Gareth Emery's song "Calling Home" tells the story of a person who finds themselves alone and homesick in a dark and desolate place. The lyrics describe a dark desert night, the cold air, and distant lights that seem far away. The narrator longs for someone to be with them in this town and feels like they are fighting for their life. Although the person acknowledges that they chose to come to this place, they have no choice but to stay and see things through. With only the moonlight, water, and the sound of a time lost long ago, they feel isolated and yearn to be connected to their home. The chorus reveals the narrator calling out to their loved ones, letting them know that they still feel close to them even in their absence. They apologize for having to leave and express their sentiment of keeping every card that was written to them. The narrator can only hope that their loved ones are happy. Overall, "Calling Home" portrays a longing for connection and a sense of comfort from home. It conveys the emotions of loneliness, regret, and the desire to be reunited with loved ones.
