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Jerry Lee Lewis
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Well, I've been a traveller most of my life Never took a home, never took a wife Ran away young and decided to roam Wanna see my mama and my daddy back home [Chorus] Home, where the river runs cold The water tastes good, the winters ain't cold Home, where the trees grow tall The home fires burn, the whippoorwills call I remember stories that my daddy used to tell My eyes would get big, and his chest would swell I could sit for hours and listen with glee As he'd tell of how he lived when he's a boy like me [Chorus] Well, mama dear, mama do you still love your boy After all my roamin' can I still bring you joy Mom sent a letter, got it not long ago She said "come home, I'm missin' you so
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Written by: SAMANTHA BARBERA, SIDNEY ANTHONY MILLER, MARK ANDREW PONTIUS, NICHOLAS OLIVER RUTH, PABLO SIGNORI
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12 facts about this song
Artist HistoryJerry Lee Lewis, born on September 29th, 1935, is an American singer and pianist. Known for his wild stage presence and unique blend of rock and roll, country, and blues, he is often known as "the Killer".
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Song InfoThe song "Home" is a track from Jerry Lee Lewis's album "Rockin' My Life Away," which was released in 1991.
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Album SuccessThe album "Rockin' My Life Away" was moderately successful, bringing a resurgence of interest in Lewis's music during the early 1990s.
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Music Genre"Home" is classified under the genre "Rock and Roll," a musical style that Jerry Lee Lewis helped define in the 1950s and 1960s.
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Career EvolutionThe song "Home" reflects Jerry Lee Lewis's style evolution. Despite his early rebellious image, by the time he recorded this song, Lewis had become more associated with traditional country and honky-tonk music.
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Musical InfluenceJerry Lee Lewis has often cited his cousin, evangelist Jimmy Swaggart, as his primary influence for playing the piano. This influence can be clearly identified in the way he plays piano in the song "Home."
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Compared to Other SongsCompared to Jerry Lee Lewis's earlier songs, "Home" is less raucous and more reflective, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
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Song's MeaningThe song "Home" is perhaps a reflection of his enduring career and personal journey. The term "Home" is often used metaphorically in songs to refer to a feeling of belonging or a return to roots.
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Vocal StyleJerry Lee Lewis has a distinct vocal styling filled with passion and intensity. This is evident in "Home", a song where his voice carries a strong emotional undertone.
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Critic OpinionCritic opinions on this track vary, but many state that "Home" is a testament to Jerry Lee Lewis's musical adaptability and demonstrate his ability to touch listeners with more than just his wild rock and roll persona.
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Live Performance"Home" was performed live by Jerry Lee Lewis on numerous occasions, further testament to its popularity as a fan favorite.
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Influence on Other ArtistsJerry Lee Lewis's work, including the song "Home", greatly influenced other key artists in the rock 'n' roll genre like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash.
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