Nina Simone - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free (Official Audio)

[@expressyourself8000]

Dealing with Anxiety and Depression. This song hits different. Love to anyone dealing with Mental health issues.

[@kimwoodruff3793]

Sending you healing and prayers 🙏

[@expressyourself8000]

@@kimwoodruff3793 Thank you so much.

[@sebastiangruszczynski1610]

Here is maybe another one express Pastor T.L. Barrett & the Youth For Christ Choir - Nobody Knows

[@expressyourself8000]

@@sebastiangruszczynski1610 I really appreciate it. Thanks!.

[@dawsoncollett4503]

Me thank you so much !

[@michelleford5543]

I first heard this song about 6 years ago after having my 2nd daughter. I wept. I sung it at the top of my lungs and just bawled my eyes out. Every word pulls at your heart-especially as a woman of color. I didn't know the history behind why this song was written, but I wept. I listened to it over and over again for about 2 months. Who knew that in 1968 when this was written as a tribute to Dr. King's assassination that it would STILL be so relevant today? Let's keep fighting the fight for equality. March. Vote. Protest. Sing. Shout. Cry. Whatever it takes for mankind to reach equality.

[@InvestingForTomorrow24]

Hi Michelle, I'm a pianist too, though not trained at Juilliard, I've memorized the intro to this song. Now we've seen the out of date and shabby results of a stunted, bigoted leader in the Oval Office. Voted for Obama twice, then Hillary, who I told people was a vastly better choice, though I handed out signs and literature for Bernie. Let's pray for the repair of the last four long years of the republican wrecking machine. Do or die

[@michelleford5543]

@@InvestingForTomorrow24 I hear and agree with you, loud and clear! I applaud you for learning this!

[@tiffanywaldon4875]

Well this was written and recorded before he was assassinated. But yes, it is still truly relevant, and that’s sad.

[@razokmt1520]

no one is fighting.. never have been

[@MrMakingcake]

Big tears on every word

[@muratcivelek8918]

I wish I knew how It would feel to be free I wish I could break All the chains holding me I wish I could say All the things that I should say Say 'em loud say 'em clear For the whole round world to hear I wish I could share All the love that's in my heart Remove all the bars That keep us apart I wish you could know What it means to be me Then you'd see and agree That every man should be free I wish I could give All I'm longin' to give I wish I could live Like I'm longin' to live I wish I could do All the things that I can do Though I'm way overdue I'd be starting anew. Well I wish I could be like a bird in the sky How sweet it would be If I found I could fly I'd soar to the sun And look down at the sea And I sing 'cause I know How it feels to be free

[@jazkhano9965]

Cool

[@cosmosremy8384]

Cool

[@briand.jackson4196]

I was a young man at the age of 25 years old, when I first heard this song. It was 1988, and I recall hearing it on a yearly Rev. Dr. MLK & Civil Rights documentary on the radio. I taped the program and I'd listened to the cassette in my newly bought '88 Stang. I did this every year on MLK Day until I passed it down to a younger brother in 2008. I'm 57 and many Blacks in the U.S. are yet to be free. It takes God. John 8:31-32. The answer is in Romans 10:9-10 for all men, especially Black men & women!

[@erdenetsetsegdamdinsuren1535]

Thanks

[@lizdrummond5068]

How apt this song is for 2020. Nina you must have known this year was coming x

[@Inletguy]

In 1974, I had a good friend who was Hendersonville NC’s first black police officer. Bill grew up in Tryon, NC near Nina’s childhood home. I recall a conversation about a black singer he knew from Tryon, Nina Simone. I wish I could have that conversation again and add about a hour to it. Another rare opportunity for a greater education lost.

[@urgirl.riri10]

Oh

[@j.albuquerque9274]

Happy new years. This was my choice for first song I ever listen to in 2024.

[@e2my682]

Very good choice 👏

[@InvestingForTomorrow24]

I often play the intro, still a little tricky for my abilities, but so groovy I continue to work on it.

[@dragonfly2117]

23. November 2024

[@jonnewman6332]

My mum requested this at her funeral as she died from brain and bone cancer. She was a great jazz lover, but her illness had taken much of her. She held my arm and said, "c'mon my boy, you know the tune from that film programme".

[@rima7286]

May her beautiful soul rest peacefully, I hope you’re doing well and this song brings back beautiful memories❤️

[@mrssuenos]

So sorry for your loss 😞 May she Rest Peacefully 🥀🕊💫

[@nicoleflores729]

Here in 2020 and Nina is more relevant than ever.

[@DavidSmith-ut7pf]

And ain't that a God damn shame

[@nellydoyley3815]

@@DavidSmith-ut7pf exactly

[@joanaleong9260]

She never stop being

[@michellekatz1023]

Also 2021

[@TheFlychicka]

Exactly! We still have work to do.

[@technocrat7930]

I can empathize so good with all of her songs. I'm gay and born in Germany but always have been seen as a Foreigner in Germany. I got bullied exprienced so much hatred but I never lost the good in my heart. Plus I was born into a Muslim familie.

[@moonlanding-69]

We don't care about your sexuality keep it to yourself

[@flamingfalll]

She makes me mourn and dance at the same time.

[@elinannestad5320]

hey that is deep. Woah....... so right.

[@EmanChuks]

Word 🤌🏾

[@maryfitzpatrick9639]

That is so true, no one could have put it better. 👍💝

[@sakshijain6337]

Came here after Meghan mentioned this as one of her favorite songs. So glad she helped me stumble upon such a gem

[@ItsDJ901]

Same here

[@Capcoor]

Meghan McCain?

[@ItsDJ901]

@@Capcoor Duchess of Sussex

[@sakshijain6337]

@@Capcoor Markle

[@angeladumbuya1609]

Me too 2023

[@dahuterschuter]

No matter who you are man, there's something you always feel is chaining you. Everyone wants to break free of something. Sometimes it's poverty, a disability, social class, prejudice, or any number of things. Why this song is so timeless and speaks to so many people. We all have love to give in our hearts waiting for the right person to give it to, wishing we could say all the things that we should say.

[@zakirkadri5404]

Listening to this in London in December 2024. Peace❤

[@orc810]

Listening to this in Stalingrad in December 2024.

[@williammackay9201]

Hang in there freedom's on the way, just have to wait out this Kali Yuga and things will be on the up like we've never known it.

[@charlieroe8752]

This was the final song played at my Nana’s funeral yesterday. Don’t think I’ve ever heard it before, but I’m certain I’ll be hearing it a lot more from now. Rest In Peace Nan, I bloody love you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@BradyBubbuhgum-fh4ny]

This song was written by nina in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. after his assassination

[@BradyBubbuhgum-fh4ny]

It's really cool that she chose this song

[@michaelll1290]

This is so awesome.. awesome voice .. normally hearing elvis and Freddie Mercury..just stumbled over this some time ago..i was exstatic..telling my sons they should hear this voice ..and they both said..oh. Nina Simone...how wild is that ..i though they only knew that rap shit 😁😁😁

[@kindell1]

Ms. Nina had soul, grit, and depth

[@chriswarburtonbrown1566]

An incredible recording. Her version captures the anti-racist and feminist meanings, and the comments here show all the other chains she has inspired listeners to break free from. What a woman!

[@amberhasanaccount]

Sometimes I wish I was alive when Nina, Sam, Marvin & the Motown gang were in their prime and then I remember how hard it was for them and thus, it would be for me. Such beautiful, soulful music born from heartache and tragedy.

[@clairecadoux471]

I am here because Stephen Fry is being interviewed on BBC Radio 2 and he stated he had first heard it sung By Hugh Laurie (House) and felt the strength. I have been so fortunate to listen live to Nina Simone at a small venue on Bleeker Street NYC in the late 1970s. very special moment to hear this live.

[@joannkelly7994]

One of my favorites by Miss Simone. Rest In Peace.

[@jeffybobby5022]

I relate with this song on severe down days with Endometriosis and Mental health I believe we all relate and have our own versions with this song. It is such a beautifully worded song ❤

[@emilysboy7]

Just buried my 30 yr old nephew, killed by senseless violence. I have been playing this all day long think all he could have been!!! Love you Drew!!!

[@dang9277]

One of the greatest songs ever sung.

[@bambamm6496]

Yes!! One of my favorite songs ever. Despite being a cover. She didn't really cover this song. She brought its beauty to another level. RIP

[@JoshuaFazeli]

Say ‘em loud, say ‘em clear.

[@DISTRUTTORE211]

this song is a REAL GOD'S GIFT. Ciao from the strangest Rome I've ever lived: the locked-down one! FORZA ITALIA🇮🇹

[@rowanross4783]

Francesco Capuano thinking of you from the Isle of Man

[@MartinBodi]

sii forte

[@arupsengupta2454]

@@rowanross4783 ❤

[@stungstung2424]

2022 Nina Simone will forever be relevant.

[@friedrichjaschke-graef1455]

ich weiß, wie es sich anfühlt, frei zu sein und trotzdem ist es immer wieder schön und berührend Nina Simone zuzuhören.

[@tanzila127]

In the midst of reading the book 3 days of happiness by Sugaru Miaki and the character was humming to this song :)

[@bonitasavage6723]

What a talented musician. Her voice penetrates my being. She sings from her soul, and she she takes her listeners on a journey with her. POWERFUL!

[@IrisG77]

I wish I could’ve seen her perform, I am sure it was transformative

[@sharon18334]

I think Nina Simone is a poet, Singer, civil rights activist that should be remembered by the younger generation. Most people remember her music, poetry probably more than anyone from the past. Lots of people repeat her music and poems!!!

[@AdaDuzyol]

Despite all this history, there is something underlying and peaceful about the melody of this song. You can understand it from the intro...

[@madelinesanders2972]

Nina Simone was such a phenomenal artist. Her voice brings forth such a poignant representation of the words in this song. I so love this.

[@polpol1005]

great voice yes

[@StephanieBartusis]

ever see her interview about how folks tried to keep her from getting her money?

[@leonardstokes6036]

Just lost two schoolmates back to back in a span of two weeks, and this song kinda sets the tone because at least now they're free. I cried all I can cry but I'll cry tears of joy because they no longer suffer. Rest in peace Chris and Jerone.

[@Ygam7]

I don't think I've ever cried to a single song so many times

[@polpol1005]

why cry?

[@Jack-xf1ip]

Even though my family is white, my mum has chosen this as the song she would like me to play at her funeral. It's so powerful in so many ways, regardless of race, and it makes me cry every time

[@theresachung703]

The wish for freedom is universal. And no one in life gets a free ride.

[@gabrielzavala9465]

yes, specially living under capitalism, we aren’t free yet 😢

[@razokmt1520]

regardless of race?🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 yall both some 🤡

[@dominicksebastien2254]

@@gabrielzavala9465 Capitalism IS the system that values freedom above all, certainly more than fascism and communism that can't stand the idea of free individuals

[@skekze]

@@dominicksebastien2254 yet the extremes are what's keeping the world in poverty.

[@maxkerkar7175]

Nina Simone was such a great artist i miss her very much

[@jazkhano9965]

Yes the BEST jazz musician

[@InvestingForTomorrow24]

A great American with a big heart and a message for us all.

[@Ayymin123]

Cried several times over this song.

[@Nightbird-u2z]

I envy the birds. The closest I ever came to flying was the time I rode in the front seat of a helicopter. I told the pilot I didn't want to land and he said that's why he had been doing it for 40 years.

[@peterschulze491]

"...then you'd see and agree that Every Man should be free!" One of my favorite lines in any song! Ms. Simone gives me strength.

[@carpediem4290]

Thanks Nina. All of us are a little more free now listening to you...

[@polano232]

2020 and we still wish to be free

[@terrell27]

Kat Polanco it’s just sad 😭🖤✊🏾

[@tonymathew22]

Don't we all ✊🏾😌🇮🇳

[@sonjasmalley6042]

Thank you young people for carrying the load further, I knew Nina and felt Nina...Right On, I'm 70 years old..LOL

[@empathyempathy4]

imagine being nina and seeing this, breaks my heart g x

[@Twisterrz]

It’s so sad:(

[@tcwd1068]

How did I not know this song before! I was brought here by the harry and Meghan doc on Netflix where she mentions it! A Wonderful and beautiful song!

[@Creamicoo]

I found this song because an elder friend of mine been talking about it for years and we finally realized to search KZbin. Glad to hear it now

[@volkrovtheviking]

This song hits me. Still relevant even today!

[@elliottgyll8453]

I’ve always only heard the Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell recordings, I love the buildup at 2:27, it’s got this groove and vitality that is even better than the original

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Beautiful. Thank you to the Duchess of Sussex for sharing this treasure with us. ❤

[@daisies53]

I love love love this. I think the late Barry Norman had it as his Signature tune for his film night programme which I loved. What a voice and a woman. Fabulous

[@theressamurphy2996]

To be free in a relationship is sweet too❤🎉

[@nfmarriott]

Discovered this gem in 2020 🙌

[@LauraCraigStutler]

Nina made herself a leader by the songs she sang.

[@chuckwilliams8671]

🙏❤🙏

[@olaakinlade4362]

Went to see Nina Simone in 96 or 97. Make Hay while the sun shines. Sing. Be free. Silence is for when we are gone. 😊

[@coachkay1041]

IF ONE OF US IS CHAINED NONE OF US ARE FREE!

[@notsure7404]

I. Cry. Every. Time.

[@jeffryhammel3035]

I cry when I hear these Nina songs. They inspire us. So glad they were captured on record.

[@gabbyc85]

2024 anybody still here! My Nana passed away today 😢 I’m sad but i know she’s free from suffering and all the pain. truly going to miss her and it hurt so bad. I know she’s in a better place 🥹🙏🏾🕊️🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@lietana7593]

Ganz viel Kraft und Liebe für dich ✨💖✨🤗✨

[@tomjoad4551]

This song gets me everytime.

[@sylviamaewilkerson4870]

It is such a beautiful song n I cried when I first heard it at a young age, not even knowing what it truly meant. Something within me stirred my soul n now I know what it was. Ms Simone's songs have a story behind them. They have relevance even today. Thank you Ms Simone. I Love you.💝💝💝

[@josephanderson7237]

What a beautiful soulful song of longing to be free. No more suffering Gabe. You’re now whole and free.

[@misakworkneh6917]

true music...embraces your lonely soul, provides solace when you're in solitude, keeps the demon at bay...gives you courage to change the things you can, wisdom to accept what is "as is"...as long as these people are around thou shalt fear no evil. My only regret is i was born a decade later in a different continent, never stood a chance...long days and pleasant nights mrs Simone. I knew of your hard life...may the afterlife treates you well and makes it up to you. You deserve it.

[@TheMonkeyBiscuits]

Damn I can feel the soul. I love this kind of music, OH LORDY LORD

[@kojacksfootballshack8191]

Film 🎥 98 brought me here, all the greats Barry Norman, Jonathan Ross.n🇬🇧

[@DanteBrewster]

Freedom for everyone is possible

[@sandrahunte9950]

I heard this song for the first time this evening at a Concert at a UMC and it was a most beautiful rendition, I love, love, love it! ❤

[@SN2903]

Such a beautiful, soulful voice.

[@babayega1717]

..and I wish, I was alive in a time when I could thank you for this.

[@sgtsniperlyfe3469]

This is the song has taught me a lot about a lot of things that we have overcome

[@tim6155]

These chords at the intro are so wonderful and give me goosebumps every time I hear it.

[@aaronnickey6119]

A Great Song to uplift you! Proud to be Black

[@marie-beatricedhambahadour4370]

Après avoir lu la dernière allumette de Marie Vareille ❤

[@jamieshows1564]

Beautiful, strong, soulful song. Nina Simone is goat.

[@thevalleyy]

C'est une triumphe !

[@maureengrant7886]

This song stirs a longing in me. I am single and wait for the day I find love❤. I also await the day I will be free of what truly bothers me❤😊

[@jamietoombs2350]

2024 we still wish to be free

[@ivancossa4169]

Here we are 2024... Who else?

[@Elwaves2925]

Late November 2024 for me.

[@elbezkais5489]

Timeless ♾️♾️♾️♾️

[@michelleyoung9899]

ME3

[@michelleyoung9899]

Me❤

[@suzeem.1159]

How incredibly meaningful and relevant to all who are imprisoned by deep, deep pain. And the hope of one day being fully liberated.

[@iamjustastranger9473]

In came across the song from a Novel 'Three Days of Happiness' by Sugaru Miaki. What about you guys?

[@andrewgratrix326]

Good stuff, innit 😊

[@mariagentles1106]

Such bursts of JOY, RESILIENCE, and RESISTANCE!!

[@sharinaross1865]

Everyone loves you now that your gone. May your original music live on.

[@Thacarshee]

Heard this 1 year ago in the days our Sri Lankan Revolution where we overthrew the president and showed how powerful is the powerless, I remeber in the middle of a demonstration I kept reciting these words to myself in the rain crying for nothing but our own people, I wish our people will win their revolutions, Publicly or Personally. I wish we all be free. I love u Nina

[@lydiawashington6923]

Came here after Duchess Meghan mentioned this song. It is awesome.

[@claudiaa23]

Me too! Beautiful song. 🎶

[@誰だよ先輩-t4e]

最高だよ。2006年生まれだが、懐かしく感じる

[@sajateacher]

I wish I could give Ms. Simone a big hug and tell her she’s beautiful.

[@sealaniclb]

Was 20 years old, living in abroad in England, on vacation in Jersey in the Channel Islands, heard Nina played on vinyl. No one like her since....saw her live in the 70's when she seemed to be struggling with some kind of addictiion. Onstage confused and incoherent. But her music was and is the most extradinary and moves way beyond the nearly fifty years since I first heard it.

[@juliciencia]

I am crying while listening to this song, really beautiful and powerful.

[@eCoArise]

This is Us (season 5, ep 13 Brotherly Love) brought me here, this song fit SO perfectly as an emotional ending to a powerful episode. Thank you once again, Ms Simone, for your beautiful voice!

[@madahad9]

The theatre where I worked played a lot of Nina Simone in the lobby. I never heard of her before this and the one song that struck me was Feeling Free, but I was getting tired of hearing Sinnerman. Then I watched the documentary about her and it triggered my interest and began to find CD 's at the local library. It was her cover of the Janis Ian songs Stars that really got me hooked. I had a similar reaction to her cover of Leonard Cohen's Suzanne just blew me away.

[@Elvirab890]

Bellissima canzone. Intramontabile Nina.

[@margaretforde3068]

I play this when words fail to express what my heart wants to say out loud !!

[@joannalayen9722]

Was in hmv clicking my fingers along to this song. My conclusion was that everone else must have died. What a tune baby. X

[@narcowake]

Definitely on the funeral playlist

[@HauoliDad]

Here in 2022 - Rest in Power Ms. Simone!

[@aivlisa2344]

❤ Nina Simone's voice is the best medicine to sadness.

[@hschan5976]

Heard this song in Oct 2021 at the funeral of someone dear to me. Fast forward to early Dec 2022 I'm traveling in Greece and this song came up on Greek public radio. I got excited for a brief moment as if she was coming back to greet me. It was then I knew i had look it up and find the song. Thank you for uploading, and a big thank you to the gifted singer from the bygone era for creating such wonderful works of art that brings us comfort and peace in times of hardship.

[@SPANKEESPANGLER]

RIP Barry Norman.

[@MBison-vm6gq]

Goosebumps and a smile every time

[@gavinburdock5884]

Excellent 💚

[@i_potatoe]

First heard of this song from a Pal Action post❤️🔥

[@spoonlamp]

Barry Norman brought me here and I'm so glad my love of this classic Film tune is rooted in such wonder.

[@julzhepburn3688]

Her Beautiful soul still shining through,,♥️🌄♾🎶