The song "Home Again" by Hootie & The Blowfish is about the emotions of reuniting with someone from the past. The narrator receives a letter from a loved one who is returning home for Christmas and, although they have shared painful memories in the past, the narrator is reminded of happier times and hopes that seeing their loved one will bring them joy. The lyrics describe the anticipation and nervousness the narrator feels as they wait for their loved one's arrival. They recall memories of dancing with them in the "grand ballroom" of life and being comforted by their presence. The narrator is hopeful for the future and wants to relive the past by "finding where we have been." However, as the night comes to an end and their loved one prepares to leave again, the narrator realizes that this may be the last time they see each other. Their heart races with uncertainty and they hold onto the moment tightly, not wanting to let go. Overall, "Home Again" is a bittersweet song about the complex emotions that come with reconnecting with someone from the past. The lyrics touch on themes of nostalgia, hope, and the fear of losing someone again.
