The song "I'll Be Home Tomorrow" by Jason Eady & The Wayward Apostles depicts the experience of being on the road and longing to return home to a loved one. The lyrics convey the familiar atmosphere of a hotel room filled with the usual scents of perfume, towels, and cigarettes. Despite being surrounded by these common sights, the protagonist keeps their thoughts of their loved one to themselves, patiently waiting for the day they can return home. The singer sends their regards through the lyrics and asks to tell their little girl goodnight, to tuck her in and hold her tight, and to give her a kiss on their behalf. Though physically absent, the singer assures that they will be home tomorrow. The song portrays the vulnerability of the singer's situation, feeling at the mercy of an endless night and giving their soul to strangers. In moments like this, they yearn for a friend's presence. They can see the streetlights fading away as they long for the day they can finally return home. The radio playing in the background provides some solace, soothing the singer's soul with a song. Yet, like their own circumstances, the song comes and goes, leaving the singer yearning for their return home. Despite all the challenges and uncertainties, the singer hopes that their loved ones can glimpse them in their dreams. They metaphorically compare themselves to throwing fire on gasoline, acknowledging that sometimes things are not what they seem. But regardless, they reassure their loved ones that they will be home tomorrow. Overall, "I'll Be Home Tomorrow" captures the emotions of a person torn between the demands and uncertainties of life on the road and the longing to be reunited with their loved ones. The lyrics depict a sense of longing, vulnerability, and hope for a brighter future when they can finally be back home.
