Homesick
RUPERT GREGSON-WILLIAMS & LORNE BALFE Lyrics
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Ten thousand miles from home
I'm so far away, so long it seems like
This road is all I know
And places I'd never seen before
But when I close my eyes as I sleep at night
All I dream of now is home
So long that I've been gone
If there's one thing I know
Is that there's no place like home
Far away and changes everyday
If there's one thing I know
Is that there's no place like home
Six months since the day I went away
It didn't seem like that long
It hit me when I was changing planes
From Paris to New York
I'm dreading the days that are ahead
I haven't slept in my own bed
Ohh, I'm dreamin' of home
What I've seen and what I've done
Don't mean a thing without where I came from
It's who I am and all I ever did
Home is where the heart is
So long that I've been gone
If there's one thing I know
Is that there's no place like home
Far away and changes everyday
If there's one thing I know
Is that there's no place like home
Call me, tell me that you miss me
Give me somethin' I can hold on to
To get me through the days when I am
I can take another moment
I need some clarity
Remind me what it's like to be
Be like home
Far away but there's no place like home
I wanna go home, home, home
Bring me back home, home, home
So long that I've been gone
If there's one thing I know
Is that there's no place like home
No place like home
The lyrics of "Homesick" by Rupert Gregson-Williams & Lorne Balfe express a deep sense of longing and nostalgia for home amidst the changes and distances experienced while being away. The singer reflects on being six hours behind in time and ten thousand miles away from home, feeling disconnected and isolated, with the road as their only familiar companion. Despite youthful dreams of adventure and new places, the singer now yearns for the comfort and familiarity of home, finding solace in memories of their past.
As time passes, the singer realizes the significance of home as a constant anchor in the ever-changing world. Six months since leaving, the reality of their absence hits them during a moment of transition, emphasizing the longing for their own bed and the comfort of home. The lyrics highlight the idea that all the experiences and accomplishments gained away from home pale in comparison to the sense of belonging and identity rooted in one's origin.
The chorus conveys a simple yet powerful message about the irreplaceable nature of home, emphasizing that no matter how far one may wander or how much one's surroundings change, there is no substitute for the feeling of being at home. The repetition of this sentiment underscores the universality of the longing for home and the comfort it provides amidst the uncertainties of life. The yearning for home is portrayed as a deeply ingrained part of the singer's identity, reflecting the belief that "home is where the heart is" and ultimately shapes who they are.
The plea to be reminded of home and the desire to be brought back resonate with anyone who has felt the tug of homesickness. The lyrics capture the essence of seeking connection, familiarity, and comfort in the midst of distance and change. The emotional depth and sincerity in the words of "Homesick" evoke a universal longing for the place that holds one's heart, reminding listeners of the enduring power and significance of home as a source of solace, strength, and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Six hours behind, the changes of time
Even though I am physically distant, the passage of time reminds me of the familiar places I left behind.
Ten thousand miles from home
I am incredibly far from the comfort and familiarity of my home.
I'm so far away, so long it seems like
The distance feels endless, and time seems to stretch on indefinitely.
This road is all I know
I have become accustomed to and only familiar with the constant motion and change of traveling.
When I was young I dreamed of adventure
In my youth, I longed for exploration and new experiences.
And places I'd never seen before
I yearned to visit unknown and exciting locations.
But when I close my eyes as I sleep at night
Now, all I can think of and crave is the comfort of home.
All I dream of now is home
My dreams are filled with memories and desires for my home.
So long that I've been gone
It has been an extended period since I left.
If there's one thing I know
One thing I am certain of
Is that there's no place like home
There is nowhere more special and comforting than home.
Far away and changes everyday
Even though I am distant, everything is constantly changing.
Six months since the day I went away
Half a year has passed since I departed.
It didn't seem like that long
Time has flown by quickly.
It hit me when I was changing planes
It struck me at a connecting flight
From Paris to New York
Between two iconic and distant cities.
I'm dreading the days that are ahead
I am anxious about what is to come.
I haven't slept in my own bed
I miss the comfort of my own bed.
Ohh, I'm dreamin' of home
I yearn for the familiarity and warmth of home.
What I've seen and what I've done
My experiences and accomplishments.
Don't mean a thing without where I came from
But they feel empty without the roots and foundation of my home.
It's who I am and all I ever did
The essence of my being and everything I have accomplished.
Home is where the heart is
Home is where true love and comfort reside.
Call me, tell me that you miss me
Reach out and express your longing for my presence.
Give me somethin' I can hold on to
Provide me with something tangible to hold onto.
To get me through the days when I am
To support me during the difficult moments.
I can take another moment
I can endure a bit longer.
I need some clarity
I am seeking understanding and reassurance.
Remind me what it's like to be
Help me remember the feeling of being at home.
Be like home
Bring me comfort and familiarity.
Far away but there's no place like home
Even though I am distant, nothing compares to home.
I wanna go home, home, home
I am desperate to return to my home.
Bring me back home, home, home
Please take me back to where I belong.
No place like home
There is truly no place as special as home.
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