Break Free

Break Free is a song by American singer Ariana Grande, featuring Russian-German music producer Zedd. The song was released as a single from Grande's second studio album, My Everything, and features production from Zedd and Max Martin. The song's composition and production involved several notable musicians, including Ilya Salmanzadeh and Savan Kotecha. Grande has stated that she was inspired by the works of Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey while recording the song.

Introduction

Break Free is an electronic dance music song that features a prominent synthesizer riff and a drum machine-based beat. The song's lyrics, written by Zedd, Max Martin, and Savan Kotecha, speak to themes of independence and self-empowerment, with Grande drawing comparisons to the works of Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The song has been praised by critics, with many noting its catchy hook and Grande's impressive vocal range. Grande has performed the song live at several venues, including the MTV Video Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards, alongside other notable performers such as Katy Perry and Taylor Swift.

Background

The song was recorded at several studios, including Conway Recording Studios in Los Angeles and Wolf Cousins Studios in Stockholm. Grande worked with a team of producers, including Zedd and Max Martin, to create the song's distinctive sound. The song's production involved several notable musicians, including Ilya Salmanzadeh and Savan Kotecha, who have also worked with artists such as Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. Grande has stated that she was inspired by the works of Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey while recording the song, and has also cited Madonna and Janet Jackson as influences.

Composition

The song is written in the key of C minor and features a tempo of 130 beats per minute. The song's composition is notable for its use of synthesizers and drum machines, which create a distinctive electronic dance music sound. The song's lyrics, written by Zedd, Max Martin, and Savan Kotecha, speak to themes of independence and self-empowerment, with Grande drawing comparisons to the works of Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The song has been praised by critics, with many noting its catchy hook and Grande's impressive vocal range, which has been compared to that of Christina Aguilera and Whitney Houston.

Release_and_Reception

The song was released as a single from Grande's second studio album, My Everything, and debuted at number 15 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The song received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its catchy hook and Grande's impressive vocal range. The song has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and has been streamed millions of times on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music, alongside other popular songs by artists such as Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.

Music_Video

The song's music video was directed by Chris Marrs Piliero and features Grande and Zedd performing the song in a futuristic science fiction-themed setting. The video was filmed in Los Angeles and features several notable special effects, including computer-generated imagery (CGI) and pyrotechnics. The video has been viewed millions of times on YouTube and has been praised by critics for its creative visuals and Grande's impressive performance, which has been compared to that of Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. The video has also been nominated for several awards, including a MTV Video Music Award and a Teen Choice Award, alongside other notable videos by artists such as Katy Perry and Taylor Swift.

Live_Performances

Grande has performed the song live at several venues, including the MTV Video Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards, alongside other notable performers such as Katy Perry and Taylor Swift. The song was also performed on Grande's The Honeymoon Tour and Dangerous Woman Tour, which featured several other notable songs, including Problem and Love Me Harder. Grande has also performed the song at several music festivals, including Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Lollapalooza, alongside other notable performers such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The song has been well-received by audiences and critics, with many praising Grande's impressive vocal range and energetic performance, which has been compared to that of Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston.