Free Me (Roger Daltrey song)

"Free Me" is a song performed by Roger Daltrey, the lead singer of the British rock band The Who. It was released as a solo single in 1980 and featured on the soundtrack to the film McVicar, a biographical film about the English armed robber John McVicar, in which Daltrey starred.

The song, written by Russ Ballard, is a power ballad characterized by Daltrey's soaring vocals and a prominent use of synthesizers. Its lyrics express a yearning for freedom and escape from oppressive circumstances, themes that align with the narrative of the film McVicar.

"Free Me" achieved commercial success, reaching the top 40 in both the United Kingdom and the United States. It remains one of Daltrey's best-known solo recordings and is often included in his live performances. The song’s impact was further amplified by its inclusion in McVicar, connecting it strongly to the film’s themes of confinement, rehabilitation, and the desire for personal liberation.