CAT MAYEL
Cat Mayel’s “Free” is a song that is remarkably motivational and captures the essence of personal evolution, self-release and finding peace within. The lyrics provide an illustrative description of the transition from confusion, strife, and struggle to an emotionally free and liberated state. Using simple yet deep sonical flows, the artist’s yearning to live beyond limitations and experience life full of grace, love and truth is demonstrated clearly.
Cat Mayel metaphorically indicates the inability to live under darkness through “black hearts.” In this regard, people who are fully consumed by negative thoughts cannot be truly self-aware. The phrase “black hearts” is conceptually powerful because it captures the essence of a pessimistic and arrogant life. By standing firmly through the defiance attitude, Cat describes lofty ideas through her wish to not care about what the public deems as reality or chooses to believe. A part of the songs captures empowerment and the will to reject external domination and sets boundary around self respect.
The yearning to escape the deep borders of darkness is further demonstrated in the lyrics where the artist reveals a desperate wish to break free from the unreal tinted existence. She manifests a deep-glowing feeling to connect to her real self instead of staying at the borderline of her perceived self and experience a more genuine life. Embracing the “part of grace” enables her to take charge of her journey without succumbing to outside forces.
The part of the song that goes, “Free,” is chanted several times. This chant serves as the climax of the song. This sensation of freedom is amplified with every repetition; it almost feels as if it is chanted to evoke a sense of freedom. These lines are powerful in their very simplistic form as they present her true message of the song which is being free wholeheartedly. It feels as if there has been an unfastening, an instant when every hindrance to her progression simply evaporated.
The second verse encapsulates peace and fear merging and begins with finding as opposed to searching. The line signifies a shift from uncertainty to assurance. It brings forth personal growth, moving form “peace to place.” The phrase “treasure of love” insinuates that one is worthy of receiving self love, divine love and above all love from people. “In the beauty lies freedom,” is the ultimate paradigm shift; Love fosters freedom, and not every act of freedom stems from doing something out of love. Rebellion is not the answer, the answer lies in embracing love and grace.
The second pre-chorus is a continuation of the second prechorus where Cat Mayel aims to remain detached from the external world and everything that surrounds her. Cat Mayel places emphasis on gratitude as the means to awaken the soul and keep it set.These lines have an impressive sense of self-worth; she regards herself as being placed on a throne of grace which suggests inner strength and divine connection. The image of a crown and throne signify self-discipline and realization of one’s power.
In “Free”, the lyrics portray a deep sense of personal awakening and empowerment. The song takes the listener on a transformative journey from the search for answers to total acceptance there is freedom and peace waiting to be embraced. Cat Mayel’s words inspire letting go of negativity, believing in self, and loving self. Simplicity of the lyrics make the message profound. “Free” will always resonate with anyone seeking to fully embrace their personal freedom and self- liberation.