Phillips grew up in Leesburg, Georgia and went to Lee County High School. He graduated Albany Technical College, but had to miss the graduation ceremony due to being on American Idol.
Phillips auditioned for American Idol in Savannah, Georgia. He auditioned by singing the Stevie Wonder song "Superstition." The judges then asked him to audition with his guitar where he performed Michael Jackson's "Thriller." He made it to the Hollywood rounds and later to Las Vegas round.
On February 23, 2012, Phillips was chosen as one of the Top 24 semi-finalists. For the semi-finals, he performed "In the Air Tonight" by Phil Collins. He was one of the top five male vote getters and advanced to the Top 13. After the Top 13 performance night, Phillips was taken to a doctor for possible kidney stones. The Home Songfacts reports that after advancing to the final, Phillips was declared the winner on May 23, 2012. He won with a record breaking total vote count of 132 million.
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Phillip Phillips Lyrics
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As we roll down this unfamiliar road
And although this wave (wave) is stringing us along
Just know you're not alone
'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
The trouble, it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know you're not alone
'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
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Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble, it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know you're not alone
'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
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Phillip Phillips's song Home is a heartening tribute to the unbreakable bond of love and support that we share with our loved ones. The opening stanza āHold on to me as we go, As we roll down this unfamiliar roadā speaks to the uncertainty and discomfort that we feel when we move into new or different environments ā be they physical, emotional or spiritual ā and how important it is to have someone to hold onto when we face these challenges. The repetition of āJust know you're not alone, 'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home,ā emphasizes the unwavering support and the commitment to ensure that the individual finds a sense of belonging and comfort in their new surroundings. The song's chorus oozes positivity and hope, emphasizing that no matter what obstacles come, the singer is there to guide and support the individual in making that place feel like home.
The second verse, āSettle down, it'll all be clear, Don't pay no mind to the demons, They fill you with fearā acknowledges how fear and doubt can hold us back from truly experiencing the new experiences that life has to offer ā be it career, relationships or life in general. However, it further reinforces the message that even if at times we stumble or fall, we will never be alone as the singer will be there to pick us up and help navigate those moments. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and the same musical expression, reiterating the importance of having someone who will always be there for us no matter what.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold on to me as we go
I will support you as we embark on this journey
As we roll down this unfamiliar road
We are exploring a new path that we have not traveled before
And although this wave (wave) is stringing us along
We are facing challenges that we did not expect to encounter
Just know you're not alone
You have someone who is always with you and willing to help
'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home
I want to create a sense of belonging and comfort for you in this place
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Relax and don't worry, everything will become clear in due time
Don't pay no mind to the demons
Ignore your fears and doubts that are preventing you from moving forward
They fill you with fear
These demons are causing you to feel scared and uncertain
The trouble, it might drag you down
These challenges might become overwhelming
If you get lost, you can always be found
Even if you feel lost or unsure, there will always be someone to guide you back to the right path
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Instrumental
Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
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Ah-ah-ah-ah
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Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
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Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
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Ah-ah-ah-ah
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Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
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Settle down, it'll all be clear
Relax and don't worry, everything will become clear in due time
Don't pay no mind to the demons
Ignore your fears and doubts that are preventing you from moving forward
They fill you with fear
These demons are causing you to feel scared and uncertain
The trouble, it might drag you down
These challenges might become overwhelming
If you get lost, you can always be found
Even if you feel lost or unsure, there will always be someone to guide you back to the right path
Just know you're not alone
You have someone who is always with you and willing to help
'Cause I'm gonna make this place your home
I want to create a sense of belonging and comfort for you in this place
Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Instrumental
Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
Instrumental
Ah-ah-ah-ah
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Ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
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Ah-ah-ah-ah
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Lyrics Ā© BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Pearson, Greg Holden
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sherria4920
@@billyc768 So sorry for your recent loss. Hang in there and take one day at a time. Stay patient with yourself and your personal grieving process. If it might help to hear some encouragement, then read below. It's about the grief journey I started in 2016.
The deepest sorrow of losing a parent abates slowly over months, then years. You will eventually be able to live a new reality missing him suddenly at times and also happily appreciating his impact on your life. The second year won't be as painful as the first months, so take courage that it gets easier in time.
Work your grief out your own unique way. You will know when you get there which methods you want to take. Try not to hurt others, but also do not ask their permission to go through grief the way you need to. Grief is your own private work. Remember to lean on those who love you once in a while. Get out and forget sometimes too - you will occasionally need those breaks.
Your life will be both less and more, as in time you will change in some good ways. Your legitimate suffering will eventually cause you to grow stronger, like endurance training. For example you will reassess what's most important and understand others better.
In the next few years, you will grow to realize your new place in the world. Be good to you and patient with you now as you endure the pain of initial drowning grief, shock, and paradigm shift that begins this long journey. I hope you are a little encouraged that it will get easier to carry with time. May God be with you, strengthen you, and comfort you.
@scorpionbaby
Hold on, to me as we go
As we roll down this unfamiliar road
And although this wave is stringing us along
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
@raquelreis4637
Hold on, to me as we go
As we roll down this unfamiliar road
And although this wave is stringing us along
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Remover anĆŗncios
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know youāre not alone
Cause Iām going to make this place your home
@okeydokeygivemeyourgnocchi1481
Most nostalgic songs
Fun- Some Nights
Fun- we are young
Ho Hey- the Lumineers
Olw city- Fireflies
Avicci- Wake me up
Passenger- Let her go
Gym class heroes- Stereo hearts
American authors- best day of my life
Pibull- Timber
The black eyed peas- Iāve got a feeling
Avicii- Hey brother
Sam smith- Stay with me
Lukas graham- 7 years
Bastille- Pompeii
OneRepublic- Counting Stars
The wanted- Chasing the Sun
Foster the People- Pumped Up Kicks
Phillip Phillips- home
M83- Outro (nostalgic even if you've never heard it)
@glucose_kilometer7873
Holy shit, I've been looking for this song for seven years
@seouIcyborg
I heard this in second grade...
I looked for it ever since
@sirdoggo579
Been looking for it since 2016
@boysuppafresh
Same I was in college when I heard this just added to favorites o wish u well
@nazmimajid2527
wtf have u been tho for 7years haha
@Laurie2507
I loved this song when i was younger. It helped me build my childhood. Then i completely forgot about the older i got. Then i started humming it in my head and then realised that this was my favourite song and then i tried looking for it and found it. Yay.
@minnie310
Iām leaving this here because I want it to be somewhere. My parents were divorced. And the last weekend I spent at my dadās house before he died, he was practicing singing this song and playing it on the keyboard. I feel like this was his advice for how to do life without him. Heās alive in this song.
@busman5693
So sorry for your loss Minnie. Death is unnatural for humans and so when it happens we are perplexed and we grieve. The Bible holds out the happiest future for us all. Prayer gives comfort and strength. Be well.š»š
@brooklynlass2196
My condolences to you and your family as you grieve.
Just know this, he is always in your heart. And, remember the line from the song, "I am going to make this place my home". That "place" for your father now is Heaven. He's there with God and always at "a place in your heart".
May God be with you and keep you.
@-0m3rcy0-8
Stay strong, Friend! I wish you the best, your father lives on not just in this song but in your memory.
I hope you find the same joy in this song as he probably did, maybe you might find a sort of peace in that. ā¤ļøš