Welcome Home
The Welcome Home Lyrics
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Child don't you see
These trees you love to hide in
Are from a forest made by me
Be still, you're shaking
Chasing your shadow
These pursuits of your pictures
Are tearing you down slow
So turn to me
Come to me
I'll refresh you as I
Pour my peace
Soft upon your skin
Oh, your weary soul
Is always welcome home
You're always welcome home
Wake up
From your nightmare
Child you were made
For more than making monsters out of
Puddles in the rain
Be still, you're shaking
Chasing your shadow
These pursuits of your pictures
Are tearing you down slow
So turn to me
Come to me
I'll refresh you as I
Pour my peace
Soft upon your skin
Oh, your weary soul
Is always welcome home
You're always welcome home
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
Child, come to me
The lyrics of "Welcome Home" by The Welcome Home consist of a message of hope and encouragement. It speaks to the struggles and hardships faced by the addressee, who is referred to as "child." The first stanza talks about the addressee's need to wake up from a slumber, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for a state of apathy, depression or disillusionment. The writer points out that the addressee's hiding in trees is futile, as they were made by the creator of the universe. The second stanza talks about the addressee's nightmares or fears, which seem insignificant in the grand scheme of things. The writer urges the addressee to turn to them for comfort and refreshment. The repetition of "Child, come to me" in the last part is a form of plea, emphasizing the writer's willingness to offer solace.
Overall, the song speaks to a universal theme of searching for purpose, direction and a sense of belonging. The writer is conveying a message of reassurance that no matter what the addressee is going through; they are not alone. The addressee can always come to the writer for comfort and a sense of home. The song is comforting, emotional, and heartfelt, leaving the person feeling secure and loved.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up from your slumber
It's time to awaken from your state of inactivity and become aware of your surroundings.
Child don't you see
You may not realize it yet, but there is something important you need to understand.
These trees you love to hide in
The things that you feel safe and secure in are part of a larger creation.
Are from a forest made by me
This natural environment is my creation.
Be still, you're shaking
You're filled with anxiety and need to calm down.
Chasing your shadow
You're pursuing something that has no real substance or value.
These pursuits of your pictures
You're chasing after illusions and temporary pleasures.
Are tearing you down slow
These activities are damaging your well-being, though you may not realize it yet.
So turn to me
You need to redirect your focus and seek my guidance.
Come to me
You're being invited to seek a relationship with the artist and allow them to help you.
I'll refresh you as I
The singer will provide you with the things you need to revive your spirit.
Pour my peace
You'll receive a sense of harmony and tranquility from the artist.
Soft upon your skin
This peace will be comforting and tangible in a way that you can feel.
Oh, your weary soul
You're emotionally fatigued and depleted.
Is always welcome home
You will always be accepted and loved by the singer.
You're always welcome home
The artist wants you to feel that you have a permanent place in their presence.
Wake up
This is repeated as an urgent call for you to become aware of a new insight and act on it.
From your nightmare
You're experiencing something terrifying or unpleasant.
Child you were made
You were created with a specific purpose and value.
For more than making monsters out of puddles in the rain
You can do better things and pursue more worthwhile goals than just playing around in a childish manner.
Child, come to me
The invitation to find comfort and guidance is repeated multiple times for emphasis.
Writer(s): Ryan Steffes
Contributed by Evelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.