"Got to Be Free" is a song written by Ray Davies and performed by British rock band the Kinks.
[1][2] The lyrics also act as a commentary on the music business, a recurring theme in Lola versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One).
[3] The song begins with some gentle strumming on Ray Davies' signature National Steel resonator guitar.
Soon, a banjo joins in played by regular lead guitarist and brother to Ray, Dave Davies.
It eventually evolves into a more powerful rock song feel, but these influences remain apparent throughout its length.