Free

Estelle

About Free

"Free" is the second solo single by British singer-songwriter Estelle taken from her debut album The 18th Day. The song features a rap from So Solid Crew's Megaman. It preceded the album's release by two weeks. In "Free", Estelle raps and sings about living life in a positive way, spreading love, being yourself and working hard to achieve the most you can in life. Released on 4 October 2004, it peaked at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart and was Estelle's second consecutive solo top-twenty hit, peaking only one place lower than her previous single "1980". The single was less successful than its predecessor in Australia, peaking outside the top 40 at number 49. It was the final single release from the album in Australia. In Ireland, the song reached number 50. 


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2008
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Ok (Ok) U.K get up
Mega. listen
Everyone put ya fists in the air now
(air now, air now, air now)
Everyone put ya fists in the air now(air now, air now)

Everyone put ya fists in the air now,
Bounce on ya feet like they every can scream ya (ow)
This is the start oh the start of the new year,
Get out ya boots get ready to start this hit
Get out ya house do somethin' with why'self
Put down the weed prove somethin' to why'self
This is out to the ladies and gents
Tryna do for themselves

You could say that this life is a laugh,
I would say it's cool but we here it a lot,
So, fix up be true to why'self
Save up for a ring or a belt or,
Year's young and the night's are blazin'
Cause your heavy and old and say your achin'
You wanna easier life?
You should go to Iraq and talk about love

Cause we only get one life, and then it's gone for good,
And your the only one who seems to be stopping you,
So when you step make sure it's true and take your time,

Free!
Don't think about being less than yourself,
Free!
Begging to people, never good for your health,
Free!
Don't have to kill no-one or have to steal,
From no-one, in life,

Ain't nothin' to make a change or two,
Nuttin' to nuttin' to break chains over you
Yeah your spittin' but I break out you
Now, shame, your lookin' at my rent house people,
Boyz it's somethin' that the boyz go through
Y'all steady, this steppin' is what the boyz go through

Don't think about being less than yourself,

Lemme see what came through fresh class
Steady you're free you go and throw these up, up
New season, beat the new boy up, up
Better stay on the ground till ya times up, up
Make ya mind up, up

Free!
Don't think about being less than yourself,
Free!
Begging to people, never good for your health,
Free!
Don't have to kill no-one or have to steal,
From no-one, in life,

Free!
Don't think about being less than yourself,
Free!
Begging to people, never good for your health,
Free!
Don't have to kill no-one or have to steal,
From no-one, in life,
(Through this life)

This is a dog eat dog world
But it belongs to the man,
But it's not without the love
Of a woman's understanding
Hurting ourselves for no reason that you have,
Was already yours, anyway,
If you see somebody I want you to smile instead of frown,
Just because they look angry
Don't mean they wanna beat you down,
And it, don't cost you nothing
But you pay for a gun,
Kill our sisters and sons,
People we need to be

Free!

Said we're Free, to live and love again
To your mum or your sister, brother or friend,
This can be solved, just find it in your soul,
Come get your Free, come get your Free-dom,
For all people!

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Estelle

Estelle Fanta Swaray (born 18 January 1980) is a British singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer, and actress from West London, England. Estelle is known for her eclectic mix of various musical genres including R&B, soul, reggae, grime, hip hop and dance.[citation needed] She has experienced mainstream success with the single "American Boy" featuring Kanye West, reaching number 1 in the United Kingdom, and her collaboration with David Guetta in "One Love". Estelle has released several critically acclaimed records and received a Grammy Award. She has collaborated with artists including John Legend, Robin Thicke, Rick Ross, Chris Brown, will.i.am, Kanye West and De La Soul. Since 2013, she voices the fictional character Garnet in th… more »

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Written by: ORHAN TERZI, TOMMASO DE DONATIS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Free" by Estelle was released on 4th October 2004.
Album Info
This song is included in Estelle’s debut album named “The 18th Day” which was released in 2004.
Chart Performance
"Free" achieved considerable success on the UK Singles Chart, where it peaked at No. 25.
Genre
Estelle's "Free" combines elements of distinctive genres like R&B, soul, and hip hop, demonstrating her musical versatility.
Video Director
The music video for "Free" was directed by famed director Andy Hylton, whose credits also include music videos for artists such as Craig David and Alesha Dixon.
Advocacy
This song was used as the title track for UK’s breast cancer charity campaign "Fashion Targets Breast Cancer" which Estelle actively supported.
Record Label
This song and the entire album were launched under the UK label V2 Records, which has played host to a number of famous artists, such as Tom Jones and Moby.
Songwriting
Besides Estelle herself, the other credited songwriters for "Free" are Kevin Veney, Loren Hill, and Keith Harris. They are known for their contribution to the development of contemporary R&B and hip-hop music.
Production
The success of "Free" is also attributed to its producers Johnny Douglas and Keith Harris, known for producing successful songs for other artists in the genre.
Critical Reception
The music critics acclaimed the song's catchy chorus, soulful melody, and Estelle's emotive and powerful vocal delivery.

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