"Coming Home" by Gabrielle Aplin tells the story of a person longing for a friend who has gone away and reflecting on where things went wrong. The lyrics express the narrator's search for their friend in different places like Amsterdam and Birmingham, and their sadness and longing for their friend to return. The song also touches on the narrator's personal journey. They mention leaving a man behind by an old road sign and explaining that they were going to Mexico. This suggests a sense of adventure and a desire to explore and find their own path. However, they question whether they will ever truly find a place to call home or if they will always be searching for something more. The repeated phrase "coming home" emphasizes the yearning for connection and a sense of belonging. The narrator feels a certain emptiness, symbolized by having "nothing of my own" and unfulfilled potential represented by "all my seeds are left unsown." They believe that having their friend back would make them better off, suggesting that their friend represents a source of comfort, support, and homecoming. Overall, "Coming Home" explores themes of longing, loss, and the search for a sense of home and belonging. It portrays the complex emotions and reflections that come with missing someone and the desire for companionship and stability.
