In 2012, Garritsen signed a professional contract with Spinnin' Records until terminating his contract in 2015 and cutting ties with his management, MusicalAllStars on August 25, 2015. In a subsequent lawsuit against the record company, Garritsen won back his rights to his songs released under the label between 2012 and 2015, winning his case in a 2017 court ruling. Earlier in 2016, Martijn created his label imprint 'STMPD RCRDS', which was a tribute to his father's role in the stamp business.
On July 26, 2016, Garritsen signed a 'worldwide' contract with Sony Music International. Explaining that, "their forward thinking approach to streaming and incredible roster of talented artists combined with their passion and understanding for my vision of the future of my music made this a no brainer."
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Martin Garrix Lyrics
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But now I'm tired of running
Felt like the gods forgot my name
In my head, I didn't know what I was looking for
We got so close to something beautiful
And now I'm never gonna let you go, you go, you go
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long
Hey, I found a way
Back to the streets where they know my name
You know I've been all around, all around
But you were always on my mind, on my mind
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Oh, I was falling from my high
And I came down to nothing
Feels like the gods left me behind
In my head, I didn't know what I was looking for
We got so close to something beautiful
And now I'm never gonna let you go, you go, you go
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long
Hey, I found a way
Back to the streets where they know my name
You know I've been all around, all around
But you were always on my mind, on my mind
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Been so long, been so long
Been so long, long, long
Been so long, been so long
Been so long, long, long
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
The song "Home," written and performed by Martin Garrix featuring Bonn, is about wanting to return to one's home and roots after experiencing pain and disappointment. The opening lines suggest the singer has been hiding from pain, but now feels tired of running away from it. The next lines reveal that the singer feels abandoned by the gods and forgotten since they do not hear their prayers.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the desire to go back home and to return to one's roots - to where they originally came from. The singer expresses the longing for familiarity and a place where they are known and recognized. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia – the singer has been away from home for so long, they long to be back there, and the place seems to hold significance to the singer. They've visited many places, but nothing seems to measure up to home.
The verses highlight the frustration of not having a clear path to follow, but still ending up closer to something beautiful. This pair of lines seemingly talks about the singer's constant search and how they've been searching for something but didn't know what it was until they could feel it. They've come close to an epiphany, something beautiful they've been searching for. Nonetheless, the singer is clear and steadfast that they'll never let go of what they've found. It's an emotional track that encapsulates the feeling of being lost and not knowing where we belong, coupled with the warmth of remembering where we came from.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, I was hiding from the pain
I used to ignore my problems and suffer silently
But now I'm tired of running
I can't keep avoiding my issues anymore
Felt like the gods forgot my name
I felt alone and forgotten by everyone, including a higher power
In my head, I didn't know what I was looking for
I was lost and had no clear direction or purpose
We got so close to something beautiful
I had a promising opportunity that was almost within reach
And now I'm never gonna let you go, you go, you go
I don't want to lose this chance and will hold on tight
Home, take me home
I want to return to a place where I feel comfortable and safe
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long
I want to go back to where I came from, where I know people and places
Hey, I found a way
I have discovered a path to lead me back home
Back to the streets where they know my name
I want to be recognized and accepted in my community
You know I've been all around, all around
I have traveled to many different places and experienced new things
But you were always on my mind, on my mind
But no matter where I went, thoughts of home and familiarity never left me
Oh, I was falling from my high
I experienced a downfall after a period of success or happiness
And I came down to nothing
My situation became bleak and hopeless
Feels like the gods left me behind
It seems like no one is looking out for me or helping me
Been so long, been so long
It has been quite some time since I've been back home
Long, long, long
A repetitive reminder of how much time has passed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Albin Andreas Nedler, John Martin, Kristoffer Jan Patrik Fogelmark, Martijn Garritsen, Michel Henry Allan Zitron
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Oh, I was hiding from the pain
But now I'm tired of running
Felt like the gods forgot my name
In my head, I didn't know where I was looking for
We got so close to something beautiful
And now I'm never gonna let you go, you go, you go
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long
Hey, I found a way
Back to the streets where they know my name
You know I've been all around, all around
But you were always on my mind, on my mind
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Oh, I was falling from my high
And I came down to nothing
Feels like the gods left me behind
In my head, I didn't know where I was looking for
We got so close to something beautiful
And now I'm never gonna let you go, you go, you go
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long
Hey, I found a way
Back to the streets where they know my name
You know I've been all around, all around
But you were always on my mind, on my mind
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
Been so long, been so long
Been so long, long, long
Been so long, been so long
Been so long, long, long
Home, take me home
Back to my roots, yeah, it's been so long, yeah
@Proximity
This is incredible. Bonn was also on Avicii's album. Great to hear him progress in to this.
@didgy8674
Hey I whatch your channel bud
@gerardoramz
❤️
@fernandaog4617
Avicii❤
@faisalshahepicvideos6548
AVICII RIP❤
@Angel_queen470
DJ Mag = Martin Garrix
@yashjalan3860
Idk why masterpieces like these never get the recognition as much as they should get
@ben_solo_09
I was just about to comment that this song is arguably the most underrated one of Garrix🙌🏾💯
@yeahboyyyy
That guitar, the depth of the sound, it sounds so full, the energy, the synth is so unique, the drop, Bonn's voice, the lyrics, and the melody! I don't know any other song that matches the energy of this one. Man I wish he broke down how he made this song. I never get tired of listening to this.
@itsCynos
Wise words! Couldn't agree more.