According to Merge, at their initial studio session the two “were immediately struck by one another’s talents and found an instant rapport". During a conversation about their shared love of old records, Zooey let slip that she wrote her own songs, which she recorded alone at home on her computer. Somewhat shy about sharing these musical morsels, she was eventually persuaded to send them to M. Ward. He was instantly impressed, and they soon reconvened at his studio in Portland to begin work. Recorded over a period of several months, between acting work (She) and touring commitments (Him), the pair found time to bring Zooey’s fledgling songs to gorgeous fruition
Bring It on Home to Me
She & Him Lyrics
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Change your mind
About leaving, leaving me behind
Oh! bring it to me
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring it on home to me
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
And money too
And that aint all, all i'll do for you
Oh! bring it to me
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring it on home to me
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
You know i'll always be your slave
Till im buried, buried in my grave
Oh! bring it to me
Bring your sweet loving
Bring it on home to me
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
If you ever
Change your mind
About leaving, leaving me behind
Oh! bring it to me
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring it on home to me
Oh yeah, bring it to me
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring it on home to me
The lyrics to She & Him's song Bring It on Home to Me express a sentiment of longing and desperation for a lover to come back. The song starts with a plea, "If you ever change your mind / About leaving, leaving me behind / Oh! bring it to me" which is a direct call for the person who left to return to the singer. The second verse highlights the singer's willingness to provide material things for the loved one, "I'll give you jewelry / And money too / And that ain't all, all I'll do for you" in order to entice them to come back.
The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, emphasizes the emotional impact of the separation on the singer, "Bring your sweet lovin / Bring it on home to me". The singer describes themselves as the lover's "slave" and willing to be so until they are buried, emphasizing the depth of their love and commitment.
The song overall is a classic example of a love ballad, with a simple and easily memorable melody, and highlights the raw emotion that can exist within the context of a relationship, particularly during trying times. The lyrics are universal and relatable, making it a timeless piece that resonates with listeners even today.
Line by Line Meaning
If you ever
In the event that at any time, in the future or present,
Change your mind
You reconsider departing from me,
About leaving, leaving me behind
Regarding the prospect of leaving me and our current situation,
Oh! bring it to me
I implore you to come back to me and resolve this situation,
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring your affection and warmth back to me,
Bring it on home to me
Return to me with your love, presence, and support,
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and eagerness for your return,
I'll give you jewelry
I will furnish you with adornments and valuables,
And money too
Besides that, I will give you monetary compensation,
And that ain't all, all I'll do for you
These are only a fraction of the things I am willing to do for you,
You know I'll always be your slave
I am devoted to serving you and your needs,
Till I'm buried, buried in my grave
Until the day I die and beyond,
Oh! bring it to me
Please, I ask of you once more to come back to me,
Bring your sweet loving
Bring back your kindheartedness and caring nature to me,
Bring it on home to me
Return to our home and our life together,
Oh yeah, bring it to me
I plead with you to come back to me and work things out,
Bring your sweet lovin
Bring back your tenderness and affection to our relationship,
Bring it on home to me
Bring our love and partnership back to where it belongs.
Contributed by Nora H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.