HOMESICK
Marcus King Lyrics

One more day
I long for just one more day to experience the beauty of a sunrise on the open road.

watch the sunrise from the highway
I find solace and peace in the sight of the sun rising as I travel on the highway.

Lord one more night
Oh, how I yearn for another night to spend all alone underneath the pale moonlight.

sit alone again in the pale moonlight
I find myself in the solitude of darkness, bathed in the ethereal glow of the moon, questioning the reasons behind my longing.

And I don't know why
I am perplexed, unable to comprehend the reasons that make this journey feel increasingly arduous each time.

seems this ride takes so much longer every time
As I traverse this path, it feels as though the distance stretches endlessly, prolonging my agony.

But my heart is due back south
Regardless of the weariness experienced on this journey, my heart yearns to return to the southern comfort of home.

One hundred miles
A mere one hundred miles, but it feels like an eternity, amplifying the emotional toll inflicted upon me.

Lord they feel like a 100 years
The passing of each mile seems to elongate the perception of time, making it feel like a century.

While my sanity holds on
Amidst the struggles, I cling desperately to my sanity, fighting to preserve my mental well-being.

in my mind I hear her sing her favorite song
In the recesses of my mind, I am comforted by the distant echoes of her melodic voice, singing the song that resonates so deeply within her heart.

So damn tired of this ride
The exhaustion from this journey weighs heavily on me, making me desperately yearn for respite and rest.

turn the headlights off let the moonlight guide
In my tired state, I surrender to the darkness and let the benevolent moonlight guide my way back home.

Lord it's gonna guide me back home
I have unwavering faith that the moon's gentle illumination will lead me safely and faithfully back to where I belong.

You're the only one that makes me homesick
My intense longing for home is solely awakened and nurtured by you, for you hold the power to evoke homesickness within me.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
It is your presence that ensures I stay true to myself and remain honest, even amidst the trials faced on this journey.

The only one
Out of all the people I encounter and all the experiences I have, you are the sole individual who has such a profound impact on my emotions.

Lord the only one that keeps me from staying gone
With your unwavering influence, you prevent me from succumbing to the temptation of remaining distant and disconnected from where my heart truly resides.

Lord, it's been said to me
Others have suggested to me that I should refrain from crafting additional love songs.

you oughta not write another love song
They believe that writing more songs about love would be unwise or redundant in some way.

Lord, wouldn't they be wrong?
But, oh dear, wouldn't they be mistaken in their beliefs, for the love I feel compels me to express it through my art.

Dear, let me say, what's got me feeling' this way
My beloved, allow me to articulate the sentiments that have consumed me, causing me to experience such intense emotions.

I'll be ready again
I assure you, I will find solace and strength within myself once more.

Lord, to tackle this whole big world
I will gather the courage to face the vast challenges and complexities of this world head-on, with your love as my guiding force.

As long as you let me come back home
But, my dear, the condition for my fearless exploration is that you allow me the comfort and familiarity of returning to the place where my heart truly feels at ease.

Oooh got and 100 miles
Oh, the burden of traversing a hundred miles is slowly taking its toll on me.

starts to feel like 100 years
With each passing mile, it feels as though time itself has been distorted, magnifying the emotional weight and making it seem like an interminable period.

Let it guide me back home
I surrender myself to the guidance of the moonlight, trusting that it will lead my weary soul back to the comforting embrace of home.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
I rely solely on you to anchor me to honesty and truth, ensuring that I do not lose my way amidst the temptations and challenges of life.

You're the only one that makes me homesick
It is your presence in my life that evokes such a profound longing for home within me, reminding me of where my heart truly belongs.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
No one else possesses the power to keep me grounded and true to myself, as you do.

The only one
Out of all the people who cross my path, you alone hold the ability to impact me in such an extraordinary way.

Lord, the only one that keeps me from staying gone
It is your influence and love that prevent me from detaching myself completely, saving me from the temptation of embracing distance and isolation.

You're the only one that makes me homesick
I am consumed by homesickness solely because of your presence and the deep emotional connection I share with you.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
Your impact on my life extends beyond homesickness, as you are the driving force behind my unwavering commitment to honesty and authenticity.

The only one
Among countless others, it is only you who holds such a significant place in my heart and influences my actions.

Lord, the only one that keeps me from staying gone
Were it not for your profound effect on me, I may succumb to the allure of distance and separation, but you hold me steadfastly in place.

You're the only one that makes me homesick
It is your absence that stirs within me an insatiable yearning for home, for you embody the essence of what home truly means to me.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
Through your love, support, and unwavering presence, you ensure that I remain true to myself, free from deceit or pretense.

The only one
Out of all the influences in my life, it is only you who has the power to shape my actions and keep me on the right path.

Lord, the only one that keeps me from staying gone
You alone prevent me from straying too far and becoming lost, for you are my constant anchor, holding me firmly to the place I call home.

You're the only one that keeps me honest
In a world full of deception and dishonesty, you are the sole source of truth and authenticity in my life.

You're the only one that makes me homesick
Your mere presence awakens within me an intense longing for home, as you embody the essence of the place where I truly belong.

The only one
No other person on earth can have the profound impact on my emotions and sense of belonging as you do.

Lord, the only one that keeps me from staying gone
I find solace and security in knowing that, because of you, I will never stray too far or lose my way, for you are the guiding light that directs me back to where I am meant to be.