Caledonia
Jackson Leon Lyrics
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The changes that have come over me
In these last few days I've been afraid
That I might drift away
So I've been telling old stories singing songs
That make me think about where I came from
And that's the reason why I seem so far away today
That I think about you all the time
Caledonia you're calling me
And now I'm going home
And if I should become a stranger
You know that it would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Now I have moved and I kept on moving
Proved the points that I needed proving
Lost the friends that I needed losing
And found others on the way
And I've kissed the ladies and left them crying
Stolen dreams oh there's no denying
And I have travelled hard with my coat tails flying
Somewhere in the wind
So let me tell you that I love you
That I think about you all the time
Caledonia you're calling me
And now I'm going home
And if I should become a stranger
You know that it would make me more than sad
Caledonia your the best friend I've ever had
[instrumental]
So let me tell you that I love you
That I think about you all the time
Caledonia you're calling me
And now I'm going home
And if I should become a stranger
You know that it would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
The song "Caledonia" by Jackson Leon is a tribute to Scotland, the beloved homeland of the songwriter. The lyrics explore the changes that have come over the singer in the past few days, and the fear of drifting away from what's really important. As a result, the singer tells old stories and sings songs that remind him of home.
The chorus is the most poignant part of the song, with the singer declaring his love for Scotland and his longing to return home. He acknowledges that he has moved around a lot, proving his points and losing friends along the way, but Scotland has always been a constant in his life. It is his best friend and everything he's ever had.
The instrumental break after the second verse allows for a moment of reflection before the final repetition of the chorus. The simple but powerful lyrics, combined with the gentle melody, create a sense of nostalgia and a longing for the simplicity of the past.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know if you can see
I'm not sure if you've noticed
The changes that have come over me
How much I've changed recently
In these last few days I've been afraid
Lately, I've been scared
That I might drift away
That I'll lose touch with my roots
So I've been telling old stories singing songs
To reconnect with my past, I've been reminiscing and singing
That make me think about where I came from
Which makes me remember my hometown
And that's the reason why I seem so far away today
Hence, why I might seem distant currently.
So let me tell you that I love you
I want to express my love for you
That I think about you all the time
I think about you constantly
Caledonia you're calling me
My hometown, Caledonia, is beckoning me
And now I'm going home
So, I'm heading home
And if I should become a stranger
If I become distant
You know that it would make me more than sad
It would devastate me
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
My hometown has been my everything
Now I have moved and I kept on moving
I've traveled a lot and I keep on moving
Proved the points that I needed proving
Achieved what I wanted to prove to myself
Lost the friends that I needed losing
Lost toxic people from my life
And found others on the way
Met new friends along the way
And I've kissed the ladies and left them crying
I've had relationships with women that have ended sadly
Stolen dreams oh there's no denying
I've taken opportunities from others
And I have travelled hard with my coat tails flying
I've traveled vigorously and with enthusiasm
Somewhere in the wind
In the vast open spaces of the world
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
My hometown has been my everything
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
My hometown has been my everything
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Ashbranch Juniper
This is my favorite version of this song that I've heard!
ayrshireman94
No offence to anyone else, but this is way better
Tom Munro
Well sung Leon, keep singing.
sophie rose
I'm not Scottish but I can say what a" BEAUTIFUL" voice.. Still current in 2018. Come back LEON JACKSON. SOD Simon Cowell.
Donna Barker
This song brings a tear to my eye every time i hear it,my heart & soul is 100% scottish and my papa wld sing this very well, brill
Alison Mclaughlin
love this version 👍
Abbi Gallgher
I just love this song ♥♦
Amelia
One of the primary 7 end of year songs in primary school. Made everyone cry XD
Ger Butler
what a lovely singer i love the way he sings this song
Ryan Laskey
i live in england and im actually scottish so the message of this song really touches home.