Homesick
Instant poetry Lyrics
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My back has been aching for so long
but usually I´m feeling strong
I try so hard but I still feel weak
I still feel homesick
My ass it seldom got wet
I´m trying but I don´t know the trick
I still feel homesick
Homesick
No doubt about it
I still feel homesick
Even if I see the light
Even if I win this fight
Even if I knew the trick
I´d still feel homesick
(I wonder if I ever get home again)
If I`m far away
I`m feeling homesick everyday
I fall down on my knees and pray
I keep praying night and day
I feel homesick
If there`s any price to pay
If I come back I will stay
I will do so anyway
before my memories fade to grey
I feel homesick
The song "Homesick" by Instant Poetry is a representation of a person’s feeling of longing for home. The first two lines, "My back has been aching for so long, but usually I’m feeling strong" demonstrate that the singer has been feeling physically and emotionally drained for a long time, even though by nature, they are a strong person. They try to overcome these feelings of weakness but can't seem to find the right solution. The lyrics "My ass it seldom got wet, my soul feels alright yet" is a metaphor for the external world of the singer being comfortable, but their internal world still feels empty, leading them to a place of homesickness. The phrase "I still feel homesick" is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the notion that despite trying to find home in various ways, the feeling still persists, and they cannot escape it.
The singer acknowledges that even if they win the battle and overcome their struggles, they would still feel homesick regardless of how well they’re doing in life. The line "I wonder if I ever get home again” shows that they’re not sure if they’ll ever find a place they can truly call home. The lyrics "fall down on my knees and pray, I keep praying night and day," convey desperation and a sincere longing for a sense of belonging. They are willing to pay any price to feel rooted and grounded, and they want to make bold decisions before their memories are faded.
In conclusion, "Homesick" expresses the feeling of longing for one's hometown or loved ones, a sensation that many people often face in their lives. The song reflects on the difficulties of trying to find a place to belong, even though one might be surrounded by comfort, joy and luxury.
Line by Line Meaning
My back has been aching for so long
I have been constantly burdened by my worries and responsibilities
but usually I´m feeling strong
Despite this, I am typically able to handle everything with a sense of inner strength
I try so hard but I still feel weak
However, sometimes my efforts falter and I feel inadequate and powerless
I still feel homesick
Ultimately, this feeling of homesickness never truly goes away
My ass it seldom got wet
I haven't experienced much hardship or struggle in my life
My soul feels alright yet
Despite this lack of struggle, my spirit remains content and fulfilled
I´m trying but I don´t know the trick
I am continuously striving to find meaning and purpose, but I am unsure of the path to take
Homesick
This pervasive feeling of homesickness remains a constant presence in my life
No doubt about it
There is no denying the intensity and depth of my homesickness
Even if I see the light
Even if I find enlightenment and clarity in my life
Even if I win this fight
Even if I overcome my struggles and achieve my goals
Even if I knew the trick
Even if I had all the answers and knew the key to my happiness
I´d still feel homesick
This underlying feeling of homesickness would still persist
(I wonder if I ever get home again)
I am unsure if I will ever feel truly at home and fulfilled in this world
If I`m far away
If I am physically distant from my roots and past
I'm feeling homesick everyday
I experience a daily longing and sense of sadness for my home and past
I fall down on my knees and pray
I turn to a higher power in hopes of finding solace and comfort
I keep praying night and day
I continuously seek comfort and guidance through prayer
If there's any price to pay
Regardless of the cost or sacrifice required
If I come back I will stay
If I have the opportunity to return to my roots and past, I will choose to remain there
I will do so anyway
I am determined to follow this path, regardless of any obstacles or challenges I may face
before my memories fade to grey
I fear losing the vibrancy and meaning of my past through the passage of time
I feel homesick
Throughout it all, this feeling of homesickness remains a constant presence in my life
Contributed by Kennedy D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hameed_ludba
I suppressed the homesick feeling, but in past few days, I miss home very much and I'm scared of my future... whether I will achieve my goals or not...
@purple3645
Have faith , give your best..you will achieve it. I miss home too .
@cooltoad691
I don't know if I am right but I think even if you don't you are going to be okay.
@pariskate1997
Same here 😔
@damage0311
You'll be okay, my friend
@azzharasalwa4977
I know what you feel :'
@gauravsarup
Life is tough for us students. But you know its those sacrifices that are worth it in the end. Its been 1 month i am here in canada and trust me it is very tough. I dont have friends here and i find it difficult making friends in the university. Assignments are tough and difficult. I miss my grandparentd alot. It sucks to do my own laundry, make my own food, go to uni when you know you are all alone. But i saw an oscar speech once where mathew said ' When you got god you got a friend and that is you ' and this motivates me. It has been a tough journey and trust me it will be, but its worth it in the end i guess? I understand all of you and this pain sucks but all you guys need to know that it will be okay :D
@kavinayavijayan323
J0keriznogoud I feel the same way u do.... it hurts so bad to have no one around... bt I too hope atleast it ll b worth in the end... good luck
@gauravsarup
Kavinaya Vijayan Thanks, best of luck to you too.
@yehezkielrickjoyner6843
I'm a high school student but have to stay in a dorm and my house from the school is really far away (i'm talking 2 hours of flight and 2 days of roadtrip) but your comment just made me realize leaving something you so loved and cherished so much from your childhood until now is a pain i get it, but that's the sacrifice i have to make for me to have better life in the future 😖😢😭