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"Home" is the debut single and coronation song from American Idol season 11 winner Phillip Phillips. The song was co-written by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden, and produced by Drew Pearson. Phillips first performed the song on the season's final performance night on May 22, 2012, and then again on the finale after he was declared the winner. His recording of "Home" was released as a single on May 23, 2012 and included as a track on the compilations American Idol Season Finale - Season 11 EP and Journey to the Finale released at the same time. The song was also included on his debut album, The World from the Side of the Moon, released later in November that year. The single debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 with a first week sales figure of 278,000 downloads. It has the biggest digital sales week for any Idol winner's coronation song, and it became the best selling of all coronation songs, as well as the best-selling song by any Idol alum in the United States. It has sold over 5 million copies in the United States. 


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Hold on, to me as we go
As we roll down this unfamiliar road
And although this wave is stringing us along
Just know you’re not alone
'Cause I’m going to make this place your home

Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found

Just know you’re not alone
'Cause I’m going to make this place your home

Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found

Just know you’re not alone
'Cause I’m going to make this place your home

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Phillip Phillips

Phillip LaDon Phillips, Jr. (born September 20, 1990) is an American singer-songwriter from Leesburg, Georgia. He won the eleventh season of American Idol on May 23, 2012. more »

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Written by: Andrew Pearson, Greg Holden

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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16 facts about this song

Chart Success
"Home" debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 after Phillip Phillips' victory at American Idol.
Album
The song is the lead single from Phillip Phillips' debut album, "The World from the Side of the Moon."
Release Date
"Home" was released on May 23, 2012, the day after he won the eleventh season of American Idol.
Songwriters
The song was written by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden. Although Phillip Phillips is known for his songwriting skills, he didn't contribute to the writing of this track.
Platinum Status
"Home" has been certified 5x Platinum by the RIAA, indicating it has sold over 5 million copies in the U.S.
Sports Tie-In
The song was used by the United States women's gymnastics team as their unofficial song during the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Inspirations
The song has been compared to Mumford & Sons' folk-rock sound.
Commercial Use
"Home" was used in television commercials for the 2012 film Trouble with the Curve.
Billboard Year-End
It was ranked as the sixth best-selling song of 2012 in the United States and the third best-selling song of 2012 in Canada.
Music Video
The music video for "Home" premiered on August 2, 2012, and was directed by Joseph Toman.
Live Performances
Phillip Phillips performed "Home" live during the finale of American Idol season 11, which was credited to his win.
First Single
This was Phillip Phillips' first single after winning American Idol.
Television Appearances
The song was performed by Phillips at the 2012 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and on his return to American Idol during the twelfth season.
Covers
The song has been covered by a number of other artists, including Irish band Kodaline.
IDC Sales
The song sold 278,000 downloads in its first week, setting a new record for the biggest digital sales week for any Idol winner's coronation song.
Critical Reception
Music critics gave "Home" generally positive reviews, praising its lyrics, melody, and Phillip's vocals.

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