Sayer launched his career in the United Kingdom in the early 1970s, and became a top singles and album act on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1970s. His first seven hit singles in the United Kingdom all reached the Top 10 – a feat first registered by his first manager, Adam Faith. His songs have been sung by other notable artists, including Cliff Richard ("Dreamin'").
Going Home
Leo Sayer Lyrics
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I'm leaving no grieving I'm going home
And there's no one here
And there's nothing here gonna turn me around
Been a lifetime here full of doubt and fear
Been the talk of the town
I'm going home
I'm going home
I'm smiling I'm flying I'm going home
No sad face no suitcase I'm going home
And I'm thinking back
To the girl I left is she waiting for me
When I left my heart wasn't in my hands
Is she waiting home for me
When I get home
When I get home
When I get home
I know my friends will be there
And they will welcome me
I'll wash away these memories
From these dirty streets
When I get home
When I get home
When I get home
When I get home
I'm dreaming I'm scheming I'm going home
I'm racing time's wasting I'm going home
And I see my home and I see my dream
I see everyone there
Going right back down to when I was free
And I hadn't a care
I'm going home
I'm going home
I'm going home
And in my baby's eyes
I see joy and pride
Uncover all those lies
That I left behind
When I get home
And I see my home and I see my dream
I see everyone there
Going right back down to when I was free
And I hadn't a care
When I get home
The lyrics of Leo Sayer's song "Why Is Everybody Going Home" convey a message about leaving behind the past and returning home. The singer is leaving without regret or sadness, with no one or nothing to hold him back. The singer reflects on his past and thinks about the girl he left behind, wondering if she is still waiting for him. Despite the uncertainty, the singer is determined to go home and reunite with his friends and family.
The lyrics portray a theme of hope and optimism for the future. The singer is full of joy and excitement as he envisions his long-awaited return home. He dreams of a fresh start, leaving behind the pain and struggles of his past on the "dirty streets." There is a sense of freedom and relief in the chorus as the singer repeats that he is "going home."
The song encourages listeners to face their fears and take control of their lives. It emphasizes that everyone should have a place they can call home where they can be themselves and find comfort. The song's message is inspiring, and its upbeat tempo and catchy tune make it a popular choice for those seeking motivation or a positive outlook.
Line by Line Meaning
No crying no sighing I'm going home
I'm leaving this place without any negative emotions.
I'm leaving no grieving I'm going home
My departure won't affect anyone emotionally.
And there's no one here
No one is stopping me from leaving this place.
And there's nothing here gonna turn me around
I'm determined to leave this place and nothing can distract me from doing so.
Been a lifetime here full of doubt and fear
I have been staying in this place for a long time, experiencing only worries and fears.
Been the talk of the town
People keep talking about me because of my presence in this place.
I'm smiling I'm flying I'm going home
I'm happy and excited as I leave this place.
No sad face no suitcase I'm going home
I have nothing to hold me back as I leave with happiness.
And I'm thinking back
As I leave, I'm reminiscing about the past.
To the girl I left is she waiting for me
I'm wondering if the girl I left behind is waiting for me to come back.
When I left my heart wasn't in my hands
When I left her, I didn't control my emotions well.
Is she waiting home for me
I'm curious if she is still at home waiting for me.
I know my friends will be there
I am sure that my friends will welcome me when I arrive home.
And they will welcome me
My friends will greet me warmly as I arrive.
I'll wash away these memories
I'll let go of all these memories that I made in this place.
From these dirty streets
I'll leave behind the grime of the environment that I have been living in.
I'm dreaming I'm scheming I'm going home
I'm so eager to go home that I'm already daydreaming about it.
I'm racing time's wasting I'm going home
I feel like time is running out and I want to go home as fast as I can.
And in my baby's eyes
When I look in my lover's eyes,
I see joy and pride
I see their admiration and pleasure towards me.
Uncover all those lies
I will confront all the lies I have told in this place.
That I left behind
I'll acknowledge the things I hid deep in my heart when I left.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID ALEXANDER COURTNEY, LEO SAYER
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Tyrone peterson
on Leo Sayer - I Pull My Blue Jeans On
Nice song