Story Behind The Song
This is a song about leaning on your friends and family as we grind our ways through life. It's very grounding in the roots of who we are. I wrote it when I was very busy with work and wishing to be back with my family.
| Song Length |
4:51 |
Genre |
Rock - Easy Listening, Country - Rock |
| Tempo |
Medium Fast (131 - 150) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Relaxed, Gracious |
Subject |
General, Encouragement |
| Similar Artists |
Kelly Clarkson |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
I've been holding on
Hoping for something to change
I keep moving on
Pushing myself to the brink
Got to stop and breathe
Thinking of times with family and friends all around me
Laughter and smiles and fun and living so carefree
Here you are, here you are
I carry these times with me
Memories that I keep
I've been away for a thousand years
No matter how far
In my heart I will always be
Close to home
Carry on, carry on
No time to get lost in these things
Just keep strong, keep on pushing on
See what the future brings
Close your eyes and dream
I must've walked for a million miles
All the while I stay true to my roots
So that I can be
Close to home
I've been gone for a thousand years
No matter the time
Pay no mind I will always be
Close to home
When it's dark - too dark to see
And it's hard - so hard to believe
I just try to remember
I've already got what I need
I've been away for a thousand years
No matter how far
In my heart I will always be
Close to home
And even when it seems like so long
Together it feels we were never gone
Close to home
I'm never alone
We don't walk alone
'Til then I know
Soon I'll be home