I Belong
Pete Yorn Lyrics


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Used to think it was the only part of my life
Now I realize there's a whole world outside
Goodbye's too hard for me to say, so
I say "So long"
This is where I belong
Is this where I choose to stay on
This is where I belong
My home
I belong

Home
I belong now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pete Yorn's song "I Belong" speak to the idea of finding one's place in the world. The opening lines describe the singer's previous belief that a certain part of their life was the only important aspect, but they have come to understand that there is a vast world beyond that singular focus. The line "Goodbye's too hard for me to say, so I say 'So long'" conveys a reluctance to part with something or someone, but an acknowledgment that moving forward is necessary. The central refrain, "This is where I belong," represents a sense of belonging and comfort in a particular place or situation.


Overall, the song is about the journey of discovering oneself and finding a sense of home and belonging. It speaks to the importance of exploring and experiencing all that life has to offer, while acknowledging the difficulty of letting go of the familiar.


Line by Line Meaning

Used to think it was the only part of my life
In the past, I believed this one aspect of my life was all that mattered


Now I realize there's a whole world outside
Currently, I understand that there is a vast world outside of my former belief


Goodbye's too hard for me to say, so
Saying goodbye is too difficult for me to vocalize, thus


I say "So long"
I opt to use the phrase 'so long' instead


This is where I belong
I have found my place in the world


Is this where I choose to stay on
Would I like to remain here, at my rightful place?


This is where I belong
Once again, I reiterate that this place is where I earned my spot


My home
This environment feels like my habitual residence


I belong
I am part of the community here


Home
This place conceives the comfort and coziness of a home


I belong now
Currently, I have acquired a sense of belonging here




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment
Written by: PAUL WESTERBERG

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@lightwolf1664

Beth: come on boog let's go home☺️.

Boog turns to Elliot then look back at Beth. Then smile.

Beth: oh you are home☺️.

Hugs boog.

That part almost makes me cry every time I watch this awesome move😢😊😊



All comments from YouTube:

@wylin6506

Childhood movie right here, I'm 18 and I still watch it all the time

@Dylexend

+Gamers R us same bud expect im 16

@thephantomunionstudios

Same

@tysm.

Same. And im 17 we had a amazing childhood!

@emmiestacy

Same

@vendettalaroux841

Same here I'm almost 20

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@CyllieCreator

It's been 13 years since my brother passed away and this movie was always our favorite movie to watch together. This song is one I will use for his anniversary tribute this year.

I love you bubba. This one is for you... 💙🤍

@HumanelySelected

I know he’s happy you’re watching this for him you’re a good bother

@piffard20

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the first one is and will always be the best one in the franchise

@bryant7542

They don't even use the same voice actors.

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