Breakaway
Kelly Clarkson · The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement OST
And when the rain would fall down
I'd just stare out my window
Dreamin' of what could be
And if I'd end up happy
I would pray
Trying hard to reach out
But, when I tried to speak out
Felt like no one could hear me
Wanted to belong here
But something felt so wrong here
So I prayed I could break away
[chorus]
I'll spread my wings and I'll learn how to fly
I'll do what it takes till I touch the sky
And I'll make a wish, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Out of the darkness and into the sun
But, I won't forget all the ones that I love
I'll take a risk, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Wanna feel the warm breeze
Sleep under a palm tree
Feel the rush of the ocean
Get on board a fast train
Travel on a jetplane, far away
And break away
[chorus]
I'll spread my wings and I'll learn how to fly
I'll do what it takes till I touch the sky
And I'll make a wish, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Out of the darkness and into the sun
I won't forget all the ones that I love
I gotta take a risk, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Buildings with a hundred floors
Swinging round revolving doors
Maybe I don't know where they'll take me
But, gotta keep moving on, moving on
Fly away, break away
[chorus 2]
I'll spread my wings and I'll learn how to fly
Though it's not easy to tell you goodbye, gotta
Take a risk, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Out of the darkness and into the sun
But, I won't forget of the place I come from
I gotta take a risk, take a chance, make a change
And break away
Breakaway
Breakaway
Breakaway
Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" stands as a defining moment in her early career, showcasing her powerful vocal delivery within the pop-rock genre. Released as part of the soundtrack for The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, the track became a cultural touchstone that solidified Clarkson's status as a mainstream pop icon. The song's anthemic quality and emotional resonance reflect the artistic direction she would further explore on subsequent albums like My December and Stronger. As a recording, it captures the transition from her debut era into a more mature sound, emphasizing themes of independence and new beginnings. This work remains a staple in her discography, illustrating her ability to deliver uplifting melodies that connect deeply with audiences across different musical landscapes.