Hometown Glory
â„Adele Lyrics
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Missing out the cracks in the pavement
And turning my heel and strutting my feet
"Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Is there anyone I could call?"
"No and thank you, please Madam.
I ain't lost, just wandering"
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of now
I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
You get the people and the government
Everybody taking different sides
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
Shows that we are united
Shows that we ain't gonna take it
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
Shows that we are united
Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met yea
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of my world
Of my world, yeah
Of my world
Of my world, yeah
The opening verse of Adele's "Hometown Glory" paints a picture of someone walking in the same path they always have, avoiding the cracks in the pavement. The imagery here is undoubtedly meant to convey the idea of habitual behavior and someone lacking in spontaneity. Nevertheless, the singer meets a woman who offers to help him, to which the singer responds that he is just wandering without being lost. The use of the word wandering is interesting because it carries a purposeful connotation rather than being entirely aimless. Perhaps the singer feels aimless in his hometown, but he's still searching for something.
In the chorus, we find out that the singer's hometown is a place filled with memories and people he's met who are "the wonders of his world." This line offers many layers of meaning as the word "wonders" has both positive and negative connotations. It can refer to the splendors and marvels of the world, but it can also mean things that cause surprise and confusion. Here, however, it's evident that the singer regards the people he's met with fondness and admiration, marveling at the wonderful experiences he has had.
Then we roll into the second verse, and the mood takes a somewhat different direction as we find out that the singer likes being in the city when the air is thick and opaque. The imagery here is mainly sensual in nature, and the singer likes seeing people in their summer clothes on the street. The chorus once again punctuates the verse with the affirmation that the people in the singer's hometown are the wonders of his world.
Overall, "Hometown Glory" presents a nostalgic look back at the singer's hometown, evoking feelings of longing and affection for the place where he grew up. The song is essentially about roots and the things that ground us, even if we don't always know which direction we're headed.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been walking in the same way as I did
I have been following the same routine and path as always.
Missing out the cracks in the pavement
I am ignoring the small imperfections in my surroundings.
And turning my heel and strutting my feet
I walk with confidence and purpose.
"Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Someone is offering to help me.
Is there anyone I could call?"
They are willing to connect me with someone who can help.
"No and thank you, please Madam.
I decline the offer with politeness.
I ain't lost, just wandering"
I am not lost, but I am exploring and discovering new things.
Round my hometown
I am reflecting on my home and surroundings.
Memories are fresh
I have many vivid memories of this place.
Ooh the people I've met
I have met many interesting and remarkable people here.
Are the wonders of my world
These people are what make my world special.
I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I enjoy the atmosphere of the city, especially when it is polluted and hazy.
I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I appreciate the diversity and fashion of the people in the city.
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
I enjoy the tension and contrast between different groups and cultures.
You get the people and the government
The government is often at odds with the everyday people.
Everybody taking different sides
People have different opinions and beliefs, which can lead to conflict.
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
We are no longer willing to accept mistreatment or injustice.
Shows that we are united
We stand together in solidarity against oppression and inequality.
Round my hometown
I am returning to my roots and reflecting on my upbringing.
Memories are fresh
I have many vivid memories of this place, even though I have left and returned.
Ooh the people I've met yea
I have had meaningful and personal connections with many people here.
Are the wonders of my world
These people are what make my world special and meaningful to me.
Of my world, yeah
These people are an essential part of my identity and sense of self.
Of my world
These people define my world, my experiences, and my memories.
Of my world, yeah
These people are a constant presence in my life and memories.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADELE LAURIE BLUE ADKINS
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Lyrics
I've been walking in the same way as I did
Missing out the cracks in the pavement
And turning my heel and strutting my feet
"Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Is there anyone I could call?"
"No and thank you, please Madam
I ain't lost, just wandering"
'Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
'Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of now
I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
You get the people and the government
Everybody taking different sides
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
Shows that we are united
Shows that we ain't gonna take it
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
Shows that we are united
'Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
'Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met yeah
Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
Do-do-do-do-ohh-ohh, yeah
Yeah, yeah, hey, ay
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of my world
Of my world, yeah
Of my world
Of my world, yeah
@theharshtruthoutthere
These souls, who are the most deeply in the lies, shall have the most powerful testimony's.
Every one, EVERY ONE is called to repentance, to born again, to count the cost of becoming CHRISTIAN.
For we all are HUMAN BEINGS and sinned and fallen short in the glory of GOD, therefore to us all a way to SALVATION is given, THROUGH CHRIST goes the only way, WHICH IS NARROW not wide.
"people are uncomfortable speaking about this" - that`s because they SIN that bad.
And if truth hurts us that bad, we then better pray, that we never gonna know nor understand how badly sick and evil we have become all these 3 times:
- before the flood,
- before the burn up city,
- now, before the fire.
3 blown up chances. Why are we worry about climate changes? No climate change. All we do witness is THE (RIGHTEOUS) WRATH OF GOD. Why? - cause we`re SICK AND EVIL. Were WICKED.
Souls, time to stop using all these emojis and hand signs, for all these origin from masonry and do so in both places: online and offline.
Romans 3:23
For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Luke 5:32
I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
John 14:6
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
All the famous and rich names give up being a CHRISTIAN (if they, a FTMs and MTFs even were ) on that very moment they signed the contract or as they also admit, that they did made the deal with the devil.
@MestarhTv
I love how we all randomly decided to listen to Adele from 11 years ago
@vmaze1593
me too!!
@NikoRoyal
This one stays in the rotation
@rodrigoaraujoamorim6589
timeless anthem....
@johnmichaelymascasimpan9853
definitely me while doing school works.
@jetlirlajqi6977
more like 13 years ago
@PaLPNick
It is 2020 but this is timeless ... what an artist ...
@йаŃŃŃĐœĐ°ĐŃĐ·ŃŃĐ”ĐœĐșĐŸ-ĐČ4Đ»
Lxcky, yessss. Sheâs a Godâs gift to us all.
@greenapple8046
Power Womanđ
@joolia808
She was more pure and beautiful back then.