Freedom Ain’t Free
by Marie Hopkinson
Song Details
| Duration | 2:59 |
| BPM | 84 |
| Key | C Major |
| Tempo | relaxed, andante |
| Genre | Downtempo Electronic / Cinematic Pop |
| Sounds Like | Sade · Portishead · Lana Del Rey · AURORA |
| Vocals | Female, moody & atmospheric |
| Year | 2022 |
Themes & Moods
MOOD / FEEL: MOODY · ATMOSPHERIC · REFLECTIVE · DARK
THEMES: Protest · Freedom of Speech · Cost of Freedom · Moral Dilemma · Heroes Journey
About “Freedom Ain’t Free”
“Freedom Ain’t Free” is a moody, atmospheric and reflective protest song by Marie Hopkinson that explores the real cost of freedom, freedom of speech, and the moral choices we face when standing up for what we believe. With haunting lyrics and cinematic production, the song asks powerful questions about reality, truth and the price we pay to be free.
Perfect for music supervisors looking for a protest song for protest scenes, wartime reflection, freedom of speech moments, heroes journey arcs and moral dilemma storylines in film, TV and commercials.
Lyrics
What is freedom if I can’t say what I mean What is reality if it’s something in between Can you shine a light in the dark so I can see Make the madness somehow make sense to me I don’t want to be in a fight, But we are lets face it This aint the time to let go I don’t want to live in the dark, but we could lets face it And we’ll have nothing to show Freedom, it aint really free That thing never made much sense to me Till now Feel the fight every day that I know but I know it's not the time to let go I don’t want to be in a fight, But we are lets face it This 'aint the time to let go I don’t want to live in the dark, but we could lets face it And we’ll have nothing to show Only you can free yourself You don’t have to hide yourself Don’t give them your power Don't let them take another hour I don’t want to be in a fight, But we are lets face it This 'aint the time to let go I don’t want to live in the dark, but we could lets face it And we’ll have nothing to show
Ideal For Sync Licensing
- Protest and freedom scenes
- Wartime and cost of war moments
- Freedom of speech and civil rights storylines
- Heroes journey and moral dilemma arcs
- Atmospheric, reflective protest sequences
- One stop clearance, 100% master and 100% publishing control: Marie Hopkinson
Frequently Asked Questions – Music Supervisors
Is “Freedom Ain’t Free” a protest song?
Yes. It is a moody, atmospheric protest song that explores the true cost of freedom and the fight to be heard.
Is this song suitable for freedom of speech scenes?
Yes. It works equally well for any freedom of speech storyline — whether the character is fighting for the right to speak, questioning authority, or standing up for personal truth.
Does this song suit wartime or cost-of-war scenes?
Yes. The reflective tone and lyrics about the price of freedom make it ideal for wartime reflection, moral dilemma, and the personal cost of conflict.
Is this song suitable for heroes journey or moral dilemma storylines?
Yes. It captures the internal struggle and moral choices central to hero’s journey and moral dilemma arcs.