Home Town
Joe Jackson
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Of all the stupid things I could have thought This was the worst I started to believe That I was born at seventeen And all the stupid things The letters and the broken verse Stayed hidden at the bottom of the drawer They'd always been And now I plough through piles Of bills, receipts and credit cards And tickets and the Daily News And sometimes I just . . . want to go back to my home town Though I know it'll never be the same Back to my home town 'Cause it's been so long And I'm wondering if it's still there We think we're pretty smart Us city slickers get around And when the going's rough We kill the pain and relocate We're never married Never faithful not to any town But we never leave the past behind We just accumulate So sometimes when the music stops I seem to hear a distant sound Of waves and seagulls Football crowds and church bells And I . . . want to go back to my home town Though I know it'll never be the same Back to my home town 'Cause it's been so long And I'm wondering if it's still there Back to my home town Though I know it'll never be the same Back to my home town 'Cause it's been so long And I'm wondering if it's still there
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Written by: MICHAEL CARR, JIMMY KENNEDY
Lyrics © Konic Records, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
GenreThe song "Home Town" by Joe Jackson belongs to the New Wave and Pop/Rock genre.
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AlbumIt is taken from the album "Big World" which was released in 1986.
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Live RecordingThe album "Big World" was recorded live in front of an audience that was asked not to applaud or make noise. This makes "Home Town" a live track.
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Unique ConceptThe concept of "Big World" album was unique as it was a three-sided double album. The fourth side, which contained no music, had a message from Jackson explaining why the additional space existed.
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SongwritingJoe Jackson is known for his poignant and thought-provoking lyrics. "Home Town", like many of his songs, is a socio-political commentary enacted through the medium of popular music.
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Musical StyleIn "Home Town", Joe Jackson's signature blend of rock, jazz, and classic pop is evident. His piano skills also shine through in this song.
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Critical AcclaimThough not a major hit, "Home Town" is often praised for its melodic structure and insightful lyrics.
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Nostalgic ThemeThe song, as suggested by its title, revolves around the theme of nostalgia and longing for one's home town.
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InstrumentsThe song features a rich instrumentation including piano, bass guitar, lead guitar, and drums.
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Jackson's Vocal PerformanceIn "Home Town", Jackson's vocals tend to swing between tender verses and a more powerful, emotional chorus, showcasing his vocal versatility.
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Pretty Women ThemeThe song was used in the soundtrack of film "Pretty Women," which further increased its popularity.
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Jackson’s British OriginJoe Jackson's British origin reflects in the lyrics as it’s believed to evoke his feelings about his hometown, Portsmouth, England.
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