I Won't Be Home No More

Hank Williams

About I Won't Be Home No More

"I Won't Be Home No More" is a song written by Hank Williams on July 11, 1952. It was released posthumously on MGM Records a year later in July 1953. It was recorded at the same session that produced the classic "You Win Again" and has a similar theme, albeit in a more blithesome tone, that probably reflects Hank's bitterness towards his ex-wife Audrey Williams (Hank and Audrey were legally divorced the day before the session). As Colin Escott notes, "Even though it's suppose [sic] to be a lighthearted song, Hank seems vindictive, even spiteful. " It was recorded at Castle Studio in Nashville with Jerry Rivers (fiddle), Don Helms (steel guitar), and Harold Bradley (rhythm guitar), while it is speculated that Chet Atkins played lead guitar and Ernie Newton played bass. The song climbed to #4 on the country singles chart. 


Year:
1976
2:43
75 
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Well, you're just in time to be too late
I tried to but I couldn't wait
And now I've got another date
So I won't be home no more
You're just in time to miss the boat
So don't take off your hat and coat
Be on your way, that's all she wrote
'Cause I won't be home no more

I stood around a month or two
And waited for your call
Now I'm too busy pitchin' woo
So come around next fall
I scratched your name right off my slate
And hung a sign on my front gate
You're just in time to be too late
And I won't be home no more

Well, you're just in time to turn around
And drive your buggy back to town
You looked me, up I turned you down
And I won't be home no more
You're just in time to change your tune
Go tell your troubles to the moon
And call around next May or June
'Cause I won't be home no more

I used to be the patient kind
Believed each alibi
But that's all done, I've changed my mind
I've got new fish to fry
Well, you're just in time to celebrate
The things you didn't calculate
You're just in time to be too late
And I won't be home no more

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Hank Williams

Hank Williams (/hæŋk wɪljəmz /; September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953), born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 35 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked number one. more »

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Written by: HANK WILLIAMS SR.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Information
"I Won't Be Home No More" is a song performed by Hank Williams. Hank Williams is considered one of the most significant musical figures of the 20th century, and he played a pivotal role in shaping country music.
Song Origin
This song was recorded by Hank Williams in 1953, a year filled with personal turmoil and health problems for the star.
Song Message
The song's lyrics portray the experiences and emotions of a traveling man who won’t return home anymore. It's a classic representation of Williams's ability to capture complex emotions in straightforward lyrics.
Performance History
'I Won't Be Home No More' was released posthumously, following Hank Williams’s untimely death on January 1, 1953, at the age of 29.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the song ascended to number three on the Country & Western Juke Box chart.
Music Composition
The song's sound is imbued with Williams' traditional country style and is complemented by his emotive vocal performance.
Song Inspiration
Though not confirmed, many believe that the song stems from Williams's tumultuous personal life, particularly his troubled relationships.
Williams' Legacy
Although Williams's life and career were tragically short, he left an immense legacy. His song "I Won't Be Home No More" is just one of many that endure in popularity, showcasing his singular talent.
Other Covers
Over the years, many artists have covered "I Won’t Be Home No More," including Tony Bennett, George Hamilton IV, and Hank Williams Jr., carrying on the song’s legacy.
Lyrics Writing
Like most of Williams' songs, "I Won't Be Home No More" was written by the artist himself. Hank Williams was known as a masterful songwriter, with an ability to express deep, personal feelings through his lyrics.

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