Feel Like Home
Fort Minor Lyrics

These days are dark and the nights are cold
The world is going through a tough time and everything seems bleak and depressing

People acting like they've lost their soul
Everyone seems to have lost their way and are not acting like themselves

And everywhere I go I see another person like me
The singer sees others who are struggling and trying to make sense of their lives

Trying to make it all feel like home
Everyone is trying to find a sense of comfort and familiarity amidst the chaos

Standing on the bridge in the dark and I'm seeing my breath
The artist is outside in the cold, contemplating their life and surroundings

Trying to make it home without freezing to death
The singer is struggling to survive in the harsh, cold world

And my grandfather's face is stuck in my mind
The singer is thinking about their family and the memories they have with them

And how seeing him tonight's gonna be the last time
The artist knows they will soon lose their loved one and is processing these emotions

I should've brought a jacket
The artist is regretting not being better prepared for the cold weather

Blowing in my hands like it's really gonna stop the chill
The artist is trying to stay warm in any way they can

I buy a cup of coffee with a five dollar bill
The singer is willing to spend money to try and feel better

Thinking, laying in that box people look so still
The artist is considering the finality of death and the significance of our time on earth

At times like these you start thinking
The singer is in a vulnerable state and prone to introspection

Your first breath in and the clock starts ticking
Life is fleeting and every moment counts

I'm not trying to bum anyone out
The singer is aware of their melancholic tone and doesn't want to bring anyone down

Not trying to be dramatic, just thinking out loud
The artist is simply expressing their thoughts and feelings

I'm just trying to make some sense in my mind
The artist is trying to understand the world around them and their place in it

Some defence from the cold that I'm feeling outside
The singer is searching for something to protect them from the harshness of the world

And for a minute, escape with some rhythm and rhyme
The singer is finding solace in music and the creative arts

And get away from the grey just a bit of the time
The artist is trying to find happiness and color in a dreary world

Yeah, kinda funny how this world can treat you
The world is unpredictable and can be cruel

Like a freak in a sideshow, a carnival creature
The artist feels like an outcast or an oddity in society

Climbing outta cans, I'm a diamond in the sand
The singer has risen above their struggles and is unique and valuable

But you can't tell the difference on a beach full of rhinestones
In a world full of mediocrity, it's hard to recognize true talent and beauty

My life's like trying to swallow a pinecone
The singer's life is difficult and full of obstacles

It's tough when you live fast, just to die slow
Living recklessly can lead to a slow, painful decline

Talk to dial tones, my dreams are far fetched
The singer has no one to talk to and their aspirations seem impossible

It seems so I sleep underneath this park bench
The artist is homeless and struggling to survive

I know it don't make sense
The artist is aware of the illogical nature of their life and situation

And I don't expect for you to know what it's like
The singer doesn't think anyone else can truly understand their pain

Smoke, drink, piss, sniffing everything in my sight
The singer is engaging in destructive behavior to cope with their struggles

Push rocks in a pipe
The artist is addicted to drugs and is using them to numb their pain

Liftoff, I keep puffin' 'til my lips turn white
The artist is addicted to smoking and can't stop

And my chest gets tight, but who the fuck really cares
The artist feels alone and like no one cares about their wellbeing

When you're so far left that even death looks right
The singer feels like death may be a welcome relief from their struggles

All I can do is hope for the best and pray
The artist is relying on faith to get them through their troubles

That it gets a little better than yesterday
The singer is holding onto the hope that things will improve over time

Pardon me I think I'm next to url
The singer is feeling lost and displaced

Too many problems going on that's why I left my girl
The singer is dealing with personal issues and had to leave their relationship

Packed my bags and I traveled with a pen and my notepad
The artist has turned to writing to heal and process their emotions

Pissed that I was broke and all the things that I don't have
The artist is frustrated with their financial situation and lack of possessions

But still, I try to find a way to escape
The singer is searching for a way to cope and to find happiness

From all the hate planted in my head which lead to mistakes
The singer is battling their negative thoughts and regrets

But now I'm breaking the mold, see I was patient and calm
The artist has found a new sense of self and is becoming more confident

Many sleep in the rain, but I'm awake in the storm
The artist is resilient and can handle challenges that others cannot

Writing my life in a short film, The Rise and Fall
The artist is using their artistic skills to document and share their life experiences

How I managed to scorch hills and climb the walls
The singer has overcome obstacles and is proud of what they have accomplished

Pound pavement aimless in this cold existence
The artist has felt lost and directionless in their life

Even though things are changing I'm going the distance
The singer is determined to continue moving forward and growing

Overcoming the doubt that had control for so long
The singer has overcome their self-doubt and is becoming more confident

And put it all behind me 'cause life still goes on
The singer is moving on from their past and looking towards the future

Now I'm much stronger, I know where I stand
The artist has grown and become more self-assured through their struggles

While lost souls search over and over again
The artist has found clarity and purpose, while others are still searching for meaning

And everybody's trying not to cry, trying to get by
Everyone is struggling to keep it together and face their challenges

And trying not to feel out of control
People are trying to maintain a sense of stability and order in their lives

And if you look hard enough
If you search diligently

Sometimes you'll find a place that might just remind you of home
You may find comfort and familiarity in unexpected places

But if it doesn't feel like home, you can do what I do
If you don't feel like you belong or have a place to call home

Just pretend you don't feel so alone
Try to make the most of the situation and find ways to not let loneliness consume you