Like a Hobo
Charlie Winston
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I've always known Since I was a young boy In this world, everything's as good as bad Now my father told me always speak a true word And I have to say that is the best advice I've had Because something burns inside of me It's everything I long to be And lies they only stop me from feeling free Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me Oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, I've never yearned for anybody's fortune The less I have the more I am a happy man Now my mother told me always keep your head on Because some may praise you just to get what they want And I said mama I am not afraid They will take what they will take And what would life be like without a few mistakes Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me Oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, Oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me Like a hobo from a broken home Nothing's gonna stop me
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Written by: CHARLIE WINSTON
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15 facts about this song
Artist Overview"Like a Hobo" is a song by British singer-songwriter Charlie Winston. The singer was born in Cornwall in southwest England but has spent a significant amount of time in France, where his music enjoys great popularity.
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Debut SuccessThe said song was released in 2009 from his second album "Hobo"; it brought him considerable success, earning him a number one hit in France.
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Chart Performance"Like a Hobo" topped the French Singles Chart for one week in May 2009, and eventually spent over 30 weeks on the chart.
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Album SuccessThe success of the song, "Like a Hobo," greatly contributed to the album's overall appeal, leading to over 600,000 sales of the 'Hobo' album in France alone.
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Musical Style"Like a Hobo," like many of Winston's other songs, blends folk, pop, rock, and soul. His unique musical style has often been compared to that of Jamie Cullum.
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Song InspirationCharlie Winston wrote "Like a Hobo" about his own experiences with a nomadic lifestyle. It presents motifs of freedom, movement, and rootlessness.
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Video SynopsisThe music video starts showing Winston rolling in an open field, reflecting the freedom and the adventurous spirit conveyed in the song.
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RecognitionHe was nominated for awards at the Victoires de la Musique in 2010, due in part to the success of "Like a Hobo."
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Record LabelCharlie Winston released "Like a Hobo" under the Real World Records label, a British record label founded by musician Peter Gabriel in 1989.
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Folk Pop"Like A Hobo" falls under the Folk-Pop genre, which harnesses aspects of folk music and pop music, emphasizing catchy hooks and a mainstream sound to considerable chart success.
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International SuccessAside from France, "Like a Hobo" also caught the attention of other countries, reaching the top 10 singles chart in Belgium and Switzerland.
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Live PerformancesThe song, due to its popularity, often features in Charlie Winston’s live appearances. It has been greeted enthusiastically in concert venues, enhancing his reputation as a compelling live performer.
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Audio StreamsOn Spotify, one of the world's most popular streaming platforms, "Like a Hobo" has crossed the 21 million streams mark as of 2022.
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Other CoversSeveral artists have covered "Like a Hobo." Among them is the French singer and actor Patrick Fiori who covered it for his 2014 album "Choisir."
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YouTube ViewsThe official music video of "Like a Hobo" on YouTube has accumulated over 10 million views, highlighting its continued relevance and popularity.
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