"Give Me Back My Freedom" is a song by Peter Green, a renowned English blues-rock singer and guitarist. The lyrics depict a sense of imprisonment, metaphorical or literal, and a plea for freedom and justice. In the song, the protagonist feels trapped, as if being locked up in a jailhouse, and his money is taken away from him. He compares himself to a white mouse, suggesting that he is being treated as a powerless and insignificant being. This treatment is seen as unfair and unfunny. The lyrics express the desire for freedom, both physically and metaphorically. The protagonist pleads to be released and to be able to see the daylight again. He asks for the bleeding to stop, which could represent both physical and emotional pain. The repeated line "Can't you see it ain't right" emphasizes the injustice and the plea for things to change. The song also touches on the idea of being forced into a false society and identity. The protagonist feels that he is being made into something he does not want to be, suggesting a loss of personal freedom and authenticity. Overall, "Give Me Back My Freedom" reflects the longing for liberation, justice, and an end to the suffering experienced by the protagonist. It conveys a desire to escape confinement, regain personal freedom, and find a sense of authenticity in a world that feels restricting and oppressive.
