We're Going Home

Vance Joy

About We're Going Home

"We're Going Home" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy and released on 12 January 2018 as the third single from Joy's second studio album Nation of Two. Joy told Triple J's Ben & Liam the song was written whilst on tour in the US opening for Taylor Swift. Joy said: "It's a song that took me by my surprise. It's about stepping out into the unknown and finding out what you're made of, which I did a bit on that tour. I was definitely scared opening up shows for Taylor Swift. It was kinda scary but I'm glad this song arrived."At the APRA Music Awards of 2019, the song was nominated for Most Played Australian Work and Pop Work of the Year.  


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Under the surface you don't know what you'll find
Mmm, until it's your time
No second chances but all we can do is try
Mmm, I made up my mind

I can't see you
But I hear your call
Baby, hold on now

We're going home
If we make it or we don't, we won't be alone
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
If you're waiting all your life, you won't ever go
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine

Some things are simple and hard to ignore, they say
Mmm, the truth is like that
We're getting colder, so far from the shore, I say 
Mmm, the world is like that

I can't see you
But I hear your call
Baby, hold on now

We're going home
If we make it or we don't, we won't be alone
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
If you're waiting all your life, you won't ever go
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine

There's a place that I
Wanna run with you
Darling, there's a place that I
Wanna run with you

We're going home
If we make it or we don't, we won't be alone
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
If you're waiting all your life, you won't ever go
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine, I know I'm home
When I see your light shine, I know
I'm home
I'm home
When I see your light shine

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Vance Joy

James Keogh is an Australian singer-songwriter born in Melbourne. Vance Joy has signed a five-album deal with Atlantic Records. He has a arts/law degree from Monash University. more »

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Written by: Daniel Dodd Wilson, James Keogh

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10 facts about this song

Background
"We're Going Home" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter, Vance Joy. It is part of his second studio album, "Nation of Two."
Release Details
The song was released on January 10, 2018, more than three years after Vance Joy's successful debut album "Dream Your Life Away".
Music Video
A music video for "We're Going Home" was released on Youtube on the same day as the song. The video was directed by Mimi Cave and portrays various people traveling home against dreamy landscapes.
Song Theme
The song carries Vance Joy's signature pop-folk sound with strong, uplifting lyrics about love and resonating emotions.
Chart Performance
Although it didn't perform quite as strongly on the charts as some of his previous hits, "We're Going Home" still reached impressive heights. It peaked at number 37 on the Australian ARIA Charts.
Well-Received by Critics
Music critics found the song to be deep, intense, and heartfelt, much like much of Vance Joy's other work.
Album Achievement
"Nation Of Two," the album where "We're Going Home" originated, went double platinum in Australia and also reached the Top 10 in the US Billboard 200 chart.
Live Performances
Vance Joy has performed "We're Going Home" at a number of music festivals and concerts, continuing his pattern of interacting closely with his audience throughout his performances.
The Writing Process
In an interview, Vance Joy mentioned that his writing process involves taking inspiration from his own life experiences, which can clearly be seen through the sentimental and emotional lyrics in "We're Going Home".
Connection to Fans
Fans across the globe were quick to express their love for the song online. Many connected to the lyrics and appreciated the comforting, homely feel of the song.

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