Better Be Home Soon
Crowded House
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Somewhere deep inside Something's got a hold on you And it's pushing me aside See it stretch on forever I know I'm right For the first time in my life That's why I tell you You'd better be home soon Stripping back the coats Of lies and deception Back to nothingness Like a week in the desert I know I'm right For the first time in my life That's why I tell you You'd better be home soon So don't say no Don't say nothing's wrong Cause when you get back home Maybe I'll be gone It would cause me pain If we were to end it But I could start again You can depend on it I know I'm right For the first time in my life That's why I tell you You'd better be home soon That's why I tell you You'd better be home soon
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Written by: Neil Mullane Finn
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Better Be Home Soon" is a song by Crowded House from their second album, "Temple of Low Men." It was released as a single in 1988.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved major chart success. It reached the number 2 spot on the Australia ARIA Charts, number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and number 13 on UK Singles Chart.
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Song CompositionThe song is played in the key of C Major and is noted for its simplicity and classic chord structure, including bar chords and basic progressions.
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Lyric CompositionThe heart-touching lyrics, penned by lead vocalist Neil Finn, reportedly reflect the pressure and tension the band experienced while working on their second album.
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Award NominationsIn 1989, "Better Be Home Soon" was nominated for the ARIA Music Award for Single of the Year and won the APRA award for Song of the Year.
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Song ThemeThe song discusses desperation, loneliness, and longing for home - feelings that resonated well with listeners.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Alex Proyas, features the band performing in a room filled with candles, creating an intimate and haunting atmosphere.
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CollaborationsIn 2005, Yaël Naim performed a cover of "Better Be Home Soon" alongside David Donatien.
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Song Legacy"Better Be Home Soon" is considered one of Crowded House's signature songs and remains incredibly popular, often highlighted in their live performances.
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Career ImpactThe song really solidified Crowded House's presence in the international music scene and they continued to have successful hits throughout the 1990s.
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Other AppearancesThe song featured in the 1996 Australian movie "Cosi," contributing to the film's impactful soundtrack.
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RecognitionRolling Stone Australia named "Better Be Home Soon" as one of 'The 100 Greatest Australian Songs Of All Time'.
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