I Want To Break Free
Queen · Singles Collection 2 [2009]
I want to break free
I want to break free from your lies
You're so self-satisfied I don't need you
I've got to break free
God knows
God knows I want to break free
I've fallen in love
I've fallen in love for the first time
and this time I know it's for real
I've fallen in love
God knows
God knows I've fallen in love
It's strange but it's true
I can't get over the way you like me like you do
But I have to be sure when I walk out that door
Oh how I want to be free (there, there)
Oh how I want to be free
Oh how I want to break free
But life still goes on,
I can't get used to livin' without, livin' without, livin' without you by my side
I don't want to live alone
God knows
I've got to make it on my own
So baby can't you see
I've got to break free
I've got to break free
I want to break free
I want I want I want I want to break free
About I Want To Break Free
"I Want To Break Free" stands as a defining anthem from Queen's 1976 album *A Night At The Opera*, showcasing the band's signature blend of theatrical rock and operatic influences. Written by Freddie Mercury, the track explores themes of liberation and the struggle against societal expectations, delivered with a soaring melody and iconic guitar work by Brian May. The song's distinctive structure, featuring a dramatic build-up and a powerful chorus, exemplifies the progressive rock style that made Queen a global phenomenon. Its enduring popularity stems from its universal message of breaking free from constraints, making it a staple in live performances and a cultural touchstone for decades. The recording remains a testament to the band's ability to fuse complex musical arrangements with accessible, emotive songwriting.