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"Home" is a song from the 1975 Broadway musical, The Wiz. It was written by Charlie Smalls and was performed by Stephanie Mills in the stage production and by Diana Ross in the 1978 film adaptation and released on the soundtrack album in 1978. Stephanie Mills recorded the song for her 1989 album Home, and eventually scoring her another number one on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart. The single would be the last of five number ones for Mills on the R&B Singles chart.


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1980
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When I think of home
I think of a place where there's love overflowing
I wish I was home
I wish I was back there with the things I been knowing

Wind that makes the tall trees bend into leaning
Suddenly the snowflakes that fall have a meaning
Sprinklin' the scene, makes it all clean

Maybe there's a chance for me to go back there
Now that I have some direction
It would sure be nice to be back home
Where there's love and affection
And just maybe I can convince time to slow up
Giving me enough time in my life to grow up
Time be my friend, let me start again

Suddenly my world has changed it's face
But I still know where I'm going
I have had my mind spun around in space
And yet I've watched it growing

If you're list'ning God
Please don't make it hard to know
If we should believe in the things that we see
Tell us, should we run away
Should we try and stay
Or would it be better just to let things be?

Living here, in this brand new world
Might be a fantasy
But it taught me to love
So it's real, real to me

And I've learned
That we must look inside our hearts
To find a world full of love
Like yours
Like me

Like home...

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: Charles Emanuel Smalls

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Home" is a song from the musical The Wiz. Diana Ross performed it for the film adaptation in 1978, and Stephanie Mills first sang it in the Broadway production in 1975.
Song Message
The song has a powerful message about longing for home, love, and safety. It presents a poignant scene in The Wiz where the protagonist Dorothy sings about her deep desire to return home.
Diana Ross' Performance
Ross's version was a pointer to her versatility; it showcased her ability to sing not just pop but broadway-style melodies too. Her emotive delivery is often lauded by critics.
Redefined Success
Although both the Ros and Mills' versions didn't chart on Billboard Hot 100, they were well-received critically and have remained popular over the years. The song is a testament to its enduring appeal.
Historical Significance
The original Broadway production of The Wiz, where Mills sang "Home", was groundbreaking in its time. It was a reimagining of The Wizard of Oz that featured an all-black cast, an unusual move for that era.
Iconic Covers
"Home" had been covered by many artists, but the most notable versions remain those of Diana Ross and Stephanie Mills. The song’s soaring melody and heartfelt lyrics seems to touch the hearts of audiences and performers alike.
Stephanie Mills' Resurgence
In 1989, Stephanie Mills had a resurgence of success with "Home" when it reached number one on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart, fourteen years after her initial performance.
Connection to American Idol
American Idol season 12 winner Candice Glover performed "Home" as her audition song, which was well-received by the judges and attributed to her making it onto the show.
Emmy Nomination
The TV special 'Diana Ross: The Boss' included a performance of "Home" and was nominated for an Emmy at the time.
Forces for Good
Both Diana Ross and Stephanie Mills have used their platforms to give back to communities and promote philanthropic causes. Diana Ross is known for her work with HIV/AIDS-related charities, while Stephanie Mills has been an advocate for children's rights and animal welfare. They have used their success of songs like "Home" to carry out this pivotal work.

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