“Breakaway” by Kelly Clarkson

In “Breakaway”, Kelly Clarkson plans on leaving her small town to a better, bigger place full of opportunities. Apparently, she’s in search of a place where she would feel like she truly belongs; a place where she would get to be happy.

You can view the lyrics, alternate interprations and sheet music for Kelly Clarkson's Breakaway at Lyrics.org.

The singer recounts that she didn’t feel quite right about the small town in which she was born. Her problem is that she felt so restricted and unheard even when she tried to fit in. Her final reaction was to pray for a way to break away in search of a more accommodating place.

Kelly wants to achieve certain big dreams, as such she strives to take the risk of leaving her comfort zone, to a place where her gifts will be appreciated and she can truly shine. She however promises not to forget the people she loves, despite her departure.

Lyrics of "Breakaway"

Music Video

Dave Meyers directed the music video to “Breakaway”, which is cinematic in nature. And whereas Clarkson does play the lead role, it also features scenes from “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement”. Moreover footage of Kelly attending the premier of the film is also shown in the video.

Release of “Breakaway”

This song actually came out twice. The first time was on 19 July 2004 as the lead single to the soundtrack of the Disney rom-com “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement”. And accordingly, in that case it was published by Walt Disney Records.

The second time was as part of Kelly’s sophomore album, which was also entitled “Breakaway”. And in this case, the track was issued as the fifth single on 30 May 2006 and published by RCA Records.

Accolades

“Breakaway” was a huge success, charting internationally in over 15 countries. This included topping Billboard’s Adult Contemporary ranking. In fact in doing so and maintaining this position for 21 weeks, Clarkson tied the record for a female artist staying atop of the Adult Contemporary chart, which was set by Céline Dion (with “A New Day Has Come”) in 2002.

Moreover this track has been certified Gold in four countries – Australia, Canada, the United States and even Macao.

Writing Credits

The writer of this song is actually another prominent songstress, Avril Lavigne, along with Bridget Benenate and Matthew Gerrard. In fact it was originally intended to be featured on one of Lavigne’s own project but ultimately did not make the cut.

And “Breakaway” was produced by John Shanks.

Notable Performance

“The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” served as the venue in which Kelly Clarkson first performed “Breakaway” live.  And this occurred during August of 2004.

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