Going Home
L.A. Four Lyrics


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You can cry, I'll hold it
I'm ashamed I really want to try
You can always quit, and I'll stand by
Oh I'll stay, I'll stay for you

Said I'm leaving (walking in the park, I know when I'm alone)
Said I'm staying (nothing lights a spark, quite like the unknown)
Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
Said I'm leaving (the thrill of taking off, when I, know I'm going home)

You can cry, solace
Our home where we will spend our lives
Oh I can bend the truth
Up to the sky
But I'll try, oh I'll try for you

Oh I'm leaving (walking in the park, I know when I'm alone)
Said I'm staying (I reinvent the start, to make it feel new)
Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
Oh I'll leave you (the thrill of taking off, when I, know I'm going home)

Is it true?
That you've been calling on him
To speak of what I cannot hide
All your doubt
Has been wearing me down
Deep in my soul
My soul

Listen to the leaves

(Walking in the park, I know when I'm alone) mmm
Said I'm staying (steadying my heart, has mostly worked 'til now)
Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
Oh I'll leave you (closing up the shop, when I, know I'm going home)

Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know when I'm alone)
Oh I'm leaving (steadying my heart, has mostly worked 'til now)
Said I'll leave you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
Said I'm staying (closing up the shop, when I, know I'm going home) I'm going home

(Walking in the park) I'm going home (I know, when I'm alone), yeah
Yes I'm going home (steadying my heart) I'm leaving now (has mostly worked 'til now)




Yes I'm going home (walking in the park) going, going (I know, don't wanna know)
I'm going home (closing up the shop, when I, know I'm going home)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of L.A. Four's song Going Home describe a complicated situation where the singer is torn between staying and leaving a relationship. The first verse implies that the singer is willing to be the support system for their partner and will stand by them even if they want to quit. They express a desire to try to make things work, even if it is uncomfortable. The second verse shows that the singer cannot make up their mind about leaving or staying - they desire the thrill of taking risks and experiencing the unknown, but they also pine for the comfort and familiarity of home. The chorus repeats this back-and-forth, with the singer expressing their commitment to their partner ("I'll try for you") and acknowledging their desire to leave ("the thrill of taking off") as well as their fear of being alone.


The lyrics also introduce a third character - "him" - who is not fully explained. The line "to speak of what I cannot hide" implies that the singer is hiding something, and their partner's doubts about them are causing them stress. The final lines of the song mention "closing up the shop," possibly indicating a sense of finality or loss. The final lines are ambiguous, but taken as a whole, the song describes a complex set of emotions and desires in a romantic relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

You can cry, I'll hold it
You can express your emotions, and I will be there to provide comfort and support.


I'm ashamed I really want to try
I feel embarrassed by my desire to attempt new experiences, but I’m willing to overcome this feeling to grow and learn.


You can always quit, and I'll stand by
Even if you decide to give up, I will still be there to offer my loyalty and support.


Oh I'll stay, I'll stay for you
I’m committed to being there for you and will remain present in your life.


Said I'm leaving (walking in the park, I know when I'm alone)
I’m considering leaving, and I know that I am alone in my thoughts as I take a walk in the park.


Said I'm staying (nothing lights a spark, quite like the unknown)
I’ve decided to stay because the unknown and new experiences hold the potential for excitement and inspiration.


Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
I require your presence, but I’m aware that there are things I may not want to know or confront.


Said I'm leaving (the thrill of taking off, when I, know I'm going home)
I’m leaving because I’m excited by the prospect of embarking on new experiences and the comfort of home awaits me.


You can cry, solace
You can express your emotions, and I will console and comfort you.


Our home where we will spend our lives
Our home is where we will reside for the rest of our days.


Oh I can bend the truth
I have the capacity to twist the truth to suit my needs and desires.


Up to the sky
To a great extent or with vast capability.


But I'll try, oh I'll try for you
Despite the potential for dishonesty, I will make an effort to remain truthful for your sake.


Is it true?
Is the information I’ve received accurate?


That you've been calling on him
Have you really reached out to him for advice or assurance?


To speak of what I cannot hide
Have you been discussing secrets or issues that I cannot reveal to others?


All your doubt
All of the skepticism and uncertainty you possess.


Has been wearing me down
The doubt and uncertainty you exhibit has taken its toll on me.


Deep in my soul
The wear and tear from your doubt and unfaithfulness is affecting me to the core of my being.


My soul
The deepest and most private aspects of my individuality.


Listen to the leaves
Take a moment to observe and appreciate the beauty of nature around us.


(Walking in the park, I know when I'm alone) mmm
I’m reflecting on my thoughts while walking in the park by myself.


Said I'm staying (steadying my heart, has mostly worked 'til now)
I’ve chosen to remain because I’ve convinced myself that keeping my emotions in check has worked in my favor thus far.


Oh I need you (walking in the park, I know, don't wanna know)
I depend on your presence, but I’m hesitant to address any potential issues.


Oh I'll leave you (closing up the shop, when I, know I'm going home)
I’m planning on departing as I take care of unfinished business, preparing to return home.


Yes I'm going home (steadying my heart) I'm leaving now (has mostly worked 'til now)
I’ve convinced myself that maintaining my composure has been a successful strategy in the past but am now preparing to depart and return home.


Yes I'm going home (walking in the park) going, going (I know, don't wanna know)
I’m finally going back to my comfort zone and choosing to disregard any potential conflicts or issues that may arise.


I'm going home (closing up the shop, when I, know I'm going home)
I’m preparing to leave and returning to the security of my home.




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Written by: Emile Omar, Alex Finkin, Clement Petit, Benjamin Duterde

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