About the song
“Homeward Bound” by Simon & Garfunkel is a heartfelt and evocative folk-rock anthem that resonates with themes of longing, nostalgia, and the search for belonging. Released in 1966 as a single and later included on their album “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme,” the song showcases the duo’s signature harmonies and poetic lyricism.
Written by Paul Simon during a period of homesickness while traveling in England, “Homeward Bound” captures the bittersweet emotions of being far from home and yearning for familiarity. The song’s haunting melody and introspective lyrics strike a chord with listeners, evoking a sense of wanderlust and longing for connection.
Upon its release, “Homeward Bound” achieved commercial success, reaching number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Its inclusion in the acclaimed “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme” album further solidified its status as one of Simon & Garfunkel’s most beloved and enduring songs.
For fans of Simon & Garfunkel, “Homeward Bound” remains a timeless classic, celebrated for its poignant lyricism and timeless appeal. Its enduring popularity has led to numerous cover versions and appearances in various media, ensuring its place in the hearts of music lovers for generations to come.
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Lyrics
I’m sittin’ in the railway station
Got a ticket to my destination
On a tour of one-night stands
My suitcase and guitar in hand
And every stop is neatly planned
For a poet and a one-man band
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought’s escapin’
Home where my music’s playin’
Home where my love lies waitin’
Silently for me
Every day’s an endless stream
Of cigarettes and magazines
And each town looks the same to me
The movies and the factories
And every stranger’s face I see
Reminds me that I long to be
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought’s escapin’
Home where my music’s playin’
Home where my love lies waitin’
Silently for me
Tonight I’ll sing my songs again
I’ll play the game and pretend
But all my words come back to me
In shades of mediocrity
Like emptiness in harmony
I need someone to comfort me
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought’s escapin’
Home where my music’s playin’
Home where my love lies waitin’
Silently for me
Silently for me