Freedom
Wham · Other Songs - Wham
People saying that you're no good for me
saw your lover with another
And she's making a fool of you
Oh
If you love me baby
you'd deny it
But you left me
And tell me
I should try it
Tell me I'm a baby
And I don't understand
But to know that I'll forgive you
Just this once, twice, forever
'Cause baby
You could take me to hell and back
Just as long as we're together
And you do
I don't want your freedom
I don't want to play around
I don't want nobody baby
Part-time love just brings me down
I don't want your freedom
Girl all I want right now is you
Like a prisoner who has his own key
But I can't escape until you love me
I just go from day to day
Knowing all about the other boys
You take my hand and tell me I'm a fool
To give you all I do
Bet you someday
Baby
Someone says the same to you
But you know that I'll forgive you
Just this once, twice, forever
'Cause baby
You could take me to hell and back
Just as long as we're together
And you do
Oh
I don't want your freedom
I don't want to play around
I don't want nobody baby
Part-time love just brings me down
I don't need your freedom
Girl all I want right now is you
But to know that I'll forgive you
Just this once, twice, forever
'Cause baby
You could take me to hell and back
Just as long as we're together
And you do
I don't want your freedom
I don't need to play around
I don't want nobody baby
Part-time love just brings me down
I don't want your
(I don't want your)
I don't want your
(I don't want your)
I don't want your
(I don't want your)
I don't want your
(I don't want your)
Oh...
Freedom - Wham!
Released in 1984, "Freedom" stands as a defining track in the evolution of pop music, marking a pivotal shift toward a more polished and radio-friendly sound for Wham!. Unlike the band's earlier, rawer material, this recording showcases George Michael's sophisticated songwriting and George Harrison's distinctive guitar work, blending new wave aesthetics with melodic pop sensibilities. The song was a commercial success, reaching the top of the UK Singles Chart and becoming a staple of the era's summer playlists. Its enduring appeal lies in its infectious rhythm and the seamless chemistry between the two frontmen, solidifying Wham!'s status as one of the most influential acts of the 1980s. The track remains a cultural touchstone, frequently covered and sampled, testament to its timeless quality and the band's ability to craft anthems that transcend their specific moment in time.