You Make Me Feel So Free

Van Morrison

About You Make Me Feel So Free

"You Make Me Feel So Free" is a song written by Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison and recorded on his 1979 album, Into the Music. Biographer Johnny Rogan writes about the song "It seems that the surer the singer is of his message, the clearer is his enunciation, and that he is more prone to chew on his words when he is less confident in the song itself. This seems true of "You Make Me Feel So Free", though the message of the title seems clear enough. There are musical compensations in David Hayes' bubbling bass and Pee Wee Ellis' saxophone solo. " 


Year:
1979
4:09
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Some people spend their time just runnin' round in circles, always chasing
Some exotic bird
I prefer to spend some time just listening for that special something
That I've never-ever heard
I like a new song to sing, another show or somewhere entirely different to be
But baby, you make me feel so free

And so I yearn for mistress calling me
That's the muse, that's the muse
But we only burn up with that passion when there's absolutely nothing
Left to lose
I make it to spring and there's no bed of roses
It's just more hard work and bad company
But baby you make me feel so free

All right
(You make me feel so free)
I heard them say that you can have your cake and eat it
But all I wanted was one free lunch
How can I eat it when the man that's next to me
Now, he grabbed it, Lord, he beat me, he beat me to the punch

How can I even talk about freedom when you know
Oh, it's sweet mystery, but baby, you, you
You make me feel so free

I'm gonna lay my cards just right down on the table and spin the wheel
And roll the dice
And whatever way it comes out, and whatever way it turns out, baby you know
Well, that's the price
Well, I'll order again there's no need to explain
I just need somewhere to dump all my negativity

But baby, remember, you make me feel so free

What ya say what you say, what you say, what you say, what you say?
(You make me feel so free)
What ya say what you say, what you say, what you say, what you say?
(You make me feel so free) oh, yeah, baby, say it again
Say it, say it, say it, say it again
(You make me feel so free) oh, you make me feel so free
So doggone free

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Van Morrison

Van Morrison, OBE (born George Ivan Morrison; 31 August 1945) is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. His live performances at their best are described as transcendental, while some of his recordings, such as the studio albums Astral Weeks and Moondance and the live album It's Too Late to Stop Now, are critically acclaimed and appear at the top of many greatest album lists. more »

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Artist Background
"You Make Me Feel So Free" is a song by Northern Irish singer-songwriter, Van Morrison. Known for his unique voice and blending of various musical genres, Van Morrison has made a significant impact on the music industry.
Album Information
The song is part of his 1979 album titled "Into the Music." This album is widely recognized as one of his best and most spiritually engaged works.
Song Theme
The song is an ode to love and the freedom it brings. It reflects Van Morrison's recurring theme of exploring spiritual and transcendental moments through his music.
Lyrics
It was written by Van Morrison himself, and showcases his lyrical genius.
Released
"You Make Me Feel So Free" was released alongside the album "Into the Music" in August 1979.
Critical Recognition
"Into the Music" was voted as the top album of the year in the Village Voice Pazz & Jop Critics Poll.
Musical Style
The song showcases Van Morrison's diverse musical influences, blending R&B, soul, folk, and Celtic elements.
Performances
Van Morrison frequently performed "You Make Me Feel So Free" live in his concerts throughout his career.
Vocals
The song is a good example of Van Morrison’s vocal range and distinctive singing style, which has been acclaimed as emotional, expressive, and powerful.
Instrumentation
Accompanied by a full band, Van Morrison used a variety of different instruments in this song including the saxophone, organ and piano.
As an Influencer
Like most of his work, "You Make Me Feel So Free" has influenced many other singer-songwriters and musicians.
Lyrical Allusions
Like many of his songs, this track contains several poetic lyrics that subtly reference his inspirations and influences, such as God and nature.

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