Setting the vibe with an enigmatic frequency and immersive piano, interwoven with cosmic details, Doc Fischbach open his song Finally Free with the vulnerable and self-realized lyrics, “You couldn’t see me through the smoke, maybe that’s a choice you made, the way you left me drowning, somebody else’s mistake, I never wanted to be lost, sometimes you lose your way…”
The introspective rising artist from Denver delivers a flawless vocal, which is unsurprising as Doc has been singing since the age of three, and also sings the national anthem at sporting events.
Speaking on themes of the track, Doc says, “I had a relationship that was totally emotionally abusive and every aspect of my life was controlled. This song was inspired the day I decided to finally get off my ADHD meds that my previous partner had pushed at me constantly. It is about finally being done with that last bit of control that person had over me.”
Finally Free is full of emotion, with an immersive soundscape, luscious production, glistening piano and guitar details, and a profound and moving delivery from Doc, as he sings “You were oh so wrong about me, I broke these chains, finally free…”
When discussing his intention, Doc says, “I hope that at the end of my life, I can look back and say that I’ve really done something to help people and to make a difference. My music is for those people who have had rough times in life and are looking to feel understood.”
We can feel that energy come through boldly with Finally Free, which asserts Doc’s freedom and self-worth through a lens of transcendental and empowering contemporary pop.
Looking back at the reason that he wrote the song, Doc expands, “This song is meant to inspire those who aren’t sure if they can do it on their own. It is a strong message that things will be better. This song has a purpose to help people as it has helped me. You never know who out there could really benefit from hearing this so that is why I put my hard life lessons into music for the world to hear.”
When discussing his inspirations, Doc cites Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift and The Fray, which we can hear coming through in Doc’s body of work, although it is clear that he is creating a universe of his own with profound references to “pharmaceutical poison” and his brand of self-realized artistry.
Finally Free was recorded in Evergreen, Colorado at The Spot Studios and produced with Glenn Sawyer. We are happy that Doc has found his voice and freedom again, and we have added Finally Free to our New Music Spotlight playlist and have been exploring Doc Fischbach‘s wider discography including No More Roommates and The Writing’s on the Wall.