The song was rereleased as a single on July 22, 2008 with this alternate cover.
In a 2008 interview with Blues & Soul, Adele explained the song’s origins:
"I wrote ‘Hometown…’ on the guitar – it’s just four chords pressing one string – and it was actually the first song I ever wrote from start to finish. It was kind of about me and my mum not agreeing on where I should go to university. Because, though at first I’d wanted to go to Liverpool, later I changed my mind and wanted to go to university in London. But, because I love being at home and I’m really dependent on my mum, she still wanted me to go to Liverpool. So that I’d have to learn how to do things on my own, rather than still be coming home for dinner, having her do my washing and stuff like that. So in that way it was a kind of protest song about cherishing the memories – whether good or bad – of your hometown. Whereas – having only been to Liverpool about twice – there’s nothing there that comforts me, here in London – even if I’m having a really shit day – there’s still something I love about the place. So really yeah, in general it is an ode to the place where I’ve always lived".
Hometown Glory
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 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
In Adele's song "Hometown Glory," the first verse sees the singer describing her familiar walk through her hometown, mastering the landscape and where to avoid any cracks in the pavement. It's evident that she has a strong sense of belonging in her hometown, and it's her place of comfort. When someone offers her help, she quickly declines and explains that she isn't lost. Adele uses the phrase, "just wandering," which suggests that she takes pleasure in walking around in her hometown without a definite destination to go to.
The chorus describes Adele's hometown as the source of wonderful memories and the people she met there. It is where she feels at home, and the people and memories captured therein are the wonders of her world. The repetition of this line emphasizes her appreciation for her roots in her hometown. In the second verse, Adele talks about her love for the city, which is a contrast to the first verse. In an almost nostalgic manner, she talks about how she likes the atmosphere when everyone is out and about, enjoying the sunshine, and how she loves when two worlds collide.
In summary, the song "Hometown Glory" is a vivid description of the feelings of belonging and the vivid memories associated with one's hometown. Adele emphasizes that regardless of how well one might know or love the city, the hometown would always be special.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been walking in the same way as I did
I have been living my life here in the same pattern.
Missing out the cracks in the pavement
Ignoring the low points in my life in this location.
And turning my heel and strutting my feet
Walking confidently and with a sense of purpose.
"Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Asking if there is anything they can do for me out of politeness.
Is there anyone I could call?"
Asking if I needed any help from anyone, like a friend or family member.
"No and thank you, please Madam
Politely declining the help offered.
I ain't lost, just wandering"
I am not lost, I am exploring.
'Round my hometown
Around where I come from.
Memories are fresh
I remember my experiences here vividly.
Ooh the people I've met
I have had the pleasure of meeting many great people.
Are the wonders of my world
These people are what makes life wonderful for me.
I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I enjoy the city, especially when it’s busy and full of life.
I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I like the fashion and style choices people make when the weather is warm.
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
I enjoy that the city brings people together from all walks of life.
You get the people and the government
The city consists of both the people and the governing body.
Everybody taking different sides
People all have different opinions and beliefs.
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
This represents the defiance that people have towards things they disagree with.
Shows that we are united
Despite differences, people can come together and stand as one.
'Round my hometown
Back in my hometown.
Ooh the people I've met yeah
I have met many wonderful people here in my hometown.
Are the wonders of my world
These people are the best part of my life.
Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
Nonsensical sounds that express happiness and joy.
Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
More nonsensical sounds reflecting the positive mood of the song.
Do-do-do-do-ohh-ohh, yeah
Represents the artist’s excitement.
Yeah, yeah, hey, ay
Additional vocalizations adding to the captivating energy of the song.
Are the wonders of my world
These people in my hometown are what make my life good.
Are the wonders of my world
Emphasizing this point again, that the people are the best part.
Are the wonders of this world
Showing that this specific group of people in this place is special and unique.
Are the wonders of my world
Repeating for emphasis one more time that these people are important to me.
Of my world, yeah
These people in my hometown are what make my world special.
Of my world
Final emphasis that my hometown and its people play a significant role in my life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@neji1513
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 ...
@ТатьянаМузыченко-в4л
Lxcky, yessss. She’s a God’s gift to us all.
@greenapple8046
Power Woman😍
@joolia808
She was more pure and beautiful back then.