The bird in the cage wishes to be free,

Free to fly in the skies ​

Free to be in his world.

Our creator wants us to be free,

Bestowing in us the freedom of choice

Everyone wishes to be free,

Free like the stars in the night.​

Freedom of expression is cherished like gold

Liberty of action burns deep in the heart.

Every colony wishes to be free,

As a nation breaks its shackles

Its sovereignty creates a revolution.

Through the efforts of nationalists

With a deep feeling of patriotism

Free will is restored,

Rights are guaranteed,

Unity is the air.

A land raw but pure,

Its people simple yet unique

Though conquered by some oppressive forces

Will rise up and claim independence

Cos it yearns to be free.

When I think of liberty

I think of choice, a new era,

I think of being free.

Oh that’s sweet independence, sweet freedom, sweet liberty.