"We Shall Be Free" is a song released by American Country Music artist Garth Brooks. It debuted on his fourth studio album The Chase and also appears on The Hits, The Limited Series, Double Live, and The Ultimate Hits. It reached #12 on the Billboard Country Charts in 1992. The song was written by Brooks and Stephanie Davis.
The Song
- Key: G Major
- Length: 3:48
What distinguishes "We Shall Be Free" from most traditional country songs is its gospel feel.
Story
An ordinary man imagines a world where all human beings are free from earthly oppresions. Topics covered in this social commentary include:
The Music Video
The music video for "We Shall Be Free" was directed by Timothy Miller. The video is filled with much powerful (disturbing to some) imagery. In the ending, the following statement is shown: This video is dedicated to the human spirit. Unbreakable. Relentless. Free. The music video for "We Shall Be Free" won Video of the Year at the 1993 Academy of Country Music awards.
Celebrities
In the introduction, numerous celebrities are depicted in a manner of seconds and appear throughout the video. They include:
Curiosities
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