Story Behind The Song
this song was written as a tribute to the heroes of 9-11. Songwriting was the only way I could express myself after this tragic day, and His Name was Freedom is a result of my feelings.
Song Description
It's about that tragic day and how we will survive - no matter what. Freedom was hurt, but not broken, and will live on and on ...
| Song Length |
4:22 |
Genre |
Unique - Patriotic, Country - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Exultant |
Subject |
Freedom, Country, Nation |
| Similar Artists |
Kenny Rogers, Michael Bolton |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
HIS NAME WAS FREEDOM
On the way to work one morning, at an outdoor cafe
Sitting down to drink my coffee, something made me look away
When I turned my head, I saw him
He was staggering around - looking lost
But maybe he was found.
So I offered him some water, and he quickly drank it down
He said he'd been in battle in that beautiful, new town
Then he showed me what he held onto - it was red, white and blue
And I knew he was fighting for me and you.
His name was, "Freedom' in America - Freedom
He was hurt, but he couldn't be broken. He would never give in!
His name was, "Freedom" in America - Freedom
And he'll live on and on...
I asked him, "You from around here?" Said he lives in every land
From the heights of Colorado, to the depths of Florida's sand
And I thought he looked familiar - like a long lost high school friend
And I knew he'd be with us to defend.
Then he told me of his story - wouldn't believe what he had seen
From the best of human kindness - to the worst of human beings
But he felt his life transforming, right before his very eyes
Seeing hope, through the dust and darkened skies.
His name was, "Freedom' in America - Freedom
He was hurt, but he couldn't be broken. He would never give in!
His name was, "Freedom" in America - Freedom
And he'll live on and on...
And I thought about this day
How the world would never be the same
Through my prayers, I heard him say
"We're so lucky to live in the U.S.A! The U.S.A!"
And I begged him not to leave us
He said he had to be movin' on
There were lots of people needing to feel the strength of his lovin' arms
So I thanked him for giving us courage - he said we'd had it deep inside
Through my tears, my heart was filled with endless pride!
His name was, "Freedom" in America, Freedom!
And he'll live on and on!
His name was, "Freedom" in America, Freedom!
We'll always sing this Freedom's song ...