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I'm comin' home, I've done my time
Now I've got to know what is and isn't mine
If you received my letter telling you I'd soon be free
Then you'll know just what to do
If you still want me
If you still want me
Whoa, tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
It's been three long years Do ya still want me ?(still want me)
If I don't see a ribbon 'round the old oak tree
I'll stay on the bus
Forget about us Put the blame on me
If I don't see a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
Tie a yelow ribbon 'round the old oak tree,tie it baby~~
Tie a yellow bibbon 'round the old oak tree
Bus driver, please look for me
'cause I couldn't bear to see what I might see
I'm really still in prison
And my love.she holds the key
A simple yellow ribbon's what I need to set me free
I wrote and told her please please please
Whoa, tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
It's been three long years
Do ya still whant me?(still want me)
If I don't see a ribbon 'round the old oak tree
I'll stay on the bus
Forger about us Put the blame on me
If I don't see a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
Bus driver please, yeah please look for me
If she tie the ribbon
Tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree*3
I'm wishing and I'm praying
Now the whole darn bus is cheerin'
And I can't believe I see
A hundred yellow ribbons 'round the old oak tree




I'm comin' home,mmm,mmm
Tie a ribbon 'round the old oak tree...

Overall Meaning

The song "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Old Oak Tree," by Tony Orlando and Dawn, is an emotional story told through music about a man returning from prison after three years. The lyrics are from the perspective of the man asking his love interest if she'll take him back by tying a yellow ribbon around an old oak tree. The yellow ribbon is used as a symbol to represent his hope for a second chance in their relationship. The song opens with the man's explanation that he served his time and now wants to know if his love interest still wants him back. He mentions how he wrote her a letter, indicating he'll soon be free, and if she still wants him, she should tie a yellow ribbon around the old oak tree to let him know.


The chorus of the song serves as a plea from the man, explaining that if he doesn't see a yellow ribbon tied around the old oak tree, he'll stay on the bus and forget about their relationship. He also adds that she should "put the blame on me," indicating that he takes full responsibility for the end of their relationship. The second verse of the song describes the man's fear of seeing what he might see if he returns to their hometown. He mentions that he's still imprisoned by his love for her and hopes a simple yellow ribbon could set him free. He pleads with her once again to tie the ribbon around the old oak tree.


The song captures a sentiment of hope and longing as the man travels home unsure if his love interest still cares for him. The yellow ribbon symbolizes the hope for a second chance in their relationship and his faithful and optimistic return. The song's story resonated widely and became an anthem in 1973 for families waiting for their loved ones to return home from the Vietnam War.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm comin' home, I've done my time
I am finally coming back home after being away for a long time


Now I've got to know what is and isn't mine
I need to find out what has changed in my absence


If you received my letter telling you I'd soon be free
I sent a letter to you informing about my release from prison


Then you'll know just what to do
I hope you know what to do after reading my letter and understanding my situation


If you still want me
If you still have feelings for me and want me in your life


Whoa, tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
I am requesting to hang a yellow ribbon on the oak tree as a sign of acceptance and an invitation to come back home


It's been three long years Do ya still want me ?(still want me)
It's been a long time since I've been home, do you still have the same feelings for me?


If I don't see a ribbon 'round the old oak tree
If the yellow ribbon is not hanging on the tree, it is an indication that I am not welcome back home


I'll stay on the bus Forget about us Put the blame on me
If I am not welcome back, I will accept it and take the blame for it


Bus driver, please look for me
I am asking the bus driver to notify me if the ribbon is hanging on the tree


'cause I couldn't bear to see what I might see I'm really still in prison And my love.she holds the key
I don't want to see a negative sign, I am still in prison, and my love’s decision will determine whether I am accepted back home or not


A simple yellow ribbon's what I need to set me free I wrote and told her please please please
A yellow ribbon would signal my release from prison, and I have pleaded with my love to hang it


Bus driver please, yeah please look for me If she ties the ribbon Tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree
Again, I implore the bus driver to update me if the ribbon is hung, and if so, to tie it on the oak tree


I'm wishing and I'm praying Now the whole darn bus is cheerin'
I am hoping and praying that the ribbon is hung, and it seems as if everyone on the bus is also rooting for me


And I can't believe I see A hundred yellow ribbons 'round the old oak tree
I am overwhelmed with joy to see many yellow ribbons, indicating that many people are welcoming me back home


I'm comin' home,mmm,mmm Tie a ribbon 'round the old oak tree...
With all these ribbons, I am absolutely coming home




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Comments from YouTube:

simon Coupe

5:48 - perfect delivery and timing with the pyro technician. Actually had me laughing out loud for real.

HadesDrums

This was great, but that guy dressed as Pennywise that popped up behind Jon that time will forever be my favorite thing

markkNL

That one has definitely shaved some years off of Jons life

Millie Clark

What episode was that?

Emilie Hallingstad

@Millie Clark s20e02, I think.

SarahJigglypuff

Jon saying that he initially just wrote down 'I coped' is comedic poetry.

SurgicalSlinky

Jimmys new hair still scares me. He looks more like a ventriloquist dummy now than at any point ever lol

megaangelic

Never seen Suzie look so happy to try looking up a word.

TcheQ _

To Josh's credit, PIGFEED is good in Collins, which is the official dictionary of English Scrabble players worldwide

kisbie

Not surprising that a Devonshire boy would assume it was a word, tbf.

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