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I Want To Be Free
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Aug 3, 2026 updated
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Ellie Holcomb's song 'I Want To Be Free' is a heartfelt plea for liberation from sorrow, pain, fear, and doubt. The lyrics express a deep desire to experience the freedom and joy found in God's presence, using vivid imagery of birds singing, fish swimming, and children playing. The song conveys a longing for spiritual release and trust in God's constant presence. It encourages listeners to let go of burdens and embrace the peace that comes from faith. The overall message is one of hope and surrender, inviting God to set us free from all that holds us back.
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Roll away this stone
Roll away this sorrow
And take away this pain
That I've been holding on to, yeah
'Cause I want to be
Like the birds all singing in the trees
Oh, Lord, I want to be free
So take away this fear
Take away this doubt and
Let me know that You're here
That You're not going anywhere, yeah
'Cause I want to be
Like the fish all swimming in the sea
Oh, Lord, I want to be free
'Cause I want to be
Like the children playing in the breeze
Oh, Lord, I want to be free
Oh, my Lord, come and set us all free