Freedom
Alice Cooper
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We the people of the United States In order to form a more perfect union Stop pretending that you've never been bad You're never wrong and you've never been dirty You're such a saint, that ain't the way we see you Ah, You want to rule us with an iron hand You change the lyrics and become Big Brother This ain't Russia, you ain't my Dad or Mother (They never knew anyway) 'Cause I never walk away from what I know is right But I'm gonna turn my back on you Freedom, we're gonna ring the bell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom, raise your fist and yell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom ring Ah You're playing God from your ivory tower Back off preacher, I don't care if it's Sunday I ain't no angel, but I've never felt better We're a make-up metal generation We're not as stupid as you want to make us You better leave us, man 'Cause you sure can't take us Oh nobody better tell you how to live your life Or you gotta do it on your own Freedom, we're gonna ring the bell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom, raise your fist and yell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom yeah Oh yeah 'Cause I never walk away from what I know is right But I'm gonna turn my back on you Freedom, we're gonna ring the bell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom, raise your fist and yell Freedom Freedom, we're gonna ring the bell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom, raise your fist and yell Freedom Freedom, we're gonna ring that bell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom, come on, raise your fist and yell Freedom Come on, yell Come on, yell Freedom to rock, freedom to talk Freedom Make a fist Make a fist Make a fist Freedom And yell
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Written by: JAMIE ROBERTS, CYNDI HALL, JAMIEL FOSTER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Freedom" is a song from the 16th solo studio album of Alice Cooper named "Raise Your Fist and Yell".
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Release DateThe album was released in September 1987, and "Freedom" subsequently got recognized as one of its notable tracks.
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GenreThe song falls under the Hard Rock genre, showcasing Alice Cooper's energetic and theatrical style.
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Lyric CompositionLike many of Alice Cooper's songs, "Freedom" features lyrics that powerfully depict a fight for individuality and independence.
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Album SuccessThe "Raise Your Fist and Yell" album, which features "Freedom," is considered one of Cooper's heavier albums. It peaked at number 93 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Track Listing"Freedom" is the first track on the B-side of the record, following the trend of powerful, high-energy songs typically used to kick off an album side.
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Video DirectionA music video was created for "Freedom," directed by Marty Callner, who known for his work with Aerosmith, Whitesnake, Poison and many other big names in the rock industry during the 80s and 90s.
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Defining Era"Freedom" is notable as it represents Cooper's transition into more politically charged content, which became a hallmark of his later career.
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Tour Performance"Freedom" is a staple song performed during Alice Cooper's live concerts, showcasing his onstage persona and theatrical hard rock performances.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has cultural importance, symbolizing an era of the fight for freedom and rebellion against authority, which was a common theme in the late 80s rock music scene.
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