what it means to be oppressed.


Let freedom ring wherever hearts know pain
Freedom should be cherished wherever people have suffered due to their lack of it.


Let freedom echo through the lonely streets where prisons have no key
Freedom should resound in places where people are incarcerated without just cause.


We can be free and we can sing, let freedom ring
We have the ability to embrace our freedom and celebrate it with joy.


God built freedom into every fiber of creation
The desire for and attainment of freedom is part of God's larger plan for humanity.


And He meant for us to all be free and whole
God's intention is for every person to experience a state of complete liberty and wellbeing.


When my Lord bought freedom with the blood of His redemption
Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross facilitated the establishment of true freedom.


His cross stamped pardon on my very soul
Through Christ's sacrifice, our souls are absolved of the sin that impedes our freedom.


I'll sing it out with every breath, I'll let the whole world hear it
I will proudly proclaim the message of freedom to everyone I encounter.


This hallelujah anthem of the free
The message of freedom is one that should be celebrated joyfully.


That iron bars and heavy chains can never hold us captive
Nothing can fully restrict or diminish our desire for, and attainment of, freedom.


The Son has made us free and free indeed
Through Christ's sacrifice, we have truly achieved our liberty and emancipation.


Let freedom ring down through the ages from a hill called Calvary
The establishment of freedom through Christ's sacrifice has eternal significance.


You can be free and you can sing let freedom ring
It is possible for all people to enjoy freedom and to celebrate it passionately.


You can be free and you can sing let freedom ring
It is possible for all people to enjoy freedom and to celebrate it passionately.


You can be free and you can sing, let freedom ring, let freedom ring
We should all embrace our liberty and assert our right to enjoy it.




Lyrics © MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: GLORIA GAITHER, WILLAM J. GAITHER

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@redstateforever

When you have freedom in Jesus, no tyrant on earth will ever truly oppress you.

@texetera

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@tyttebarnsen7482

sadly yes i have been oppress in all my live

@thedynamicsolo4232

5:07 Where DP belts out "LEEEEEETTTT" you see Russ Taff jumping up and down. That is vocal excellence!!!

@ToniM10

That's called the Holy Ghost man!!!!...
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@ElenTuf

Check out the guy behind him, his face is gobsmacked!!! LOVE it!!!

@TheMistysFavs

My FAVORITE part of this video! But WILL we ever sing about freedom again?

@ahveiseilah2537

@ElenTuf Just a young Jason Crabb.. =D

@Wxlkie

Effortlessly

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@pamllewellyn8029

Does anyone else back up this video to 4:40, when Guy just nails his solo part? And then David brings it on home!!! (I do it about 5 times each time!)This is one of the best renditions, ever! God Bless you, GVB!! Pray for freedom!!

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