I've been a true fan of Asia since the beginning. Although I prefer John Wetton at the helm, I love John Payne too. "Free", I think, is the most powerful song I have ever heard. During the climax of this song, my heart litterally shook with emotion. What an awesome anthem this is. What this song does still amazes me today. When you listen to it, turn it up loud...!!!! Tbank you, Asia.
I've heard most Asia albums but none have grabbed me like Aura. This song in particular takes you on an amazing journey, I never get sick of it. What a wonderful thing good music really is!!
Хотелось вам что - то пояснить, но видно , что вы - в своей прелести и не знаете ,что есть диалектика ...У этого коллектива ( особенно в оригинальном составе) есть более значимые композиции...
I have no words to describe this track...but all i can say at this point of time is that It's one of the best songs I've ever heard in my life....It's like a magical experience!
Excellent, excellent album - this track in particular with the songwriting skills of John Payne/Geoff Downes combined with Steve Howe and Simon Phillips... Nothing less than brilliant!!
It boggle my mind how incredible this entire album is and yet its nowhere to be found amongst any major streaming service. Incomprehensible! Ready To Go Home and Free are all-time classics, and the album deserves far greater awareness. Free is one the most inspiring and kick ass rock songs of all time. And how prophetic are these lyrics in todays world?!
Lyrics: Look into the distance, you're living in a cage A fire burns inside you, that fuels all the rage You're thinking of the outside, and dream of the past The gates to freedom lie within your grasp They're changing the system, rewriting the laws Renaming religion, reshaping your cause You always be lonely, walking with fools The shadows in the doorways make the rules Because you're free, this time Don't be scared of who you are Free, to find There's no hiding in the dark A new day is dawning, a New Age begun Nobody told you which way you should run Wait for the thunder, break from the shell Is this the gate to freedom from this Hell? Because you're free, this time Don't be scared of who you are Free, to find There's no hiding in the dark Free, this time You can learn to live again Free, to find There is shelter from the rain Free They're razing the fences in the pastures of doom The fields of our heroes, the land won by few The call of a New World, dream to transcend Now it's time to fight and start again Because you're free, this time Don't be scared of who you are Free, to find There's no hiding in the dark Because you're free, this time You can learn to live again Free, to find There is shelter from the rain (from Genius Lyrics)
Along with "Who Will Stop The Rain?", this is the high point of the "Payne Years"...Both tracks feature guest appearances by Steve Howe...coincidence ??? "Aura" along with "Aqua" are the definitive John Payne led Asia albums... Kudos to these works having been given, I'm absolutely 100 % glad that the original four are back together and still making quality music... To those pundits who deny Asia their just place in music history, you don't know what you're missing !
One of the most underrated rock bands, especially in the `90s, when in my opinion rock music has been in its baddest condition. Was on a live gig in april 2010, this was with the original 82' musicans, but also very powerful and extraordinary. i love asia =) . and john payne was a very good choise for this band, one of the best rock singers, i would liked to see him now in the front of the band saga. (sorry for a bad englisch, i am from germany ;)
Phenomenal epic from the excellent Aura LP in 2001. "Free' features Steve Howe, Pat Thrall and Saga's Ian Crichton all jamming on guitar with Simon Phillips on drums. WOW! On the tour, Guthrie Govan had taken over and he wailed on the whole track handling ALL the guitar parts. Another genius.
The rumor is that John Payne wanted to deliver the vocals in a Mr. Rogers/Paul Lynde/RodMcKuen hybrid style. Geoff Downes allegedly asked Payne whether he could narrow it down to Paul Lynde's sound, but while having an acute bout of appendicitis. No one had ever done that before, and there you have it.
Another hidden gem (to me at any rate) from the John Payne era. Couldn't find the album Aura on iTunes or the song. I loved the album Aqua. Who Will Stop the Rain, Someday, Love Under Fire and The Voice of Reason are four of the great cuts.
I, for mye sake, listened to this and love it very much. But mostly to await John Wettons comeback. "A great tribute band" for the original Asia, but I am very happy for this music. Have all the CDs, of course. Everything changed now that JW died. Im still shocked about this. The setting is that Asia is over. Thats the worst of it all.
que puedo decir solo master,master y los mejores, que rolas ya lo dije en su era john.. es el mejor y la misica es celestial grandiosa orale nestor escucha esto no se te olvidan estos weyes andrez,oscar,luiz,isma,may,(no tan aca),rene, y yo..vas aca-2011¡¡a.n.d.¡¡
Good Idea to put the solo of Ian Crichton, spacy in the middle, when Asia says hello to Saga, just a studio session like a little fun probably. Remembers me some old Saga stuff also...even if each of the bands have their own stamp.
ASIA-YES-ELOY-BOSTON-GENTLE GIANT-ALAN PARSON-KING CRIMSON-RICK WAKEMAN-EMERSON LAKE AND PALMER-PINK FLOYD. WHAT CAN I SAY? THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL, THE MUSIC OF MY LIFE.
Well, that's just not so. Brian Johnson, the lead singer of AC/DC allegedly found his voice during an early performance with that band, whilst having an attack of appendicitis. Frankly, I would pay to see John Payne's Asia if he were to sing just like Paul Lynde did in "Bye-Bye Birdie" on the song "Kids", and if there was at least one 15 minute set where he delivered the songs in spoken-word style, like Rod McKuen --- perhaps with bongo drums accompanying him.
truth be told the two JOHNs could not be more polar opposite, Wetton in a classic pristine vocalist with a pure as refined sugar voice, john payne flat out ''just sounds horrible'' he sounds like some vegas lounge act or some guy on a cruise ship he mangles every note its just god awful how they tried to replace JW with payne, i actually paid a guy in a studio to strip and remove the payne vocals from all the ASIA songs he did with them, now i just listen to the music only versions !
The single most underrated song in history. The outro guitar solo is one of the most epic pieces of music ever conceived.
I could not agree any more. This is a rock-n-roll classic of epic proportion and yet 99% of the world has never even heard of it.
This song is Asia...
I've been a true fan of Asia since the beginning. Although I prefer John Wetton at the helm, I love John Payne too. "Free", I think, is the most powerful song I have ever heard. During the climax of this song, my heart litterally shook with emotion. What an awesome anthem this is. What this song does still amazes me today. When you listen to it, turn it up loud...!!!! Tbank you, Asia.
couldn't have put it better myself
Tbank
T. Bank, esquire
Be honest, you heard about ASIA because of that funny movie the 40 year old Virgin.
I've heard most Asia albums but none have grabbed me like Aura. This song in particular takes you on an amazing journey, I never get sick of it. What a wonderful thing good music really is!!
One of the best Asia songs. I'll always love this song, not only for the music, but for the message.
It just might be the greatest Asia song in their entire catalog
Хотелось вам что - то пояснить, но видно , что вы - в своей прелести и не знаете ,что есть диалектика ...У этого коллектива ( особенно в оригинальном составе) есть более значимые композиции...
I have no words to describe this track...but all i can say at this point of time is that It's one of the best songs I've ever heard in my life....It's like a magical experience!
This and "Kings" are my two favorites from Aura hands down. The whole album is a damn masterpiece though.
Entirely in agreement
This entire album is Awesome from beginning to end nuff said.
Youre the stranger tho
Excellent, excellent album - this track in particular with the songwriting skills of John Payne/Geoff Downes combined with Steve Howe and Simon Phillips... Nothing less than brilliant!!
Asia meets Saga! What a lovely adventure.
I believe this song has actually saved my life ( and not just once).
It boggle my mind how incredible this entire album is and yet its nowhere to be found amongst any major streaming service. Incomprehensible! Ready To Go Home and Free are all-time classics, and the album deserves far greater awareness. Free is one the most inspiring and kick ass rock songs of all time. And how prophetic are these lyrics in todays world?!
It just leaves you breathless! It’s like I want to get back that place!
Lyrics:
Look into the distance, you're living in a cage
A fire burns inside you, that fuels all the rage
You're thinking of the outside, and dream of the past
The gates to freedom lie within your grasp
They're changing the system, rewriting the laws
Renaming religion, reshaping your cause
You always be lonely, walking with fools
The shadows in the doorways make the rules
Because you're free, this time
Don't be scared of who you are
Free, to find
There's no hiding in the dark
A new day is dawning, a New Age begun
Nobody told you which way you should run
Wait for the thunder, break from the shell
Is this the gate to freedom from this Hell?
Because you're free, this time
Don't be scared of who you are
Free, to find
There's no hiding in the dark
Free, this time
You can learn to live again
Free, to find
There is shelter from the rain
Free
They're razing the fences in the pastures of doom
The fields of our heroes, the land won by few
The call of a New World, dream to transcend
Now it's time to fight and start again
Because you're free, this time
Don't be scared of who you are
Free, to find
There's no hiding in the dark
Because you're free, this time
You can learn to live again
Free, to find
There is shelter from the rain
(from Genius Lyrics)
one of their best from the Payne era.. Pat Thrall rocks!
J'adore AZIA depuis toujours !!! Excellent !. Merci!
Along with "Who Will Stop The Rain?", this is the high point of the "Payne Years"...Both tracks feature guest appearances by Steve Howe...coincidence ???
"Aura" along with "Aqua" are the definitive John Payne led Asia albums...
Kudos to these works having been given, I'm absolutely 100 % glad that the original four are back together and still making quality music...
To those pundits who deny Asia their just place in music history, you don't know what you're missing !
One of the most underrated rock bands, especially in the `90s, when in my opinion rock music has been in its baddest condition. Was on a live gig in april 2010, this was with the original 82' musicans, but also very powerful and extraordinary. i love asia =) . and john payne was a very good choise for this band, one of the best rock singers, i would liked to see him now in the front of the band saga. (sorry for a bad englisch, i am from germany ;)
Love this band and though this Album has only a few of the classic members on it, IT IS MY FAVOURITE and amazing down to the last song! LOVE IT!
Phenomenal epic from the excellent Aura LP in 2001. "Free' features Steve Howe, Pat Thrall and Saga's Ian Crichton all jamming on guitar with Simon Phillips on drums. WOW! On the tour, Guthrie Govan had taken over and he wailed on the whole track handling ALL the guitar parts. Another genius.
Simon Phillips....says it all. Awesome stuff.
A real hit! im spanish fan from this progressive group!
i Love this album. awake" is kg favorite track. greetings from Brazil!
Der Asia-Sound ist einfach geil.
Asia is free at last! Long live ASIA!
Fantastic piece ! Fantastic John Payne !!!
One of my favourites and one of Asia's feat. John Payne best songs ever !
this song is wicked
@@MrPizza063 wicked means good and nasty can mean nice.
Asia painting with sound.
Dude, your heart literally shook?
Great song!
una de las mejores canciones de Asia.Melodia,sonido,solo de guitarra,teclados.Casi perfecta.
fabulous song.
From John Payne's era, Aura & Aria are my favorite albums.
очень хорошая музыка
Wonderful piece ! Fantastic John Payne !!!
all the best songs give me goosebumps the first time i listen to them, this is one of those......
The rumor is that John Payne wanted to deliver the vocals in a Mr. Rogers/Paul Lynde/RodMcKuen hybrid style. Geoff Downes allegedly asked Payne whether he could narrow it down to Paul Lynde's sound, but while having an acute bout of appendicitis. No one had ever done that before, and there you have it.
Ian Crichton of Saga on guitar along with Thrall and Howe, doesn't get much better. :-)
This is epic!! Thank you for the upload.
Though I prefer John Wetton's vocals, this one's really cool and the instrumental part is excellent, it almost sounds that Steve Howe is on guitars!
He is.
(Not much, though)
Two other guitarists Pat Thrall and Ian Crichton
Ich never can't decide who is better...Payne or Wetton.
I think both are brillant.
R.I.P. John.. we have lost you now.
John Wetton was the voice of Asia, Payne a good replacement
Love this song
Waw.very very good song.salutations from morocco
Simply awesome -even saw em do it live at the limelight club in Crewe unforgettable
Letras e música de nível. Bom demais
This song kicks so much ass! Love it!
Now I wish I would've gotten more INTO these guys back
when.
Another hidden gem (to me at any rate) from the John Payne era. Couldn't find the album Aura on iTunes or the song. I loved the album Aqua. Who Will Stop the Rain, Someday, Love Under Fire and The Voice of Reason are four of the great cuts.
go on Amazon.com to find the asia cds and this album i have this cd and this is one of the best in my book.
Excellent
Steve Howe did play some guitars in that middle section, well spotted!
Simply amazing 7:48
Pure
this song from asia is very epic from beginning to the end and under the gun is very good as well asia you guys did it again well done boys.
Stratospheric melodic heavy metal trackkkkkkkkkkk rrrrrrrrrrrrr this is a real
Just getting into Asia, fun stuff
Absolutely brilliant, Asia should've kept john Payne , a god of voice 👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
The only thing I'm going to say about this song is it's going to take you on a journey so buckle up and prepare for a long ride😊
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Epic!!!
great
3 guitarists this one - Guthrie Govan, Steve Howe and Ian Crichton of SAGA.
This is my anthem!
Payne, thank you for rising Asia to the likes of Yes and Alan Parsons.
buen tema
bueeno muy buuuueno¡
Free's always good
EPIC
There is not a bad song on this CD. However, I think this is the number 1 song. Amazing, that's all I can say
I, for mye sake, listened to this and love it very much. But mostly to await John Wettons comeback. "A great tribute band" for the original Asia, but I am very happy for this music. Have all the CDs, of course. Everything changed now that JW died. Im still shocked about this. The setting is that Asia is over. Thats the worst of it all.
Simon Phillips on drums.
que puedo decir solo master,master y los mejores, que rolas ya lo dije en su era john.. es el mejor y la misica es celestial grandiosa orale nestor escucha esto no se te olvidan estos weyes andrez,oscar,luiz,isma,may,(no tan aca),rene, y yo..vas aca-2011¡¡a.n.d.¡¡
Endup is pretty fucking amazing
It's a mix of all 3 players - Guthrie Govan, Steve Howe and Ian Crichton.
(scratches head) You guys said in an old Armada issue this had been performed by Pat Thrall and recorded remotely from the US.
No Govan here.
Good Idea to put the solo of Ian Crichton, spacy in the middle, when Asia says hello to Saga, just a studio session like a little fun probably. Remembers me some old Saga stuff also...even if each of the bands have their own stamp.
La puta madreeeeeeeee!!!!!!! Que increible!
For the republic!!!!!!!!!
freedom at last
I've always been disappointed in anything Asia until this song. Very nice
Really , most there songs seem like master Pieces , Listen to time will tell , Its (In my opinion) There top 5 song
Rich Faille in anything you are included Wetton era?
“There is shelter from the rain.”
But who will stop it?
ASIA-YES-ELOY-BOSTON-GENTLE GIANT-ALAN PARSON-KING CRIMSON-RICK WAKEMAN-EMERSON LAKE AND PALMER-PINK FLOYD. WHAT CAN I SAY? THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL, THE MUSIC OF MY LIFE.
Jayson Neal Yes! Of course my friend.
Well, that's just not so. Brian Johnson, the lead singer of AC/DC allegedly found his voice during an early performance with that band, whilst having an attack of appendicitis.
Frankly, I would pay to see John Payne's Asia if he were to sing just like Paul Lynde did in "Bye-Bye Birdie" on the song "Kids", and if there was at least one 15 minute set where he delivered the songs in spoken-word style, like Rod McKuen --- perhaps with bongo drums accompanying him.
4/4/20🙏
latest endeavors in study: captivity and emancipation slavery and freedom....
this is cyberpunk as hell
Complete
This sounds like saga, and the lead singer John Wetton.
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Payne blows away Wetton. Any thoughts?
Why isnt it on spotify?
The Gutherie Govan Album!
Ian Crichton nail it
Francisco mendes 6:38
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Simon Phillips at his killer best. Does anyone execute the simple and humble "flam" better than this?
Are you saying that... this is not Guthrie Govan?
This is the only song that Govan doesn't play.
In the credits are Crichton, Howe and Thrall in this song
Not guthrie govan plays this song is pat thrall
noo Steve howe of asia play's on this one.
How to get a speeding ticket
truth be told the two JOHNs could not be more polar opposite, Wetton in a classic pristine vocalist with a pure as refined sugar voice, john payne flat out ''just sounds horrible'' he sounds like some vegas lounge act or some guy on a cruise ship he mangles every note its just god awful how they tried to replace JW with payne, i actually paid a guy in a studio to strip and remove the payne vocals from all the ASIA songs he did with them, now i just listen to the music only versions !
FREE FOR UKRAINE AND FOR ISRAEL
I prefer the original ASIA lead singer.
Brexit - free from EU
This is nothing compared to the first two albums. This is bad...Very bad..
Waw.very very good song.salutations from morocco
Epic!!!!