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Lyrics
(Hey) Alabama, ArkansasI do love my ma and pa
Not that way that I do love you
Well, holy moly, me oh my
You’re the apple of my eye
Girl, I’ve never loved one like you
Man, oh man, you’re my best friend
I scream it to the nothingness
There ain’t nothing that I need
Well, hot and heavy, pumpkin pie
Chocolate candy, Jesus Christ
Ain’t nothing please me more than you
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
(Hey)
(Hey)
(Hey, hey)
La, la, la, la, take me home
(Daddy) Mother, I’m coming home
I’ll follow you into the park
Through the jungle, through the dark
Girl, I never loved one like you (hey)
Moats and boats and waterfalls
Alleyways and pay phone calls
I’ve been everywhere (hey) with you
That’s true, laugh until we think we’ll die
Barefoot on a summer night
Never could be sweeter than with you (hey)
And in the streets you run a-free
Like it’s only you and me
Geez, you’re something to see
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
(Hey)
(Hey)
(Hey, hey)
La, la, la, la, take me home
(Daddy) Mother, I’m coming home
“Jade”
“Alexander”
“Do you remember that day you fell out of my window?”
“I sure do, you came jumping out after me”
“Well, you fell on the concrete, nearly broke your ass
And you were bleedin’ all over the place
And I rushed you out to the hospital, you remember that?”
“Yes, I do”
“Well, there’s something I never told you about that night”
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“While you were sitting in the backseat smoking a cigarette
You thought was gonna be your last
I was falling deep, deeply in love with you
And I never told you ’til just now”
“Aww”
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
Oh, home, let me come home
Home is where I’m alone with you
Home, let me come home
Home is wherever I’m with you
Oh, home, yes, I am home
Home is when I’m alone with you
Alabama, Arkansas
I do love my ma and pa
Moats and boats and waterfalls
Alleyways and pay phone calls
Home is when I’m alone with you
Home is when I’m alone with you
In a discography that’s as whimsical as it is heartfelt, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros have etched a permanent place in their listeners’ hearts with ‘Home,’ a track that transcends conventional love songs. By blending indie folk charm with refreshingly raw emotion, this tune has become an anthem for anyone who’s ever been in love so deep that their concept of home transcended a physical place.
Beyond its undeniably catchy chorus and foot-stomping melody, ‘Home’ offers layers of meaning that resonate with anyone who’s found solace in another’s company. It’s a song that celebrates love, companionship, and the ultimate realization that home isn’t a location—it’s a state of mind and heart.
An Exploration of Heartfelt Storytelling
The conversational quirkiness that pervades ‘Home’ gives it an endearing quality rare in its authenticity. Storytelling through spoken vignettes, particularly in the bridge, adds a personal dimension that pulls the listener deeper into the shared experiences of the narrators. The dialogue creates a narrative tapestry rich with visual imagery; it’s as if the memories and tales of love are playing out vividly in our own imaginations.
Bringing these shared experiences to life, the song taps into a fundamental human need for connection. By incorporating the mundane—alleyways, payphone calls—alongside the fantastical—moats, waterfalls—the song blends the everyday and the extraordinary to illustrate that home is found in the person who stands by you in both the commonplace and the adventures.
Decoding the ‘Home is Wherever I’m with You’ Mantra
At its core, ‘Home’ is a tapestry woven with the threads of unconditional love. The chorus’s repetition of ‘Home, let me come home, home is wherever I’m with you’ cements the notion that home is not a static place but a dynamic feeling. It’s a universal sentiment, striking a chord with those in love or in search of a place where they belong.
This simple yet profound refrain serves as a gentle reminder of love’s power to create a sense of belonging. Whether surrounded by the chaos of the concrete jungle or the solace of nature, if with the right person, anywhere can be transformed into a sanctuary, a home. The repetition isn’t just lyrical—it’s ritualistic, reinforcing a sense of comfort and security.
The Sweet Elixir of Melody and Harmony
Musically, ‘Home’ wraps listeners in a warm, melodic embrace. The instrumentation combines the rustic charm of folk with catchy pop sensibilities, making the tune an oral tradition of the modern era. The blend of whistles, trumpets, and myriad other instruments creates a carnival of sound that spills into the streets of the soul, enticing one to dance with joy and nostalgia.
This jubilant soundscape is a testament to the collaborative spirit of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros. It echoes the theme of togetherness, not just in its lyrics but in the very way the song is constructed—each band member contributing to a symphony that’s as much about communal experience as the message itself.
Unveiling the Hidden Narrative: A Love Laden Exchange
Lingering between the lines of the catchy refrains and anecdotes is a deeply personal tale of love. The back-and-forth exchange that recounts a couple’s near-tragic accident adds a layer of gravity to the song, encapsulating the ‘in sickness and in health’ tenet of profound love. It’s this moment of vulnerability that marks the transition from mere affection to a life-changing bond.
This candid snapshot into the characters’ lives offers listeners a fly-on-the-wall perspective into a moment when love is at its most real and profound. The spoken memory becomes a symbol for the song itself—where love transforms a painful event into an epiphany of closeness and interdependence.
Infectious Lines That Resonate with the Wanderer’s Soul
Certain lines in ‘Home’ have embedded themselves in the cultural lexicon, becoming mantras for nomads and wanderlust-filled lovers alike. ‘Alabama, Arkansas, I do love my Ma and Pa’ is a simple articulation of love for one’s origins, while also setting the stage for a declaration of a different, more fiery love. The quirky ‘Well, holy moly, me oh my, you’re the apple of my eye’ encapsulates adoration with a twist of timeless Americana.
What anchors these memorable lines is the recognition of an adventurous spirit and the belief that love, like life, is a journey to be traversed hand in hand. The song crafts a mosaic of moments, each a love letter to the nomadic heart, yet always circling back to the greatest destination—being with the one who makes you feel most at home.
