Most notably, Dylan Longworth has an innate ability to capture feelings of heartbreak, sadness & unrequited love through music, Keen to show versatility within their own recordings, Dylan continues to shake off the notion of having a set genre, choosing to instead create songs with hip-hop, hyper-pop & even punk influences.
After receiving a diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome at the age of 7, the notion of fitting in wasn't easy. But Dylan Longworth fueled their passion for music via performances at local karaoke spots, quickly building themselves up as a recognizable character within the small home town. Described by peers as "a charismatic powerhouse, harnessing the vocal energy of the greats", Dylan picked up both piano & the guitar at the ages of 6 & 14.
Spreading a message of openness, Dylan Longworth strives for their music to connect with people in the hope it can provide reassurance for those going through low points in their life & that we shouldn't be afraid to show our true feelings. ~ Noah Sellers, BACKLIGHT
Hometown
Dylan Longworth Lyrics
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walk around, never make a sound, yeah
8 now, drugged out
every thought in my head is too loud
on the corner of stumbling to the fucking bottom
blue pill, red pill, too many fucking bottles
gone now, and i found
that this anxiety is killing me now
just trying to get by by any means
fake smiles, and routines
no one knows what's going on behind the scenes
never thought i would end up being so pessimistic
cause i keep breaking myself just to never go and fix it
no sleep, and i see
that all i needed was to go and be free
4000 people out here
thank god i left it that year
all keep their heads in the mirror
and their peaks are closer than they appear
hometown of zombies and ghosts
fled west, oh i had to go
got tired of everyone holding back on finding their growth
19, come spring
i got stuck in the in-between, yeah
no job, no keys
but i know i wanna be something
paying rent with loan, i'm feeling so dependent
start missing my home, and everybody in it
pain stings, the sound rings
but back home, at least they're in the swings of things
4000 people out there
at least their visions are clear
i keep my head in the mirror
and my peak is closer than it appears
hometown of zombies and ghosts
at least their heads are afloat
got tired of looking back, wish that i had kept finding my growth
The song "Hometown" by Dylan Longworth explores the themes of feeling trapped and suffocated in one's hometown, struggling with anxiety, and searching for personal growth and freedom. The lyrics depict a sense of isolation and frustration, with the singer feeling like a lost and unnoticed soul in their own community.
In the first verse, the singer describes walking around their hometown with their head down, never making a sound. The line "every thought in my head is too loud" suggests that the singer is overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions, possibly indicating a struggle with anxiety. They feel stuck, stumbling towards the bottom, and turning to drugs as a means of escape. The lyrics convey a sense of disillusionment, as the singer breaks themselves apart but never fixes the underlying issues.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on their decision to leave their hometown. They express relief and gratitude for leaving behind the small, stagnant community. The line "hometown of zombies and ghosts" suggests that the town represents a place where dreams and aspirations go to die. The singer describes their own journey of self-discovery, feeling stuck in the in-between stage, unemployed and unsure of their future. However, they hold onto the belief that they want to become something more.
In the final verse, the singer acknowledges the challenges of their new life, paying rent with loans and feeling dependent. They start to miss their hometown and the people in it, realizing that despite its flaws, at least they were still active and involved in their own lives. They express a longing for a sense of belonging and regret for not continuing their personal growth.
Overall, "Hometown" captures the struggle of feeling trapped and suffocated in a small community, battling anxiety, and searching for personal growth and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
hometown, head down
I feel trapped and discouraged in my hometown, trying to keep a low profile.
walk around, never make a sound, yeah
I go through life quietly, not speaking up or drawing attention to myself.
8 now, drugged out
At a young age, I feel overwhelmed and numb from the effects of drugs.
every thought in my head is too loud
My mind is constantly filled with noisy and overwhelming thoughts.
on the corner of stumbling to the fucking bottom
I am on the edge of losing control and spiraling downward.
blue pill, red pill, too many fucking bottles
I rely on medication and substances as a coping mechanism.
gone now, and i found
I have left my hometown and discovered something new.
that this anxiety is killing me now
My anxiety is becoming unbearable and detrimental to my wellbeing.
13, no dreams
At a young age, I lack aspirations or goals.
just trying to get by by any means
I am simply doing whatever it takes to survive and make ends meet.
fake smiles, and routines
I put on a facade of happiness, going through the motions of daily life.
no one knows what's going on behind the scenes
I keep my struggles and true emotions hidden from others.
never thought i would end up being so pessimistic
I never anticipated becoming so negative and seeing the worst in everything.
cause i keep breaking myself just to never go and fix it
I continuously self-destruct without taking the necessary steps to heal or improve.
no sleep, and i see
I suffer from insomnia and it has made me realize something important.
that all i needed was to go and be free
I have come to understand that true freedom is what I have been longing for.
4000 people out here
In this new place, there are thousands of people around me.
thank god i left it that year
I express gratitude for having left my hometown during that particular year.
all keep their heads in the mirror
Everyone seems to be self-focused and focused on their own image and reflection.
and their peaks are closer than they appear
From the outside, it seems like they are reaching their goals faster than expected.
hometown of zombies and ghosts
My hometown is filled with people who seem emotionally disconnected and lost.
fled west, oh i had to go
I decided to escape to the west, feeling the need to leave my past behind.
got tired of everyone holding back on finding their growth
I became exhausted by witnessing others' reluctance to pursue personal development.
19, come spring
When I turned 19, spring had arrived.
i got stuck in the in-between, yeah
I found myself in a state of limbo, unable to progress or make choices.
no job, no keys
I am unemployed and lack independence or stability.
but i know i wanna be something
Despite my current situation, I have a desire to become someone or achieve something meaningful.
paying rent with loan, i'm feeling so dependent
I rely on loans to pay my rent, feeling trapped and reliant on others.
start missing my home, and everybody in it
I begin to feel homesick and long for the familiarity and presence of everyone back home.
pain stings, the sound rings
The pain I experience hurts deeply and echoes in my mind.
but back home, at least they're in the swings of things
In my hometown, people are actively involved and engaged in their lives.
4000 people out there
In this new place, there are thousands of people around me.
at least their visions are clear
Unlike me, they seem to have a clear sense of purpose and direction.
i keep my head in the mirror
I remain self-reflective and focused on my own journey.
and my peak is closer than it appears
Although it may not seem like it, I am closer to achieving my goals and reaching my full potential.
hometown of zombies and ghosts
My hometown is filled with people who seem emotionally disconnected and lost.
at least their heads are afloat
Despite their struggles, they still manage to keep their heads above water.
got tired of looking back, wish that i had kept finding my growth
I grew weary of dwelling on the past and regret not continuously pursuing personal growth.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DYLAN LONGWORTH
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Dylan Longworth
thank youuu for uploading this :) means a lot!
Gregory M
Dude this is so good! Keep at it!! 🔥
Patchworkii
@Dylan Longworth pretty decent, ig lol. WBY!?! how've u been doing?!
Dylan Longworth
@Patchworkii holy shit dude imy how have you been?!?!?!
Patchworkii
Oh. My. God. DYLAN I DIDN'T EXPECT TO SEE YOU ON THIS CHANNEL AWKDSHFJNADF! You're songs are always amazing wow!
weird to ask but do you remember me? from Destiny 2, Aspen_Fox?
Marcus S103
This song is beautiful bro 👍
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Love💙💙💙
Resident
absolutely beautiful 💕
Dylan Longworth
i miss you so much 🥺😭♥️
Tundrea George
it's a beautiful song!