Leaving Home
T. Mills Lyrics
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Thats where i tripped theres where i fell, i sleep by that tree and dreamt so well,
I never knew a girl like you uh and i sure wont meet another,
But if you cant see that this whole street isnt big enough for me then
We've been in different places, imma just go imma just go [X2]
You can stay in that small town (town town) but imma break out (break out)
Now im leaving home, for another place on a different street in a different state,
Now im leaving home, caus you always say its the only way you wish id stay (stay stay stay),
Now im leaving home, im leaving home
I can find a place thats well and good, as well as you
But i need change and change needs me too (too too),
I cant come second for the second, but first of all its not my fault,
You may hate me try to blame me your friends wont hear my side at all,
We'll split and tear bid farewell, you'll tell me im not welcome here,
We can laugh it off over coffee when i visit next year its just uh
We've been in different places, imma just go imma just go [X2]
You can stay in that small town (town town) but imma break out (break out)
Id rather lose your love than have to stay and live in doubt,
Now im leaving home, for another place on a different street in a different state,
Now im leaving home, caus you always say its the only way you wish id stay (stay stay stay),
Now im leaving home, im leaving home
Watch me go, watch me go (oh oh)
We've been in different places, imma just go imma just go [X5]
You can stay in that small town (town town) but imma break out (break out)
Id rather lose your love than have to stay and live in doubt,
Now im leaving home, for another place on a different street in a different state,
Now im leaving home, caus you always say its the only way you wish id stay (stay stay stay),
Now im leaving home, im leaving home
We date in different places [X5]
The song "Leaving Home" by T. Mills is a reflective piece about one's longing to leave the place they call home in search of something new. T. Mills cherishes his memories in his hometown, where he "tripped" and "fell," slept by a tree and dreamed, and where he found his first love. However, despite his sentimental connection to his home town, he yearns for change and the chance to start again somewhere else. His lover begs him not to leave, but T. Mills feels that his dreams are too big for his current surroundings.
Throughout the chorus, T. Mills repeats the phrase, "Now I'm leaving home," which is a symbol of the song's theme of self-discovery and following one's heart. Despite the fear of leaving behind familiarity, possible heartbreak, and the unknown, T. Mills is willing to go to gain the growth and experience he desires.
Overall, "Leaving Home" is a relatable track that encapsulates the feeling of needing new horizons and taking chances for prosperity.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the way home feels and smells, been here since 12,
I have a deep emotional attachment to my hometown where I have lived since childhood, and I am fond of its signature scent and warm atmosphere.
Thats where i tripped theres where i fell, i sleep by that tree and dreamt so well,
I have many personal memories and experiences associated with my hometown, including a fall and a favorite tree where I have had pleasant dreams.
I never knew a girl like you uh and i sure wont meet another,
I have strong emotions towards you, and I don't believe I will ever meet anyone like you.
But if you cant see that this whole street isnt big enough for me then
If you cannot understand that I have outgrown this small town and need to pursue something bigger, then we may have to part ways.
You can stay in that small town (town town) but imma break out (break out)
You are free to remain in our small hometown, but I need to explore new opportunities and break out of my current situation.
Id rather lose your love than have to stay and live in doubt,
I am willing to lose your love rather than stay in this small town and live with uncertainty about what could have been.
Now im leaving home, for another place on a different street in a different state,
I am leaving my hometown to explore new opportunities in a different state on a different street, to find out what else is out there.
Now im leaving home, caus you always say its the only way you wish id stay (stay stay stay),
I am leaving home because you want me to stay, but I need to leave to grow and seek out my own path, even if it means leaving you behind.
I can find a place thats well and good, as well as you
I can find another place just as good as my hometown, where I can be happy and successful, just like we were together.
But i need change and change needs me too (too too),
I need change in my life, and change needs me as well to pursue different opportunities, explore new experiences, and grow as a person.
You may hate me try to blame me your friends wont hear my side at all,
You may blame and resent me for leaving, and your friends may take your side without understanding my own feelings and motivations.
Now im leaving home, im leaving home
I am finally leaving my hometown to explore new opportunities and seek out my own path, despite the pain and uncertainty.
Watch me go, watch me go (oh oh)
Watch me leave and pursue my own goals and dreams, even if it means going against the wishes of those closest to me.
Contributed by Cooper K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cloudyfoxbesideyou
[Verse 1]
I love the way home feels and smells,
been here since 12,
thats where i tripped,
thats where i fell,
i sleep by that tree and dreamt so well,
i never knew ah girl like you ah
and i sure won't meet another
but if you cant see
that this old street isnt big enough for me then
we live in different places imma just go, imma just go [X2]
[Chorus]
You can stay in the small town
but imma breakout
i'd rather lose your love then have to stay and live in doubt
now im leaving home
for another place on a different street in a different state
now im leaving home cause you always say its the only way you'd wish i'd stay
now im leaving home im leaving home
[Verse 2]
I can find a place thats well a good as well as you
but i need change and change needs me too
i cant come second but first of all its not my fault
you maye hate me tryna blame me your friends wont hear my side at all
we'll split and tear bid farwell you told me im not welcome here
we can laugh it off
over coffee when i visit next year
its just the
we've been in different places, imma just go, imma just go [X2]
[Chorus]
You can stay in the small town
but imma breakout
i'd rather lose your love then have to stay and live in doubt
now im leaving home
for another place on a different street in a different state
now im leaving cause you always say its the only way you'd wish i'd stay
now im leaving home im leaving home
wacth me go [X2]
we've been in different places imma just go, imma just go [X4]
[Chorus]
You can stay in the small town
but imma breakout
i'd rather lose your love then have to stay and live in doubt
now im leaving home
for another place on a different street in a different state
now im leaving home cause you always say its the only way you'd wish i'd stay
now im leaving home, im leaving home
we've been in different places [X5]
@vitoriaferreira8497
nostalgia!
@LilKevOficial
Divina y bendita la mujer que le guste escuchar T.Mills a pesar de el transcurrir de los años usted vale oro bendiciones :)
@errikac7111
I used to LOVE T Mills back in high school, and I remember loving this song. Makes sense why I did and still do since I’m really leaving home. ❤️
@gdiprimo
ABRACEI ESSE POSTE 💙💙💙💙💙 BONS TEMPOS SE LOCO KKKKKK
@ayelensheckler5462
2021.
@macklynnunez2119
AÚN ESPERANDO QUE REGRESE T.Mills🔥❤️
@shewantshope
X2
@HavenFaith
this song has a new meaning for me. so thanks for still being able to get the words out for me<3
@jadered9514
Quarantine vibes but sadly I’m stuck at home ☹️ stay safe everyone!
@aceverseproductions556
was going through huge change with love life and leaving my house with a huge ego when this came out.. now i wish i could go back home 😂