Freedom
Neil Young · 1989
61 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
Raw, gritty rock anthems collide with poignant lyrics, reflecting a turbulent social landscape in America.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks raw, gritty anthems for reflection engaging storytelling through varied pacing
- Context
- By 1989, Neil Young was in a phase of artistic reinvention after the commercial struggles of the 1980s. 'Freedom' marked his return to critical acclaim, following the underwhelming reception of his previous albums and his experimentation with various genres. This album is particularly notable as it features the hit 'Rockin’ in the Free World,' which revitalized his career.
- If you like
- alternative rock, blues, folk rock
Freedom is an album by Neil Young, released in 1989. Raw, gritty rock anthems collide with poignant lyrics, reflecting a turbulent social landscape in America. 'Freedom' reached number 20 on the Billboard 200 and is recognized for its critical success, including a four-star review from Rolling Stone. The album's lead single, 'Rockin’ in the Free World,' became an anthem for a generation, capturing themes of disillusionment and social critique that resonated throughout the late 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Freedom sound like?
Raw, gritty rock anthems collide with poignant lyrics, reflecting a turbulent social landscape in America. Rooted in alternative rock and blues.
What makes Freedom by Neil Young notable?
'Freedom' reached number 20 on the Billboard 200 and is recognized for its critical success, including a four-star review from Rolling Stone. The album's lead single, 'Rockin’ in the Free World,' became an anthem for a generation, capturing themes of disillusionment and social critique that resonated throughout the late 1980s. By 1989, Neil Young was in a phase of artistic reinvention after the commercial struggles of the 1980s. 'Freedom' marked his return to critical acclaim, following the underwhelming reception of his previous albums and his experimentation with various genres. This album is particularly notable as it features the hit 'Rockin’ in the Free World,' which revitalized his career.
Who is Freedom for?
Freedom works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, raw, gritty anthems for reflection and engaging storytelling through varied pacing.
How many songs are on Freedom?
Freedom has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rockin’ in the Free World Standout 3:39
- 2 Crime in the City (Sixty to Zero, Part I) Standout 8:44
- 3 Don’t Cry 4:15
- 4 Hangin’ on a Limb 4:19
- 5 Eldorado Standout 6:05
- 6 The Ways of Love 4:29
- 7 Someday 5:42
- 8 On Broadway 4:59
- 9 Wrecking Ball 5:09
- 10 No More 6:06
- 11 Too Far Gone 2:48
- 12 Rockin’ in the Free World Standout 4:42
Release Date
October 2, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 2 sec
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