Coming Home

Cinderella

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"Coming Home" is a song by American glam metal band Cinderella from their 1988 album Long Cold Winter. The song was a US #20 hit for Cinderella in 1988. "Coming Home" is a heavy blues-based power ballad, with 12-string guitar, that shows the band going in a more blues rock direction. It was the third single released from the album. The song was used on the TV series October Road.


Year:
2004
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I took a walk down a road it's the road I was meant to stay
I see the fire in your eyes but a man's gott make his way

So are you tough enough for my love
Just close your eyes to the heaven above
I'm comin home, I'm comin home

I took a ride in a world I'll be spinnin for the rest of my life
I feel your heart beating baby
Ooh sometimes it cuts like a knife

So are you tough enough for my love
Just close your eyes to the heaven above
I'm comin home, I'm comin home

I'm coming home where your love tonight can shine on me
I'm coming home where your loving arms can set me free

I took a walk down a road it's the road I was meant to stay
I see the fire in your eyes but a man's gotta make his way

So are you tough enough for my love
Just close your eyes to the heaven above
I'm comin home, I'm comin home

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Cinderella

"Cinderella", or "The Little Glass Slipper", (French: Cendrillon, ou La petite Pantoufle de Verre, Italian: Cenerentola, German: Aschenputtel) is a folk tale embodying a myth-element of unjust oppression/triumphant reward. Thousands of variants are known throughout the world. The title character is a young woman living in unfortunate circumstances that are suddenly changed to remarkable fortune. The story was first published by Charles Perrault in Histoires ou contes du temps passé in 1697. more »

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Written by: THOMAS CARL KEIFER

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Coming Home" is a popular song from the American rock band, Cinderella. The band originated from the suburbs of Philadelphia and was active from 1982 to 2017.
Album Information
The song is part of their second studio album, "Long Cold Winter." This album was released in 1988.
Chart Performance
"Coming Home" was successful in terms of chart performance. It reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was one of the top hits from the "Long Cold Winter" album.
Genre
The track is classified under the hard rock and glam metal genres. The entire album had more of a blues-rock influence compared to their first album.
Song Theme
The lyrics express feelings of loneliness and longing, which is a common theme in Cinderella's music. They coincide with the band’s general themes of love, longing, and struggle.
Evolution of the Band's Music
"Coming Home" and the album it's from marked an evolution in Cinderella's musical style. While their debut album was primarily glam metal, "Long Cold Winter" incorporated blues influences, resulting in a more mature sound.
Songwriters
The song was written by Tom Keifer, the band's lead vocalist, and guitarist. Keifer was the primary songwriter for Cinderella during their active years.
Music Video
There is also a music video for "Coming Home." The video includes footage of the band performing on stage, reflecting their life on the road.
Reception
Critics have praised "Coming Home" for its catchy melody and meaningful lyrics. Many fans consider it a signature song of Cinderella.
Legacy
Despite the band's disbandment in 2017, "Coming Home" continues to be a beloved song among fans. It is often played on rock radio stations and included in playlists of the best hits of the 1980s.

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