Comin' Home Baby

Mel Tormé

About Comin' Home Baby

"Comin' Home Baby" is a song originally written as an instrumental by Ben Tucker and first recorded by the Dave Bailey Quintet in 1961, and shortly thereafter by Herbie Mann. Lyrics were added by Bob Dorough, and the vocal version became a US Top 40 hit for American jazz singer Mel Tormé in 1962. The song has since been covered numerous times.


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(Do-do-do)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(Do-do-do-do-do-do)
I'm comin' home now, right away
(Do-do-do)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(Do-do-do-do-do-do)
I'm sorry now I ever went away
Every night and day I go and stay 

I'm comin' home, baby
(Come on home)
Comin' home, baby, now
(You know I'm waitin' here for you)
I'm comin' home now, real soon 
(You've been gone)
Comin' home, baby, now
(You don't know what I'm goin' through)
I'm comin' home; I know I'm overdue
(Since you went away - how I feel)
Expect me any day; now, real soon 

I'm comin' home
(Come on home) 
Comin' home, baby, now
(You know I'm prayin' every night)
That everything is gonna be fine
(Please come home)
Comin' home, baby, now
(I want to feel you hold me tight)
Expect to see me now, anytime
(When I'm in your arms, I'm all right)
When you're in my arms, I'll be fine

I'm comin' home
(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(You know I'm counting everyday)
I'm comin' home now, yeah, yeah, yeah!
(Use the phone)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(And, baby, let me hear you say)
I'm comin' home; you're hearin' what I say
(That you're comin' home; I will lay awake)
And I never will go away 
I'm comin' home!

(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(You know I'm waitin' at the door)
They can't hold me back now, no more
(I'm alone)
I'm pressin' on, baby, now
(And pacing up and down the floor)
Oh, hear me holler, and hear me roar
(Say you'll be with me)
Gonna be with you ever more 
I'm comin' home

(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now
(Oh baby, say you're comin' home)
That's what I say - I say I'm comin' home
(Something's wrong)
The road is long, baby, now
(You ought to either write or phone)
I'm comin' home and never more to roam
(Baby, tell me you're comin' home)
Baby, I'm for sure comin' home
I'm comin' home

(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now

(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now

(Come on home)
I'm comin' home, baby, now

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Mel Tormé

Melvin Howard Tormé (September 13, 1925 – June 5, 1999), nicknamed The Velvet Fog, was an American musician, known for his jazz singing. He was also a jazz composer and arranger, drummer, pianist, and actor in radio, film, and television, and the author of five books. He composed the music for the classic holiday song "The Christmas Song" ("Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire") and co-wrote the lyrics with Bob Wells. more »

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Written by: Robert L Dorough, Ben Tucker

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Comin' Home Baby” was released by Mel Tormé in November 1962.
Song Genre
The song falls under the jazz genre, demonstrating Tormé's exceptional jazz vocal skills.
Certified Gold
"Comin' Home Baby" by Mel Tormé received gold certification, indicating its high volume of sales.
Sampled by Other Artists
This song has been sampled by numerous artists across a broad range of genres, demonstrating its broad appeal and enduring popularity.
Homecoming Theme
The song's lyrics express a yearning for home and loved ones, a common theme in many popular songs of the 1960s.
Cover Versions
"Comin' Home Baby” has been covered by numerous artists, from jazz musicians David Sanborn and Quincy Jones to pop stars like Michael Bublé.
Critic Reception
Critics hailed "Comin' Home Baby" as a shining example of Tormé's vocal prowess and song interpretation skills.
Pop Chart Ranking
The song peaked at No. 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its mainstream appeal.
Song Writing Credits
The song is credited to Ben Tucker and Bob Dorough, both of whom worked with several other well-known jazz musicians during their careers.
Unique Instrumentation
The original version of the track featured a vibraphone, an instrument that's relatively rare in pop and jazz music but gave the song a unique and appealing sound.
Grammy Awards
While "Comin' Home Baby” did not win any Grammy Awards, Mel Tormé himself was a multi-nominated artist across his career.
Used in Advertising
The song has been used in both television and radio advertising campaigns due to its catchy melody and upbeat tempo.
Memorable Bassline
The song features a simple but memorable bassline that has been complimented by many music critics.
Included in Albums
"Comin' Home Baby" has been included in several Mel Tormé albums and compilation CDs, highlighting its significance in his discography.
Associated Dance Styles
The song's rhythm and tempo make it suitable for various dance styles, including swing and jazz dance.

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