Homeward Bound

Simon & Garfunkel

About Homeward Bound

"Homeward Bound" is a song by American music duo Simon & Garfunkel written by Paul Simon and produced by Bob Johnston. The song was released as a single on January 19, 1966 by Columbia Records. The song appears on the duo's third studio album, Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme (1966), although it was recorded during the sessions for their second album Sounds of Silence and included on that album in the UK. It was their second single, the follow-up to their enormously successful breakthrough hit "The Sound of Silence". It performed very well domestically, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, remaining on the charts for 12 weeks. Internationally, the song performed best in Canada, where it hit number two; it was also a top five hit in the Netherlands. A live version of the song is included on the compilation Simon and Garfunkel's Greatest Hits, and it was also performed during the duo's legendary 1981 reunion, The Concert in Central Park. 


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2001
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I'm sitting in the railway station
Got a ticket to my destination
On a tour of one-night stands my suitcase and guitar in hand
And every stop is neatly planned for a poet and a one-man band
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought's escaping
Home where my music's playing
Home where my love lies waiting
Silently for me

Every day's an endless stream
Of cigarettes and magazines
And each town looks the same to me the movies and the factories
And every stranger's face I see reminds me that I long to be
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought's escaping
Home where my music's playing
Home where my love lies waiting
Silently for me

Tonight I'll sing my songs again
I'll play the game and pretend
But all my words come back to me in shades of mediocrity
Like emptiness in harmony I need someone to comfort me
Homeward bound
I wish I was
Homeward bound
Home where my thought's escaping
Home where my music's playing
Home where my love lies waiting
Silently for me
Silently for me

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Simon & Garfunkel

Simon & Garfunkel were an American music duo consisting of singer-songwriters Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. They formed the group Tom & Jerry in 1957 and had their first success with the minor hit "Hey, Schoolgirl". As Simon & Garfunkel, the duo rose to fame in 1965, largely on the strength of the hit single "The Sound of Silence". Their music was featured in the landmark film The Graduate (1967), propelling them further into the public consciousness. more »

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Written by: Paul Simon

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10 facts about this song

Origins
"Homeward Bound" was written and composed by Paul Simon, one member of the American music duo known as Simon & Garfunkel.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by Simon's longing to return home while he was on tour in England. It is based on his experiences traveling and performing in England in the mid-1960s.
Writing location
A popular legend states that Simon penned the song at Liverpool Street Station. However, recent biographies claim it was written in a railway station in Widnes, north west England.
Year of Release
"Homeward Bound" was originally released in the United States on January 19, 1966.
Chart Performance
The song did very well on the charts, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number nine on the UK Singles Chart.
Album Appearance
"Homeward Bound" was included in the duo's third studio album, "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme," which was released in 1966.
Evergreen Popularity
Despite being over 50 years old, "Homeward Bound" is still a beloved folk song today, showing the timeless nature of its lyrics and melody.
Cultural Impact
"Homeward Bound" has been covered by many artists over the years, including Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. The song's theme about longing for home resonates with many people, making it an enduring classic.
TV Performances
Simon & Garfunkel performed "Homeward Bound" on the iconic American TV programs 'The Ed Sullivan Show' and 'Shindig!' in 1966, further catapulting its fame.
Soundtrack Feature
"Homeward Bound" has also been featured in a variety of films and TV series, like the 2011 movie 'Crazy, Stupid, Love.' and the TV series 'Lost', showcasing its enduring appeal.

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