Love Will Set You Free

Kodaline's 'Love Will Set You Free' is a poignant exploration of love's enduring power to heal and uplift. The song begins with a reflection on past relationships and the passage of time. The lyrics, 'When everything we used to say was wrong / Is now alright,' suggest a sense of reconciliation and acceptance of past mistakes. This sets the stage for the song's central message: despite the distance and changes that life brings, love remains a constant source of comfort and liberation.

The chorus serves as a reassuring mantra, emphasizing that feelings of loneliness and despair are universal experiences. The lines, 'If you’re ever feeling lonely / If you’re ever feeling down / You should know you’re not the only one,' create a sense of solidarity and shared human experience. The repeated assertion that 'love will set you free' underscores the transformative power of love, suggesting that it can lift the weight of the world off one's shoulders and provide a sense of freedom and relief.

In the second verse, the imagery of a 'long and lonely walk up / To an empty house' evokes a sense of isolation and introspection. However, the song quickly pivots to a more hopeful tone, with the acknowledgment that 'life has to go on.' This shift highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of moving forward, even in the face of loneliness. The repetition of the phrase 'you know love will set you free' throughout the song serves as a powerful reminder of love's enduring ability to heal and provide solace, making it a comforting anthem for anyone going through tough times.