Home and Dry
Pet Shop Boys
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So my baby's on the road Doing business, selling loads Charming everyone there With the sweetest smile Oh tonight I miss you Oh tonight I wish you Could be here with me But I won't see you 'til you've made it back again Home and dry Home and dry There's a plane at JFK To fly you back from far away All those dark and frantic Transatlantic miles Oh tonight I miss you Oh tonight I wish you Could be here with me But I won't see you 'til you've made it back again Home and dry Home and dry Far away Through night and day You fly long haul tonight Come to me You know I'll be here When you call tonight Oh tonight I miss you Oh tonight I wish you Could be here with me But I won't see you 'til you've made it back again Home and dry Home and dry
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Written by: Christopher Lowe, Neil Tennant
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Home and Dry" by Pet Shop Boys was released on 18th March 2002 as part of their album “Release”.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached the 14th spot in the UK Singles Chart, making it the first Pet Shop Boys single since 1986 that didn't make it to the top 10.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Home and Dry" is unique and appealing to animal lovers: it consists almost entirely of footage of mice scurrying around the London Underground.
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Remix VersionsSeveral remix versions of "Home and Dry" exist. In particular, the Blank & Jones remix was well-received and often featured in live Pet Shop Boys performances.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live by the Pet Shop Boys in several of their concerts and tours including Release Tour, Fundamental Tour and Electric Tour.
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Track LengthThe original track duration of "Home and Dry" is 4 minutes and 21 seconds.
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Lyrics"Home and Dry" is a love song with lyrics about longing to return home to a loved one. The decidedly melancholic tones point towards the complexities of human relationships.
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Album Performance"Home and Dry" is the lead single off of the "Release" album, which overall received mixed reviews but generally positive reception from fans.
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Musical Style"Home and Dry" marked a significant departure from the duo's traditional synth-pop sound, featuring more prominent use of acoustic guitars.
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CollaborationThe song was written by Pet Shop Boys members Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe.
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Track Listing"Home and Dry" was released in various formats with different additional tracks, including B-sides like "Always" and "Sexy Northerner". It was also re-released with different remix versions.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song has often been connected to its cultural relevance, with its video showcasing a rare yet relatable view of London's underground transit system.
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