Homecoming
Justin Stone Lyrics


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Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah (Yeah)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah

If I- if I- if I die tonight
Don't cry a tear
See, I made it here
Yeah, I'm coming home (Ay, ay)
If I- if I die tonight
Give my family all my money
I don't need it where I'm going (Ay, ay)
If I- if I die tonight
Tell my momma "Be at peace"
Her boy be gone but so alive (But so alive)
Yeah, if I- if I die tonight (Die tonight)
If I- if I- if I die tonight (Yeah)

Sad boy but my bank full (Cashed)
Down and out but I came through
God talked to me like,
"Don't forget that I made you" (Don't you, don't you forget)
"I gave you this, I could take it away"
Give me the mic and I take it away (Yeah)
They try to block what I'm doing
Can't prevent it, homie, I'm making a way
Haters, I got hella
They want heat, well I got plenty
These women, they all up on me (Get back)
I swerve 'em, it drive 'em crazy
Told you I'm on a mission (Woo)
Got no time for a lady (Woo!)
Only ladies in my life my momma, sister, and Mercedes (Woo!)
Yelling, "Pay me!"
Tell these fools no playing (No, no)
Got the platform now they somehow say I'm overrated (Overrated)
I just dream that picture then I paint it (I paint that)
Go ahead and frame it up (Up)
Leaving the venue with the same homies
That came in with us (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Make it or fall
That's a risk that I'll take (I'll take that)
I promise on my life this album's gonna end the debate (No more)
I've been running out of patience
Watch out, I'm 'bout to rage (Yeah, rage)
I swear all my insecurities be gone on the stage, oh (Yeah, yeah)

I'm going through changes, some choices got me thinking twice
Lately, talk to the ceiling like,
"What we doing in this life?" (What we doing?)
Surprise the static didn't drown me out (Drown me out)
If I wrote for nothing, what I write about? (Write about)
Put some people 'round me that can hold me down (I hold that down)
'Cause I can't walk alone, there's shadows in the crowd (Ghosts)
Hear what I tell you
Thankful for the love that left
Sometimes need a lesson just to catch a breath (Catch a breath, yeah)

If I- if I- if I die tonight
Don't cry a tear
See, I made it here
Yeah, I'm coming home (Ay, ay)
If I- if I die tonight
Give my family all my money
I don't need it where I'm going (Ay, ay)
If I- if I die tonight
Tell my momma "Be at peace"
Her boy be gone but so alive (But so alive)




Yeah, if I- if I die tonight (Die tonight)
If I- if I- if I die tonight (Yeah)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Justin Stone's song "Homecoming" speak of the artist's journey to success in the music industry and his desire to give back to his family. The chorus of the song repeats: "If I die tonight, don't cry a tear, see, I made it here, yeah, I'm coming home." The artist is not despairing or contemplating suicide but rather saying that if he were to die, he would have found his way and achieved success. He is not afraid to die because he has accomplished his goals, and he just wants his family to be happy.


The song's bridge describes the artist's experiences with the music industry's struggles and his insecurities. "I'm going through changes, some choices got me thinking twice. Lately, talk to the ceiling like, 'What we doing in this life?'" implies that the artist is constantly questioning whether he is doing the right thing in his life. Yet, he recognizes that music is his purpose as "all my insecurities be gone on the stage."


The overall message of the song is one of gratitude and recognition of the things that matter most in life: family and purpose. The artist is not asking for material possessions but wants his family to be taken care of when he is gone. The song highlights the value of hard work, patience, and perseverance in achieving your dreams and encourages listeners to focus on developing a sense of purpose to overcome insecurities and challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

If I- if I- if I die tonight
The fear of dying is looming over the singer, causing him to reflect on what he wants to leave behind.


Don't cry a tear
The singer wants to reassure those he cares about that he's at peace with the idea of death and doesn't want them to mourn him.


See, I made it here
The singer's sense of accomplishment is highlighted, as he feels that he's made progress in his life.


Yeah, I'm coming home (Ay, ay)
Home is equated with a peaceful afterlife for the artist, who is ready to move on from this life.


Give my family all my money
The artist wants to take care of his loved ones after he's gone, knowing that he won't need material possessions where he's going.


I don't need it where I'm going (Ay, ay)
The singer's lack of attachment to worldly possessions is emphasized, as he's aware that material wealth won't matter in the afterlife.


Tell my momma "Be at peace"
The singer wants his mother to find comfort in his passing, knowing that he'll be okay wherever he is.


Her boy be gone but so alive (But so alive)
The artist wants his mother to remember him fondly and know that he lived a full life, even if he's no longer there in person.


Sad boy but my bank full
The artist has achieved financial success but still feels unfulfilled in some way, suggesting that money isn't everything.


Down and out but I came through
The artist has faced challenges in life but has overcome them, demonstrating a resilient spirit.


God talked to me like, "Don't forget that I made you" (Don't you, don't you forget)
The singer feels a higher power nudging him to remember his humble origins, reminding him to stay grounded despite his success.


"I gave you this, I could take it away"
The artist reflects on the fragility of his circumstances, knowing that everything he has can be taken from him in an instant.


Give me the mic and I take it away (Yeah)
The singer feels confident and powerful when he's performing music, using it as a vehicle to express himself.


They try to block what I'm doing
The singer is aware of detractors who have tried to derail his success.


Can't prevent it, homie, I'm making a way
Despite obstacles, the singer is determined to succeed and forge his own path.


Haters, I got hella
The artist is familiar with people who wish him ill, but doesn't let it get to him.


They want heat, well I got plenty
The artist has a lot of energy and passion which can be directed at those who try to bring him down.


These women, they all up on me (Get back)
The singer attracts a lot of attention from women, but wants them to respect his boundaries and not overstep them.


I swerve 'em, it drive 'em crazy
The singer knows how to handle unwanted attention from women, but this only makes them want him more.


Told you I'm on a mission (Woo)
The artist has a clear goal in mind and is actively working towards it.


Got no time for a lady (Woo!)
The artist is focused on his career and doesn't have much interest in romantic relationships at the moment.


Only ladies in my life my momma, sister, and Mercedes (Woo!)
The artist only has a few women in his life who matter to him, including family members and his beloved car.


Yelling, "Pay me!"
The singer wants to be compensated for his hard work and talent, knowing that he deserves recognition and rewards.


Tell these fools no playing (No, no)
The artist wants others to take him seriously and not doubt his abilities or his determination to succeed.


Got the platform now they somehow say I'm overrated (Overrated)
Despite his success, the singer knows that some people don't take him seriously or appreciate his work.


I just dream that picture then I paint it (I paint that)
The singer is a creative person who uses his imagination to inspire his work.


Go ahead and frame it up (Up)
The singer feels confident in his creative output, knowing that it's worthy of recognition and praise.


Leaving the venue with the same homies
The artist stays loyal to his friends, who have been with him since the beginning of his career.


That came in with us (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
The artist sees his friends as integral to his success and doesn't want to leave them behind as he moves forward.


Make it or fall
The singer knows that his success is not guaranteed and that there's always a risk of failure.


That's a risk that I'll take (I'll take that)
Despite the uncertainty of his career, the singer is willing to take chances and pursue his dreams.


I promise on my life this album's gonna end the debate (No more)
The artist is confident that his upcoming album will silence his critics and prove his worth as an artist.


I've been running out of patience
The artist is tired of waiting for his big break and wants to make it happen already.


Watch out, I'm 'bout to rage (Yeah, rage)
The artist is feeling fiery and passionate about his work and is ready to go all-out to make things happen.


I swear all my insecurities be gone on the stage, oh (Yeah, yeah)
The singer feels confident and powerful when he's performing, and is able to put aside his doubts and fears to connect with his audience.


I'm going through changes, some choices got me thinking twice
The artist is going through a period of transition and is questioning some of the choices he's made in his life.


Lately, talk to the ceiling like, "What we doing in this life?" (What we doing?)
The singer is feeling existential and is questioning the purpose of life and his role in it.


Surprise the static didn't drown me out (Drown me out)
Despite the challenges he's faced, the singer has managed to overcome them and not let them defeat him.


If I wrote for nothing, what I write about? (Write about)
The singer is committed to his craft but wonders what it all means if he's not making a difference with his work.


Put some people 'round me that can hold me down (I hold that down)
The artist wants to surround himself with supportive people who will encourage him and help him grow.


'Cause I can't walk alone, there's shadows in the crowd (Ghosts)
The artist is aware of the negative influences in his life and wants to avoid being dragged down by them.


Thankful for the love that left
The singer is grateful for the love he's experienced in his life, even if it's no longer there.


Sometimes need a lesson just to catch a breath (Catch a breath, yeah)
The singer sees life's challenges as opportunities for growth and learning, even if they're difficult to endure.




Writer(s): Justin Eli Stone

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@JustinStoneMusic

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Yo hell yeah. I definately dig this, take an own interpretation of this song as well. Thank you Justin Stone again. I've been taking those knives recently, your music is that bandage and wrap keeping me going.

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@dreezies5210

This has just become a daily banger on the list, I've known for the longest time you're goin big places man & with hits like this it's coming quicker than you think.
Don't forget about us when you blow big bro 🔥✌

@nicolemacphail537

He performed this SO good live!!

@JustinStoneMusic

Nicole MacPhail thank you ❤️

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