Feels Like Home
Terra Spencer Lyrics
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I walk home at midnight I keep my eyes on my feet
Loneliness dark and deep in the city that doesn't sleep
No trace of your smile on the faces of strangers I meet
I stare out the window, lost in the space of my bed
The sounds from the sidewalk can't drown out the noise in my head
The view can't compare to your eyes, the city can't sing lullabies
All I hear is the echo of words that you said
When I see your face
I am in a place that feels like home
I had big city lights shining bright in my small town dream
I was blind with excitement, the future in high beam
I thought I was ready to fly
But I've been falling since we said goodbye
And the stars in the sky they are farther away than they seem
Home
When I see your face
I am in a place that feels like home
It's the break in your voice when you call
It's the photos on my bedroom wall
It's the words of an old favorite song
The feeling of where I belong
Home's not a place that you stay
It is someone that meets you halfway
I will only be home when I'm standing with you
Home
When I see your face
I am in a place that feels like home
The lyrics of "Feels Like Home" by Terra Spencer depict the contrasting feelings of loneliness and longing for companionship within a bustling city. The opening lines convey the chaos and noise of urban life, with the reference to skyscrapers, stoplights, and barfights spilling into the street. The singer walks home at midnight, keeping their eyes on their feet, highlighting a sense of detachment and disconnection from the world around them. Despite the city being known as a place that never sleeps, they feel an overwhelming loneliness.
The chorus reveals that seeing the face of their loved one brings a profound sense of comfort and belonging, as if they have found their true home. The singer realizes that the exciting lights and future prospects of the big city are not enough to fill the void left by the absence of their loved one. They were initially blinded by the excitement and possibilities the city offered, but since saying goodbye, they have been in a constant state of falling and yearning.
The bridge of the song emphasizes the emotional significance of certain small details and memories associated with home. The break in their loved one's voice when they call, the photos on their bedroom wall, the lyrics of an old favorite song – all these elements contribute to the feeling of belonging and homecoming. They come to the realization that home is not merely a physical place, but rather a person who meets them halfway. Ultimately, the singer can only feel truly at home when they are standing with their loved one.
Overall, "Feels Like Home" explores themes of longing and the search for stability and connection in the midst of urban loneliness. It portrays the desire to find comfort and a sense of home in the presence of someone who truly understands and completes them.
Line by Line Meaning
Skyscrapers stoplights and barfights spill into the street
The city is bustling with activity, with tall buildings, traffic lights, and fights that overflow onto the streets.
I walk home at midnight I keep my eyes on my feet
I walk alone at midnight, feeling low and distracted, avoiding eye contact with anyone.
Loneliness dark and deep in the city that doesn't sleep
In this constantly active city, I feel profound loneliness and despair.
No trace of your smile on the faces of strangers I meet
When I look at people I encounter, there is no hint of your smile on their faces.
I stare out the window, lost in the space of my bed
As I gaze out the window, my mind wanders, feeling lost and unable to sleep.
The sounds from the sidewalk can't drown out the noise in my head
The commotion outside on the sidewalk fails to silence the turmoil within my thoughts.
The view can't compare to your eyes, the city can't sing lullabies
No scenic view can match the beauty of your eyes, and this city cannot provide comforting lullabies.
All I hear is the echo of words that you said
All I can hear in my mind are the repeated echoes of the words you once said.
I had big city lights shining bright in my small town dream
While I dreamed of the excitement of big city lights, I had always envisioned them in the context of my small-town life.
I was blind with excitement, the future in high beam
Filled with overwhelming excitement, I failed to see any potential challenges ahead, with my focus solely on the bright future.
I thought I was ready to fly
I believed I had the readiness to soar to new heights and explore new possibilities.
But I've been falling since we said goodbye
Since the moment we parted ways, I have felt a continuous downward spiral and a sense of falling apart.
And the stars in the sky they are farther away than they seem
Even the distant stars in the sky appear further away than they initially appear, emphasizing the feeling of distance and separation.
It's the break in your voice when you call
The slight tremor in your voice when you speak to me on the phone.
It's the photos on my bedroom wall
The pictures displayed on my bedroom wall, capturing memories and moments that hold significance.
It's the words of an old favorite song
The lyrics of a beloved song from the past that evoke strong emotions and nostalgia.
The feeling of where I belong
The deep sense of belonging and purpose that I experience.
Home's not a place that you stay
The concept of home is not restricted to a physical location where one resides.
It is someone that meets you halfway
Home is found in the person who meets you halfway in a relationship or connection.
I will only be home when I'm standing with you
True feelings of being at home and complete occur exclusively when I am in your presence.
When I see your face
All of these emotions and senses of home surge within me when I lay eyes upon your face.
I am in a place that feels like home
In this state, I find myself in a location that truly feels like home to me.
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Written by: Terra Spencer
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