Freedoms Not Free | Story Behind Song

After writing two songs for other family members, I didn’t want to leave one of them out. “Ride” was written for my sister and “Funky Animals” was written for her youngest son. My sister’s eldest son, an aspiring Marine and ardent, conservative patriot was my target audience. I had the luxury of asking the other two what they wanted in their song but I wanted the song for this young man to be a surprise for his High School Graduation. Knowing he likes his scream-o, metal music on sonic boom, I decided to take my creative juices in a completely different direction. I knew the song had to have attitude and metal. It was a new sound for me vocally and quite challenging to deviate from my more common vocal nuances.

For Which It Stands

This is the inspiration for this song. My nephew is a very outspoken person when it comes to what he believes. We have had many conversations about how some Americans take Freedom for granted. As a Veteran myself, I have strong feelings about burning the very flag I served to defend, and taking a knee when the National Anthem is presented, a song I often proudly sing. Do what ever you feel you need to do but don’t try to take my constitutional rights away. Yes, conversations like this. I thought about these conversations with him. Besides, this kid has spent several summers with us so I think I know where he stands on these issues. As the lyrics evolved, I realized I was writing the song for myself just as much as I was writing the song for him. I am proud to have served this Nation, and I would do it again to protect Freedom. The freedom we all have and should never take for granted. After all “I have my reasons I push the limits.” Shout out to all the Veterans who have served or who are currently serving. Thank you for your sacrifice and commitment.

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“Freedoms Not Free” Lyrics

Verse 1 I – have my reasons I – push the limits Writing – history for My home – of liberty Chorus 1 Don’t you judge me, don’t you hate me Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free This is my time, my legacy Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free Verse 2 You – have the answers But you – take for granted Honor – Integrity Sacrifice – loyalty Chorus 2 Don’t you judge me, don’t you hate me Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free This is my time, my legacy Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free Don’t burn my flag with supremacy Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free Face the battle, the treachery Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free Bridge (Guitar Solo) Verse 3 I – swear to protect I – have to defend From our enemies Fighting – victory Chorus 3 Don’t you judge me, don’t you hate me Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free This is my time, my legacy Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free End Tag To keep my rights from being taken Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free I got to fight for what is sacred Freedom’s not free, Freedom’s not free[/lgc_column]

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Freedoms Not Free © 2018 Judith Baker (ASCAP) | Publisher LeBaker Music (ASCAP) | Music, Lyrics, Background Vocals, Production and Sound Recording by Judith Baker | All Rights Reserved

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