Come Home
The Coral Lyrics


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Come home you've been gone too long
I hear you walking like a tired dog
All alone in the wild untamed
A fading face in the picture frame

Well i'll be waiting when the cuckoo calls
A different place but the same four walls
I hear you crying for somebody's arms
Come home away from harm

Tears those tears and thorns
The unborn will pass through every storm
While the sad silent son
He sings for the kings
And the times they had last spring

Come home through the hurricanes
The violent winds and the sharp chicanes
I see you swimming in the blackest seas
With the magnets and the mysteries

Above the fireplace upon the shelf
In the book where i find myself
Was it you who turned the page last night?
Come home it will be alright

Tears those tears and thorns
The unborn will pass through every storm
While the sad silent son
He sings for the kings
And the times they had last spring





Come home (x8)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Coral's song "Come Home" tell the story of someone who has been gone for too long and needs to return home. The opening line, "Come home you've been gone too long," sets the tone for the entire song. The next line portrays the person as tired and alone in the wild, suggesting that they have been away for some time. The third line, "A fading face in the picture frame," implies that the person is becoming a distant memory to those left behind.


The chorus, "Tears those tears and thorns, the unborn will pass through every storm while the sad silent son he sings for the kings and the times they had last spring," uses a powerful combination of words to convey the pain and sorrow the person has experienced while away. The mention of passing through every storm suggests that the person has faced many difficulties and struggles, but that they have the strength to continue. The "sad silent son" may be a reference to the person's child or family member who has been left behind, singing for the "kings" or those in power who have the ability to bring the person home.


The verses continue to describe the person's journey home, facing hurricanes and violent winds, swimming in black seas with magnets and mysteries. The final verse suggests that the person may have been reading a book and turned a page, indicating a desire to return home. The chorus repeats the same message, "Come home," with increasing urgency.


Overall, "Come Home" is a heartfelt and emotional plea for someone to return home after a long absence. The lyrics use vivid imagery and powerful language to convey the pain and longing of those left behind.


Line by Line Meaning

Come home you've been gone too long
You've been away for a while and it's time for you to come back home


I hear you walking like a tired dog
You seem exhausted and worn out when you move or walk around


All alone in the wild untamed
You are by yourself in a place that is uncontrolled and unpredictable


A fading face in the picture frame
Your image in the photo is gradually disappearing as time passes by


Well i'll be waiting when the cuckoo calls
I'll be here for you no matter what and will wait until you are ready to come back home


A different place but the same four walls
Although you may be in a different location, it's still the same old routine and environment around you


I hear you crying for somebody's arms
You seem to be longing for someone's comfort or embrace


Come home away from harm
I want you to come back home where it's safe and secure


Tears those tears and thorns
You'll experience pain and struggles along the way


The unborn will pass through every storm
Even the youngest or most innocent among us will face difficult situations


While the sad silent son
Someone who is upset and doesn't speak up


He sings for the kings
Still has a voice and important things to say and contribute


And the times they had last spring
Looking back on better times or memories


Come home through the hurricanes
No matter what kind of chaos or trouble there may be


The violent winds and the sharp chicanes
Strong and forceful obstacles won't stop you from coming home


I see you swimming in the blackest seas
You appear to be struggling and facing darkness or challenges


With the magnets and the mysteries
Attracted to and trying to solve the unknown and puzzling aspects of life


Above the fireplace upon the shelf
A specific location where an object or item is stored or displayed


In the book where i find myself
Reflecting on one's own experiences and self-discovery


Was it you who turned the page last night?
Did you make a change or progress in your life recently?


Come home it will be alright
Coming home will bring comfort and reassurance


Come home (x8)
Repeated reminder and request to come back home




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NICHOLAS POWER, WILLIAM RYDER-JONES, JAMES SKELLY

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