Free to Decide

The Cranberries

About Free to Decide

"Free to Decide" is a 1996 song recorded by the Irish band The Cranberries, the second single from their third studio album To the Faithful Departed. The song achieved minor chart success in most of the European countries where it was released, but it saw its greatest success in Canada, peaking at number two on the RPM Top Singles chart. On the US charts, it peaked at number twenty-two on the Billboard Hot 100 and number eight on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. In 2017, the song was released as an acoustic version on the band's Something Else album.  


Year:
1996
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It's not worth anything more
Than it is at all
I live as I choose
Or I will not live at all
So return to where to where you came from
Return to where you dwell
Because harassment's not my forte
But you do it bloody well
And I'm free to decide
I'm free to decide
And I'm not so suicidal after all
You must have nothing more
With your time to do
There's a war in Russia and Sarajevo too
So to hell with all your thinking
And to hell with your narrow mind
You're so distracted from the real thing
You should leave your life behind
'Cause I'm free to decide
Free to decide
And I'm not so suicidal after all
I'm free to decide.

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The Cranberries

The Cranberries are an Irish rock band formed in Limerick in 1989. The band consists of vocalist Dolores O'Riordan, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan and drummer Fergal Lawler. Although widely associated with alternative rock, the band's sound also incorporates indie pop, post-punk, Irish folk and pop rock elements. more »

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Written by: Dolores Mary O'Riordan

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13 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Free to Decide" is a song by The Cranberries, a renowned Irish rock band that dominated the global music scene in the mid-1990s.
Album History
The song is part of the band's third album called "To the Faithful Departed," which was released in 1996.
Chart Performance
"Free to Decide" ranked #22 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts, demonstrating its popularity among listeners.
Global Recognition
Internationally, the song reached top 10 positions in several countries including Australia, Canada, Iceland, and the UK.
Meaning and Theme
The song "Free to Decide" is an anthem about freedom and the power of choice, reflecting the band's recurrent themes of self-empowerment and individuality.
Songwriting Credit
Like most of the band's songs, "Free to Decide" was written by The Cranberries' lead vocalist, Dolores O'Riordan.
Performance Style
The song showcases Dolores O'Riordan's signature style of Yodel-ay-ee-dee vocal style that defines the band's unique sound.
Media Appearance
"Free to Decide" was notably featured in the ninth episode of the second season of the popular TV show "Charmed," amplifying its mainstream appeal.
Song Duration
With a duration of 4 minutes and 25 seconds, the song is one of the longer tracks on the "To the Faithful Departed" album.
Critical Reception
Despite experiencing decent commercial success, "Free to Decide" faced mixed critical reception upon its release, primarily due to its deviation from the band's well-known alternative rock style.
Inspiration
In several interviews, O'Riordan disclosed that the song was a response to extreme media scrutiny and her struggle with fame's impact on her personal life.
Music Video
The music video for "Free to Decide" features dolores in a series of surreal and dreamy landscapes, underlying the ethereal quality of the song.
Enduring Popularity
Despite being over 25 years old, "Free to Decide" continues to maintain its popularity, being frequently played on '90s and alternative rock radio stations around the world.

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