No One's Home
Sarah and the Safe Word Lyrics

The lyrics to Sarah and the Safe Word’s song "No One’s Home" are actually a reimagining of the classic Christmas song "I'll Be Home for Christmas." While the original song invokes feelings of nostalgia and longing for the comforts of home during the holiday season, Sarah and the Safe Word bring a unique twist to the lyrics, giving it a darker and more haunting tone.

The opening lines, "I'll be home for Christmas, you can count on me," establish a sense of commitment and reliability, suggesting that the singer is assuring someone that they will be present for Christmas. However, the following lines, "Please have snow and mistletoe, and presents on the tree," hint at a desire for the traditional trappings of Christmas, suggesting a longing for the warmth and joy that often accompany the holiday.

The recurring line, "Christmas Eve will find me where the love light gleams," further emphasizes this longing for love and connection. It is a beautiful sentiment that implies the desire to be in a place where love and happiness are present, even if it is only in the singer's dreams. The repetition of "if only in my dreams" adds a touch of sadness, implying that the singer may not be able to physically be home for Christmas, but still holds onto the hope of finding love and happiness, even if it is in a dream-like state.

Overall, "No One’s Home" takes the framework of a Christmas song and infuses it with a sense of longing, desire, and a bit of melancholy. It explores themes of wanting to be home for Christmas, yearning for love and happiness, and the bittersweet nature of dreams.