Lyric discussion by Blackbird_1565 

According to the liner notes, both the words and music were written by Mr. Brett.

Therefore, considering the time period and the author, it could very well be about drugs. However I'm more inclined to think that it's about gaining free thought, especially with lines like, "break with tradition, carry on with valor" and "challenge convention, radiate your splendor"

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