46664 (Long Road To Freedom)
U2 · Other Songs - U2
It's a long walk, long walk to freedom
Freedom rises from the killing floor
No lock of iron or rivet can restrain the door
And no kind of army can hope to win a war
It's like trying to stop the rain or still the lion's roar
Long walk, long walk to freedom
It's a long walk, long walk to freedom
It's like trying to stop the whirlwind scattering seeds and spores
Like trying to stop the tin cans rapping out jailhouse semaphore
They know when your hands are manacled its your spirit that gets raw
It's not the small little patch of sky you see, as if your visions soar
Long walk, long walk to freedom
It's a long walk, long walk to freedom
When freedom arise from the killing floor
No lock of iron can restrain the door
Can't stop the rain nor lions that roar
No time for bad a-wind, scatter seeds and spore
Small part of sky, more visions are soar
First six waves come, seventh break shore
Where the rock is heavy, come the purest core
Like a-looking at the future, what is in store
What's in store, what's in store (yeah-ay-ay-ay, day by day)
What's in store, what's in store (woah today) / no, no, no, no
In the standards of the colors don't forget the human core
In townships of humanity there would be no poor
From where the rock is heavy comes the purest ore
The first six waves might break in the bay,
the seventh breaks on the shore
It's a long road to freedom
It's a long road to freedom
It's a long road to freedom
It's a long road to freedom
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46664 (Long Road To Freedom)
Released in 1992, "46664 (Long Road To Freedom)" stands as a pivotal track in U2's evolution from post-punk revival to expansive rock. The song features the band's signature layered vocals and driving rhythms, marking a departure from the raw energy of their earlier work toward a more polished, anthemic sound. It was recorded during the sessions for the album *Achtung Baby*, which redefined the group's musical identity and solidified their status as global icons. The track explores themes of resilience and the journey toward liberation, delivered with a melodic intensity that became a staple of their live performances. Its enduring popularity reflects its role in shaping modern alternative rock and demonstrating U2's ability to blend personal narrative with universal themes.