Home Alone
Teresa Bergman Lyrics
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Around the world
A cocky young spaniel
Chasing every ball
To find the perfect pearl
You're a travelling island
This pirate's getting dizzy
Drawing circles in the sand
And you're starting to look
Like a faded treasure map
Keep it small baby
Keep it small from the start
Keep it small baby
Down there playing its part
So you're home, coming home, so you're home
You'll never, ever, ever be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never, ever, ever be
Young sparrow learnt a new tongue down south
Took the roundest of trips
To find a crooked little soul
Once buried in his mouth
The younger the better
Said a fat, wise man in Thailand
As he got his daily rub
Then he rocks himself to sleep each night
With his ego, his partner, his one true love
Keep her small baby
Keep her small from the start
And if she grows baby
Cut her down at the heart
So you're home, coming home, so you're home
You'll never, ever, ever be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never be, never be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never, ever, ever be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never be, never be home
Well the thing about leaving boy is
You have to come back
And the thing about coming back
Is that time it doesn't trickle in a circle in the sand
So you picked yourself a flower
So new and pink and pretty, this perky little bud
Well I guess it's love
Love, love, love
So you're home, coming home, so you're home
You'll never, ever, ever be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never be, never be home
So you're home, coming home
You'll never, ever, ever be home
So you're home, home alone
You'll never be, never be home
Well the camel's back, did it bring you back?
And the downward dog, did it bring you the bone?
Did you find it in the mountains boy?
Did you find it in the deepest sea?
Walking around all barefoot, barefoot through a forest
Or milking cows on your knees?
Did the voice in the call centre
Tell you the secret to your pain?
Well the poker chips, you know they're falling again
In Teresa Bergman's song "Home Alone," the lyrics explore themes of self-discovery, travel, and the search for a sense of belonging. The song begins by describing a person who is constantly chasing after themselves, metaphorically represented by a cocky young spaniel chasing balls. This person is portrayed as being constantly on the move, looking for the perfect experience or connection, but ultimately feeling dizzy and lost. The lyric "ex marks the spot boy, and you're starting to look like a faded treasure map" suggests that the person's past relationships and experiences have left them feeling worn and unsure of themselves.
The second verse introduces another character, a young sparrow who has learned a "new tongue down south" and embarked on a journey to find a crooked little soul buried within themselves. The fat, wise man in Thailand advises the sparrow that the younger, the better when it comes to discovering the soul. The lyrics imply that this character has also been on a quest for self-discovery but has been taught to keep their soul small and contained, possibly to avoid the pain and complications that come with growth.
The chorus repeats the phrase "so you're home, coming home, so you're home" but adds the phrase "you'll never, ever, ever be home." This suggests that no matter how much these characters search for a sense of home, they are unable to find it. The repetition of the phrase "home alone" further emphasizes the feeling of isolation and the inability to truly feel at home, both physically and emotionally.
The third verse introduces the concept of leaving and coming back. It reflects on the idea that leaving a place or person requires returning eventually, and when one finally returns, time does not flow in a circular manner like drawing circles in the sand. This highlights the non-linear nature of personal growth and the realization that one cannot simply go back to how things were before.
The bridge of the song introduces the idea of love, expressed through the metaphor of picking a flower. The lyrics suggest that this newfound love is vibrant and beautiful, but it still does not provide a sense of home. The song ends with a series of questions, asking whether various experiences and influences have brought the person back to themselves and whether they have discovered the secret to their pain. The mention of poker chips falling again implies that the person may be repeating past patterns or finding themselves in familiar situations.
Overall, "Home Alone" explores the complex themes of self-discovery, travel, longing for connection, and the inability to find a true sense of home. It reveals the struggles and uncertainties that come with searching for oneself and ultimately suggests that love or external experiences may not provide the solution to that search.
Line by Line Meaning
Went chasing yourself
You embarked on a journey to find yourself
Around the world
Travelling across different countries and cultures
A cocky young spaniel
Full of confidence and energy
Chasing every ball
Pursuing every opportunity and adventure
To find the perfect pearl
In search of something valuable and precious
You're a travelling island
You feel isolated and disconnected from home
This pirate's getting dizzy
You're starting to feel overwhelmed and disoriented
Drawing circles in the sand
Going in circles without making progress
But ex marks the spot boy
Your past experiences are guiding you
And you're starting to look
You appear
Like a faded treasure map
Worn out and less promising
Keep it small baby
Maintain modesty and simplicity
Keep it small from the start
Don't let things become overly complicated
Down there playing its part
Stay grounded and focused on your purpose
So you're home, coming home, so you're home
You're returning to your roots and familiar surroundings
You'll never, ever, ever be home
But you will never truly feel at home
So you're home, home alone
You're back, but still feeling lonely and disconnected
You'll never, ever, ever be
The sense of belonging will always elude you
Young sparrow learnt a new tongue down south
You acquired new skills and knowledge in a different place
Took the roundest of trips
Embarked on a comprehensive journey
To find a crooked little soul
In search of a unique and unconventional spirit
Once buried in his mouth
That was hidden inside you
The younger the better
It is more advantageous to start young
Said a fat, wise man in Thailand
Wisdom received from an overweight and knowledgeable person in Thailand
As he got his daily rub
While receiving a massage
Then he rocks himself to sleep each night
He finds comfort and peace in his own thoughts
With his ego, his partner, his one true love
Self-importance, his significant other, his ultimate affection
Keep her small baby
Keep your significant other humble and modest
And if she grows baby
If she becomes more successful or prominent
Cut her down at the heart
Diminish her importance or influence
Well the thing about leaving boy is
Leaving has its consequences
You have to come back
Eventually, you have to return
And the thing about coming back
Returning has its own challenges
Is that time it doesn't trickle in a circle in the sand
Time doesn't repeat itself in a predictable pattern
So you picked yourself a flower
You found something beautiful and delicate
So new and pink and pretty, this perky little bud
Symbolizing a new and attractive beginning
Well I guess it's love
It may be love
Love, love, love
An emphasis on the concept of love
Well the camel's back, did it bring you back?
Did the breaking point or final straw cause your return?
And the downward dog, did it bring you the bone?
Did a yoga pose or a pursuit help satisfy your desires?
Did you find it in the mountains boy?
Did you discover fulfillment in nature?
Did you find it in the deepest sea?
Did the depths of the ocean offer what you were seeking?
Walking around all barefoot, barefoot through a forest
Engaging in a simple and natural lifestyle
Or milking cows on your knees?
Performing humble and menial tasks
Did the voice in the call centre
Did professional advice or guidance
Tell you the secret to your pain?
Provide a solution to your emotional suffering?
Well the poker chips, you know they're falling again
The risks and uncertainties are surfacing once more
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Teresa Bergman
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