Welcome Home
Jeff Stuart and the Hearts Lyrics
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If they're gone for a couple of days
Welcome home I say
Will the sentence get reduced
If we deny that there is truth
Welcome home I say
Welcome home, welcome home, to the sticky tar pits of injustice
Welcome home, welcome home, back to backwards backside thinking
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Will our way of life survive
Death cult anti-vaxxicide
Welcome home I say
Smoke filled urban city air
Rural farmers in despair
Welcome home I say
Welcome home, welcome home, to the sticky tar pits of injustice
Welcome home to all the pain
Welcome home, welcome home, back to backwards backside thinking
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Welcome home, America, welcome home
The home of the free unless you're tired and hungry
Then bleed 'em out and sell the remains
If we're to be, the great experiment of nations
We can start by what we mean by "we"
When you fight and you survive
Returning broken but alive
Welcome home I say
Is it better? Is it worse?
Power brings with it a curse
Welcome home I say
Welcome home, welcome home, to the sticky tar pits of injustice
Welcome home to all the pain
Welcome home, welcome home, back to backwards backside thinking
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Welcome home, America, welcome home
The lyrics of "Welcome Home" by Jeff Stuart and the Hearts convey a critical reflection on the state of society and the notion of home in America. The opening lines question whether our problems truly disappear when we momentarily escape them, emphasizing the temporary nature of relief. The repetition of "welcome home" suggests a sarcastic tone, as if the singer is ironically welcoming us back to a flawed and unjust system.
The song tackles various societal issues, such as the denial of truth and the reduction of consequences for our actions. The lyrics imply that our way of life may be at stake, referencing the threat of death cults and the controversy surrounding vaccinations. The contrasting images of smoke-filled urban city air and rural farmers in despair suggest the widespread suffering caused by inequality and neglect.
"Welcome Home" also criticizes the political and cultural landscape, describing it as a sticky tar pit of injustice. It highlights the pain endured by individuals and the prevalence of regressive thinking. The reference to America as a home further emphasizes the criticism, suggesting that these issues are deeply intertwined with the identity and values of the nation.
Overall, the song invites reflection on the state of society, urging listeners to question the status quo and strive for positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Do our problems go away?
Will our challenges and difficulties disappear?
If they're gone for a couple of days
If temporary relief is experienced
Welcome home I say
It is said in a sarcastic tone to mock the idea of finding solace or resolution
Will the sentence get reduced
Will the punishment or consequences be lessened?
If we deny that there is truth
If we refuse to acknowledge reality
Welcome home I say
Uttered sarcastically again, implying that such denial won't bring any positive change
Welcome home, welcome home, to the sticky tar pits of injustice
Mockingly welcoming everyone to the oppressive and unfair systems of society
Welcome home to all the pain
Sardonically greeting the suffering that awaits
Welcome home, welcome home, back to backwards backside thinking
Mockingly acknowledging the regressive and foolish mindset prevailing
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Ironically welcoming America to its own flawed reality
Will our way of life survive
Will our current lifestyle endure?
Death cult anti-vaxxicide
Referring to the dangers and irrationality of anti-vaccine movements
Welcome home I say
Uttered sarcastically, expressing a resigned acceptance of the situation
Smoke filled urban city air
Describing the polluted atmosphere of urban areas
Rural farmers in despair
Depicting the distress experienced by farmers in rural communities
Welcome home I say
Uttered sarcastically once more, indicating helplessness and resignation
The home of the free unless you're tired and hungry
Highlighting the contradiction in claiming freedom while neglecting the needs of the weary and hungry
Then bleed 'em out and sell the remains
Sardonically referring to exploiting and profiting from those who are vulnerable
If we're to be, the great experiment of nations
If we are meant to be a significant trial for the world
We can start by what we mean by "we"
We should define and understand who is included in the concept of 'we'
When you fight and you survive
When you engage in struggle and manage to persevere
Returning broken but alive
Coming back damaged, yet still breathing
Welcome home I say
Uttered with resignation, accepting the harshness of existence
Is it better? Is it worse?
Questioning whether the current state is an improvement or a decline
Power brings with it a curse
Acknowledging the negative consequences that come with wielding power
Welcome home I say
Sarcastically accepting the unfavorable outcomes of power dynamics
Welcome home, welcome home, to the sticky tar pits of injustice
Mockingly greeting everyone to the entangling and unjust nature of society
Welcome home to all the pain
Ironically inviting all to experience the suffering and agony
Welcome home, welcome home, back to backwards backside thinking
Ridiculously welcoming everyone to the regressive and nonsensical mindset once again
Welcome home, America, welcome home
Sardonically welcoming America to its own flawed reality once more
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Written by: Kevin Ruggeri, Mike Levy
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