Freedom Child
The Script · 2017
49 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock
Anthemic choruses blend with introspective lyrics, reflecting both personal and societal struggles in a vibrant pop-rock sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo anthemic flow uplifting themes of resilience introspective moments for reflection
- Context
- Released on September 1, 2017, 'Freedom Child' is The Script's fifth studio album, following their 2014 release 'No Sound Without Silence'. At this point in their career, The Script was transitioning toward a more contemporary pop sound while maintaining their signature emotional lyricism, which marked an evolution from their earlier work.
- If you like
- alternative rock, pop rock
Freedom Child is an album by The Script, released in 2017. Anthemic choruses blend with introspective lyrics, reflecting both personal and societal struggles in a vibrant pop-rock sound. 'Freedom Child' debuted at number one on the Irish Albums Chart and reached the top ten in several countries, showcasing the band's commercial resilience. The album's themes resonated strongly during a time of political and social unrest, especially with tracks like 'Divided States of America,' which sparked discussions on current events. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Freedom Child sound like?
Anthemic choruses blend with introspective lyrics, reflecting both personal and societal struggles in a vibrant pop-rock sound. Rooted in alternative rock and pop rock.
What makes Freedom Child by The Script notable?
'Freedom Child' debuted at number one on the Irish Albums Chart and reached the top ten in several countries, showcasing the band's commercial resilience. The album's themes resonated strongly during a time of political and social unrest, especially with tracks like 'Divided States of America,' which sparked discussions on current events. Released on September 1, 2017, 'Freedom Child' is The Script's fifth studio album, following their 2014 release 'No Sound Without Silence'. At this point in their career, The Script was transitioning toward a more contemporary pop sound while maintaining their signature emotional lyricism, which marked an evolution from their earlier work.
Who is Freedom Child for?
Freedom Child works well if you're into steady mid-tempo anthemic flow, uplifting themes of resilience and introspective moments for reflection.
How many songs are on Freedom Child?
Freedom Child has 14 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Man Is an Island Standout 3:50
- 2 Rain 3:29
- 3 Arms Open 4:01
- 4 Rock the World 3:10
- 5 Mad Love Standout 3:26
- 6 Deliverance 3:32
- 7 Divided States of America Standout 4:05
- 8 Wonders 4:18
- 9 Love Not Lovers 3:44
- 10 Eden 3:30
- 11 Make Up 3:26
- 12 Written in the Scars 3:47
- 13 Awakening 0:47
- 14 Freedom Child 3:57
Release Date
September 1, 2017
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
49 min 2 sec
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