I'm Comin' Home

Tommy James

About I'm Comin' Home

"I'm Comin' Home" is a song written by Tommy James and Bob King and performed by James featuring The Stephentown Singers. The song was the follow-up single after James' hit "Draggin' the Line". It reached #19 in Canada and #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1971. It was featured on his 1971 album, Christian of the World. The song was produced by James and King and arranged by Jimmy Wisner.


Year:
1991
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I wanna make it back to my father's mansion.
I'm gonna make it. But at last I'm comin' home,
I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home.

Here I stand. Been such a long time comin'.
Here I am. Now at last I'm comin' home,
I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home. Mm-mm-mm.

I get weary, but I don't mind walkin'.
Don't get dreary, 'cause at last I'm comin' home,
I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home. Mm-mm-mm.

I'm comin' home. Been too long.
I'm comin' home. Way too long.
I'm comin' home. I'm gonna make it. Here I come

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Tommy James

Tommy James (born Thomas Gregory Jackson; 29 April 1947) is an American pop-rock musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known as leader of the 1960s rock band Tommy James and the Shondells. more »

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Written by: ROBERT L KING, TOMMY JAMES

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13 facts about this song

Song Release
"I'm Comin' Home" was released by Tommy James in 1971, nearly five years after he rose to prominence with his band, Tommy James and the Shondells.
Album
The song is included in Tommy James' second solo album, "Christian of the World." This album was the follow-up to his debut solo album, "Tommy James."
Music Genre
“I'm Comin' Home” is a pop rock song encompassing James' unique style, blending elements of rock, pop, and psychedelic music.
Song Writing
Buzzing with creativity, James himself was the principal songwriter of "I'm Comin' Home."
Song Interpretation
The song talks about how the singer fights his inner demons and battles, and ultimately seeks salvation by returning home.
Song's Impact
Despite not reaching the same level of mass success as his hits with The Shondells, "I'm Comin' Home" still holds a special place among die-hard Tommy James fans.
Notable Instruments
The song features a warm, resonant guitar and stirs emotion with its heartfelt lyrics and strong vocals from Tommy James.
Record Label
The song was released under the label Roulette, the same label that Tommy James and The Shondells were signed to from 1965 to 1970.
Change of Style
The song marks a significant direction in Tommy James’s discography, showcasing his versatility as he ventures into different types of storytelling through music.
Tommy James' Musical Hiatus
After releasing the song and the album, Tommy James took a hiatus from music for a few years, marking "I'm Comin' Home" as a significant point in his career progression.
Recovery Theme
The song's theme of recovery and coming home acts as a metaphor for James' own battle with drug addiction and his subsequent recovery.
Impact on Subsequent Genres
The song and the album it comes from are often seen as precursors to the Christian rock genre, which gained popularity in the late 1970s and 1980s.
Live Performances
Even to this day, "I'm Comin' Home" is a staple in Tommy James's live performances, showcasing the longevity and enduring appeal of the track.

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