"Breakaway" is a 2004 song written by Avril Lavigne, Bridget Benenate and Matthew Gerrard and produced by John Shanks. It was recorded by pop rock singer Kelly Clarkson for the soundtrack to the film "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement" by Disney Records. It was also included on Clarkson's second album, "Breakaway" and was released as the album's first single. 