Hometown Glory

Adele

About Hometown Glory

"Hometown Glory" is the debut single by British singer-songwriter Adele, released on 22 October 2007 in the United Kingdom. The song appears on her debut studio album 19 (2008). In 2008, the song was re-released as her fourth single. Adele wrote the song in 10 minutes after her mother tried to persuade her to leave her home suburb of West Norwood in London for university. "Hometown Glory" is the first song that Adele ever wrote. In 2007, "Hometown Glory" was released on singer Jamie T's Pacemaker Recordings label as a limited edition 7" vinyl single, of which only 500 copies were made. The song failed to chart initially. However, due to high downloads of the song during the release week of 19, the song managed to chart inside the UK Singles Chart top 40 for the first time. In 2010, the song received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, but lost to Beyoncé's "Halo". 


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2011
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I've been walking in the same way as I did
Missing out the cracks in the pavement
And turning my heel and strutting my feet
Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Is there anyone I could call?
No and thank you, please Madam
I ain't lost, just wandering

Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of now

I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
You get the people and the government
Everybody taking different sides

Shows that we ain't gonna stand
Shows that we are united
Shows that we ain't gonna take it
Shows that we ain't gonna stand
Shows that we are united

Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Ooh the people I've met yea

Doo delee da da da da da da
Doo deelee da da da da da da
Doo doo doo doo, oh, yeah
Are the wonders of my world
You are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of my world, yeah
Of my world, yeah
Of my world
Of my world, yeah

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Adele

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins (born 5 May 1988), better known simply as Adele, is an English singer-songwriter and musician. Adele was offered a recording contract from XL Recordings after a friend posted her demo on Myspace in 2006. The next year she received the Brit Awards "Critics' Choice" award and won the BBC Sound of 2008. Her debut album, 19, was released in 2008 to much commercial and critical success. It certified four times platinum in the UK, and double platinum in the US. Her career in the US was boosted by a Saturday Night Live appearance in late 2008. At the 2009 Grammy Awards, Adele received the awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. more »

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Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Hometown Glory" was first released on October 22nd, 2007. It was Adele's debut single which she wrote at 16 years old.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by Adele's nostalgia and love for her hometown, West Norwood in South London. It was written in just 10 minutes.
Critical Reception
"Hometown Glory" received widespread critical acclaim. Critics praised its lyrics, Adele's vocal performance, and its minimalist production.
Grammy Nomination
In 2010, "Hometown Glory" was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category of Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Chart Success
While "Hometown Glory" did not initially chart upon its first release, it eventually peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart when it was re-released in 2008.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Hometown Glory," including high-profile musicians like Kanye West and The 1975.
Soundtracks
The song was also included in several television series and movie soundtracks, such as "Grey's Anatomy", "Skins", and the film "Wild Child".
Live Performance
Adele has performed "Hometown Glory" at many of her concerts. A live performance of the song at the Royal Albert Hall in London, featured in her 2011 release "Live at the Royal Albert Hall", received particularly positive reviews.
Music Video
The song's official music video, directed by Rocky Schenck, is a black-and-white piece featuring Adele singing in various locations around West Norwood.
Sales
Despite its initial non-charting status, "Hometown Glory" has sold over 500,000 copies in the UK, and over 1 million copies worldwide.
Song's Album
The song is included on Adele’s debut studio album “19”, released in 2008.
Signature Song
"Hometown Glory" has gone on to become one of Adele's signature songs, ultimately setting her on the path toward international stardom.

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