Born to Be Free (X Japan song)

"Born to Be Free" is a song by the Japanese heavy metal/rock band X Japan. It was originally performed live at their World Tour 2011 in Europe, South America, and Asia. It served as the band's first original release in 18 years, following "The Last Song" in 1998.

The song was officially released digitally on November 6, 2015. Musically, "Born to Be Free" is characterized by its fast tempo, heavy guitars, and YOSHIKI's signature symphonic elements. The lyrics, written by YOSHIKI, express themes of freedom, overcoming adversity, and the pursuit of dreams.

"Born to Be Free" was initially intended to be included on a full-length studio album. However, progress on the album has been significantly delayed. Despite this, the song has become a staple of X Japan's live performances and is generally well-received by fans.