Home to You
Sigrid Lyrics


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Couldn't wait 'til I got outside
Wondering, what the world be like
I knew I had to change my mind
Didn't realize it would happen, oh, so soon, oh, so soon

But I see the world so different now
But there's a place by the sea and that's my town
When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
And I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth
Would it be okay if I came home to you?

Independence comes with a price
When questioning your own advice
But I know I'll be alright
With an open door, no matter what
I do, what I do

But I see the world so different now
But there's a place by the sea and that's my town

When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
And I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth
Would it be okay if I came home to you?

No, I don't want to keep on coming
When I'm miles away
And you're too far away
Oh, but if I need you to remind me
That nothing has changed
Would it be okay, would it be okay for you?

And I see the world so different now
'Cause there's a place by the sea and that's my town

When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
And I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth




Would it be okay if I came home to you?
No, would it be okay if I came home to you?

Overall Meaning

In Sigrid's song "Home to You," the lyrics describe the conflicting emotions that come with gaining independence and seeking comfort from loved ones. The opening lines express a sense of anticipation to explore the world, but also a hint of uncertainty about what to expect. The singer of the song realizes that they need to change their perspective, but didn't expect it to happen so soon.


The chorus of the song is a plea for a safe place to return to when overwhelmed by the challenges of independence. The singer expresses the desire for a room with a favorite view where they can sit and think, and a hand to hold and be told the truth. The lyrics indicate that the singer has someone in mind as a potential source of support, as they ask if it would be okay to go "home to you."


As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal that the singer has some anxiety about overburdening the person they want to come home to. They ask if it would be okay to come back and receive reassurance that "nothing has changed." Overall, the song beautifully captures the experience of navigating the transition to independence and the yearning for the comfort of home and loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

Couldn't wait 'til I got outside
I was eager to explore the world outside of my current state.


Wondering, what the world be like
Curiosity about the world beyond my current surroundings consumed my thoughts.


I knew I had to change my mind
I realized I needed to shift my perspective to see the world in a new way.


Didn't realize it would happen, oh, so soon, oh, so soon
I did not expect this change to come so quickly.


But I see the world so different now
My new perspective has given me a completely new view of the world.


But there's a place by the sea and that's my town
Despite my newfound perspective, my hometown and the familiar environment by the sea remain close to my heart.


When I don't know what to say
In moments of confusion and uncertainty,


When I don't know what to do
When I am at a loss for what actions to take,


There's a room I need to sit in
I have a particular place where I go to think and reflect.


Surrounded by my favorite view
My peaceful surroundings help me to find clarity and regain a sense of peace.


And I need a hand to hold
I crave connection and support from others during times of need.


Someone to tell the truth
A trustworthy person who will provide me with honest advice and guidance.


Would it be okay if I came home to you?
Would you be willing to be that supportive and trustworthy figure for me?


Independence comes with a price
While it is empowering to be independent, it also has its own set of challenges and consequences.


When questioning your own advice
During times when I am uncertain about my own decisions or judgments,


But I know I'll be alright
Despite the difficulties of independence and questioning myself, I have faith that I will overcome them.


With an open door, no matter what
I know that I will always have a welcoming and supportive environment to return to.


But there's a place by the sea and that's my town
Despite all of the challenges and changes, my hometown remains a comforting, familiar place.


No, I don't want to keep on coming
I don't want to be a burden to you by constantly needing your help.


When I'm miles away
When I am far from home and in need of support.


And you're too far away
When distance makes it difficult for me to reach you for help or support.


Oh, but if I need you to remind me
However, there are times when I need just a gentle reminder that everything is going to be okay.


That nothing has changed
That despite all of the changes and challenges, you are still there for me and nothing has changed in our relationship.


No, would it be okay if I came home to you?
Would you still be willing to provide me with support and guidance if I need it?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sigrid Solbakk Raabe, Steve Mac

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@DasPolarlichtlein

this song made me cry several times -

missing my fiancee, pregnant in 7th month, died with my unborn son
in an car accident in the 1990s. missing my dad who died of cancer in 2014.
missing my mom who also died of cancer at christmas 2018.

i am thankful for this absolutely beautiful song, sigrid.

greetings & much love from germany



@Poooja7515

Verse 1]
Couldn't wait 'til I got outside
Wondering what the world be like
I knew I had to change my mind
Didn't realize it would happen, all so soon, all so soon

[Pre-Chorus]
But, I see the world so different now
But, there's a place by the sea and that's my town

[Chorus]
When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
When I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth
Would it be okay if I came home to you?

[Verse 2]
Mmm
Independence comes with a price
When questioning your own advice
But I know I'll be alright
With an open door, no matter what I do, what I do

[Pre-Chorus]
Mmm, but I see the world so different now
But, there's a place by the sea and that's my town

[Chorus]
When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
When I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth
Would it be okay if I came home to you?

[Bridge]
No, I don't wanna keep on calling
When I'm miles away
And you're too far away
Oh, but if I need you to remind me
That nothing has changed
Would it be okay, would it be okay for you?

[Pre-Chorus]
And I see the world so different now
'Cause there's a place by the sea and that's my town

[Chorus]
When I don't know what to say
When I don't know what to do
There's a room I need to sit in
Surrounded by my favorite view
When I need a hand to hold
Someone to tell the truth
Would it be okay if I came home to you?
No, would it be okay if I came home to you?



@arsurapadd7378

This is literally the song that describes everything that happens to me this year.

I have had my exchange year in the Netherlands from 2019-2020. Everything was going well. I can speak Dutch and start to get used to the environment, the culture and everything there. Eventhough there are indeed a lot of hard times, but the wonderful moments that I also had there is priceless. But because of Covid-19, I have to travel back to my home country. I have four months left there. I have no choice but to travel back to where I'm from. And because I'm an Asian, I had a lot of hard time staying there during the time that covid-19 start spreading there. There are still a lot of things that I want to do or a lot of people who I want to spend the rest of the time with before we will never meet again. however, the situation happened so sudden that I even didn't have anytime to say goodbye to all the people who I met and spend time with. I have never thought that the moment when we met is the last moment I'll get to spend with them. It's very sad and it's not the way that I expected my exchange year will end like this. I literally listened to this song and cried during on the flight back.

But still, when I arrive at my home country, I also meet people who I love, my family, my friends, and a lot more. Life still goes on. What have happened is already amazing. I've got a lot of precious memories there.

I still keeping in touch with people that I met there. Hoping that one day, we will get to see each other again.

I'm happy that at least, I've got an opportunity to have this experience, an exchange year. I've got to meet and know all of these nice people, got to learn a new language, learn about other cultures, new aspects. I'm really appreciated this journey.

This song just basically reminds me that life goes on and there'll be people whom you love waiting for you. All those miles you have traveled, all of those experiences that taught you, makes you grow. All of those memories will be kept in your heart forever.

Thanks Sigrid. I really love this song. It shares a lot of memories in it. Thank you.



All comments from YouTube:

@grammarplease5414

imagine sitting on a plane listening to this song, thinking of the all the miles you've travelled, all the storms you've been through, and all the baggage you've been carrying, then the lights come on and you've reached your destination:
a seaside town, the ocean breeze in your hair, the sunset illuminating the sky in pink and orange hues, and then home.
home where your husband and daughter are waiting for you, in your place by the sea,
and finally, after years of being lost,
you've finally come home.

@imaanmoussa5288

That was honestly so beautiful.

@artistheloml

grammar please bruhhhh I just got so emotional 😭 wow how u do that?!!!🥺👏🏻

@francomolina9967

THIS is the context this song was made for

@grammarplease5414

thank you, i hope we all finally get to come home someday.

@amiredosman5030

this plot is basically Fun: Why Am I The Only One :D

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@DasPolarlichtlein

this song made me cry several times -

missing my fiancee, pregnant in 7th month, died with my unborn son
in an car accident in the 1990s. missing my dad who died of cancer in 2014.
missing my mom who also died of cancer at christmas 2018.

i am thankful for this absolutely beautiful song, sigrid.

greetings & much love from germany

@DobbysStinkySock

I am so sorry for your losses, sir. Wish I could give you a hug. Thank you for holding on and for being here in this world, living for the memory of all those lost.

@DasPolarlichtlein

@@DobbysStinkySock thank you for your kind words.

@melikirik9000

DasPolarlichtlein i am so sorry...

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