I'm Free
daltrey roger Lyrics
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[Chorus:]
I'm free-I'm free,
And freedom tastes of reality,
I'm free-I'm free,
An' I'm waiting for you to follow me.
To reach the highest high,
You'd laugh and say 'nothing's that simple'
But you've been told many times before
Messiahs pointed to the door
And no one had the guts to leave the temple!
[Chorus:]
[Chorus:]
How can we follow?
How can we follow?
The lyrics of "I'm Free" by Daltrey Roger are an anthem to freedom, breaking out of society's constraints, and finding one's own path. The song's chorus "I'm free-I'm free, And freedom tastes of reality, I'm free-I'm free, An' I'm waiting for you to follow me" is a powerful statement about the importance of individuality and the courage it takes to embrace it.
The first verse of the song talks about the difficulty of reaching a state of true freedom. The singer says, "If I told you what it takes To reach the highest high, You'd laugh and say 'nothing's that simple'" which suggests that most people see freedom as an unattainable goal. However, the singer then chides those who have been too afraid to leave the "temple," metaphorically representing the societal norms and expectations that constrain us.
The second verse questions how we can follow the singer's lead and achieve freedom. The repeated line "How can we follow?" suggests that the path to freedom is ambiguous and unclear. However, the song ends on a note of hope, with the singer declaring his own freedom and waiting for others to join him.
Overall, "I'm Free" is a rallying cry for individuality and a rejection of societal expectations. It encourages listeners to break free of their constraints and embrace their authentic selves.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm free-I'm free,
I have finally broken free from the constraints that once held me back.
And freedom tastes of reality,
Being free is not just a concept, but a real and tangible experience that one can feel and taste.
I'm free-I'm free,
I am repeating my joy of being free, since it is such a remarkable experience.
An' I'm waiting for you to follow me.
I want to share this newfound freedom with you and encourage you to join me on this journey.
If I told you what it takes
If I were to explain the level of dedication and sacrifice required to attain such freedom...
To reach the highest high,
...to ascend to the highest level of existence...
You'd laugh and say 'nothing's that simple'
...you would probably dismiss it as an impossible feat or an oversimplification of the truth.
But you've been told many times before
However, many leaders or messiahs have spoken of this path in the past.
Messiahs pointed to the door
These leaders have pointed towards this path as a way towards freedom and inner peace.
And no one had the guts to leave the temple!
Despite these teachings, very few had the courage to actually pursue this path and leave their comfort zone or the familiarity of their current situation.
How can we follow?
After knowing all this, one might question the feasibility or the practicality of following this path.
How can we follow?
Furthermore, many might wonder how to find the strength and motivation to embark on such an arduous journey.
[Chorus:]
Repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the joy and celebration of newfound freedom, and the hope that others may join as well.
[Chorus:]
Repeating the chorus one more time to draw emphasis on the idea that freedom is real and attainable.
Lyrics © ABKCO MUSIC INC PETE TOWNSHEND CATALOG , FABULOUS MUSIC LTD , SPIRIT MUSIC GROUP
Written by: PETER TOWNSHEND
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