I'm Coming Home
P.Diddy Dirty Money feat. Skylar Grey Lyrics


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I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home
Tell the world I'm comin' home
Let the rain wash away
All the pain of yesterday
I know my kingdom awaits
And they've forgiven my mistakes
I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home
Tell the world I'm comin'

I'm back where I belong (uh, yeah)
I never felt so strong, ayy (yeah, I'm back, baby)
I'm feelin' like there's nothin' that I can't try (uh, nothin')
And if you with me, put your hands high (yeah, put your hands high)
If you ever lost a life before (high, hey)
This one's for you (and if you with me put your hands high, high) (and you)
Your dreams fulfilled, you rockin' with the best (hey) (and you, and you)
I'll be home soon

I hear the "Tears of a Clown"
Uh, I hate that song
I always feel like they're talking to me when it comes on (come on)
Another day, another dawn
Another Keisha, nice to meet ya, get the math, I'm gone
What am I 'pposed to do when the club lights come on?
It's easy to be Puff but it's harder to be Sean (come on)
What if my twins ask me why I ain't marry their mom? (Why?)
Damn, how do I respond?
What if my son stares with a face like my own
And says he wants to be like me when he's grown?
Shit, but I ain't finished growing
Another night, the inevitable prolongs
Another day, another dawn (come on)
Just tell Keisha and Teresa I'll be better in the morn' (I'll be better in the morn')
Another lie that I carry on
I need to get (yeah) back to the place where I belong (let's go)

I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Tell the world I'm comin' home (yeah)
Let the rain wash away
All the pain of yesterday (ain't no more pain)
I know my kingdom awaits
And they've forgiven my mistakes (thank you)
I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home), I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Tell the world I'm comin' (yeah, ayo, check this out)
Home

"A House Is Not a Home," I hate this song
Is a house really a home when your loved ones is gone? (No)
And niggas got the nerve to blame you for it (come on)
And you know you woulda took the bullet if you saw it (that's right)
But you felt it, and still feel it
And money can't make up for it or conceal it (or conceal it)
But you deal with it (deal with it), and you keep ballin' (that's right)
Pour out some liquor, playboy, and we keep ballin' (ballin')
Baby, we've been livin' in sin
'Cause we been really in love, but we been livin' as friends (yeah)
So you've been a guest in your own home (come on)
It's time to make your house your home (yeah) pick up the phone (pick up the phone)

I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home
Tell the world that I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Let the rain wash away
All the pain of yesterday
I know my kingdom awaits
And they've forgiven my mistakes (thank you)
I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Tell the world that I'm comin' (I'm almost home, check this out) yeah, home

"Ain't No Stopping Us Now," I love that song
Whenever it comes on, it makes me feel strong
I thought I told y'all that we won't stop (we won't stop)
'Til we back cruising through Harlem, these old blocks (yeah)
It's what made me, saved me, drove me crazy (oh, oh, yeah, yeah)
Drove me away, then embraced me (come on, let's go)
Forgave me for all of my shortcomings
Welcome to my homecoming
Yeah, it's been a long time comin'
Lot of fights, lot of scars, lot of bottles, lot of cars
Lot of ups, lot of downs, made it back, lost my dog (I miss you, Big)
But here I stand (come on), a better man (don't stop)
Thank you, Lord (thank you, Lord)
Thank you all

I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home (oh)
Tell the world that I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Let the rain wash away (feel so good)
All the pain of yesterday (feel so free)
I know my kingdom awaits (ain't no place like home, baby)
And they've forgiven my mistakes (ain't no place like home)




I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home), I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Tell the world that I'm comin' (tell the world) I'm comin' home

Overall Meaning

“I’m Coming Home” by P. Diddy Dirty Money feat. Skylar Grey is an emotionally charged song that speaks to the experience of returning home after a long journey. The lyrics are very personal, telling a story of success and loss, and the longing for reconnection. In the first verse, the artist is returning home, cleansed by the rain that washes away the pain of yesterday. He knows that his kingdom awaits and that his past mistakes have been forgiven. He is feeling strong and invigorated, and he urges others to join him by putting their hands high in celebration.


The second verse is more introspective, where the artist reflects on his past regrets and doubts. He mentions the song “Tears of a Clown” and how it always seems to speak to him. He thinks about the challenges of being Puff and Sean, of being a father and a role model. He wonders how he can face his children and be the best father he can be when he still has so much growing to do. The third verse speaks of the challenges the artist has faced and the joys he has experienced. He references the song “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” which makes him feel strong and proud. Despite all the ups and downs, the artist knows that he will always be coming home, to the place where he truly belongs.


Overall, “I’m Coming Home” is a song about redemption, hope, and resilience. It speaks to the universal experience of longing for home and the feeling of being lost and alone. It is a powerful reminder that no matter where we are in life, we can always find our way back home.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm comin' home, I'm comin' home
I am returning to where I belong.


Tell the world I'm comin' home
Let everyone know that I'm coming back home.


Let the rain wash away
Allow the rain to cleanse away.


All the pain of yesterday
All the pain from past experiences.


I know my kingdom awaits
I am aware that my home is waiting for me.


And they've forgiven my mistakes
Others have accepted my errors.


I'm back where I belong (uh, yeah)
I have returned to my rightful place.


I never felt so strong, ayy (yeah, I'm back, baby)
I have never felt more powerful or confident.


I'm feelin' like there's nothin' that I can't try (uh, nothin')
I believe that I can achieve anything.


And if you with me, put your hands high (yeah, put your hands high)
If you are supporting me, show it by putting your hands up.


If you ever lost a life before (high, hey)
If you have suffered a loss during your life.


This one's for you (and if you with me put your hands high, high) (and you)
This song is dedicated to you if you can relate to my struggles.


Your dreams fulfilled, you rockin' with the best (hey) (and you, and you)
Your aspirations have been realized, and you are associated with the elite.


I'll be home soon
I will be returning home shortly.


I hear the "Tears of a Clown"
The song "Tears of a Clown" can be heard by me.


Uh, I hate that song
I dislike that song.


I always feel like they're talking to me when it comes on (come on)
I feel like the song is directed towards me every time I hear it.


Another day, another dawn
It is another day starting.


Another Keisha, nice to meet ya, get the math, I'm gone
Another woman I have encountered, said hello, did some math, then left.


What am I 'pposed to do when the club lights come on?
What should I do when I am in a club and the lights turn on?


It's easy to be Puff but it's harder to be Sean (come on)
Maintaining my stage name is easier than becoming Sean again.


What if my twins ask me why I ain't marry their mom? (Why?)
What should I say when my twins question me on why I did not marry their mother?


Damn, how do I respond?
Wow, what should I say in reply?


What if my son stares with a face like my own
If my son has the same facial features as me and looks at me a certain way.


And says he wants to be like me when he's grown?
If he expresses a desire to become like me when he is older.


Shit, but I ain't finished growing
I am not yet done learning and developing as a person.


Another night, the inevitable prolongs
Another evening extending for an extended period inevitable.


Just tell Keisha and Teresa I'll be better in the morn' (I'll be better in the morn')
Tell Keisha and Teresa I will be in better spirits tomorrow morning.


Another lie that I carry on
I am continuing to carry on another falsehood.


I need to get (yeah) back to the place where I belong (let's go)
I need to return to where I belong.


"A House Is Not a Home," I hate this song
I dislike the song "A House Is Not a Home".


Is a house really a home when your loved ones is gone? (No)
If your loved ones are not present, can a house still be considered a home?


And niggas got the nerve to blame you for it (come on)
And some people have the audacity to blame you for it.


And you know you woulda took the bullet if you saw it (that's right)
And you know you would have taken the bullet had you seen it happen.


But you felt it, and still feel it
You felt the pain and still experience it.


And money can't make up for it or conceal it (or conceal it)
Money cannot compensate or conceal the emotional pain.


But you deal with it (deal with it), and you keep ballin' (that's right)
You must cope with it and move on, but also maintain your successful lifestyle.


Pour out some liquor, playboy, and we keep ballin' (ballin')
Drink some alcohol in honor of the departed, and we will continue being successful.


Baby, we've been livin' in sin
We have been unlawfully living together.


'Cause we been really in love, but we been livin' as friends (yeah)
We are genuinely in love but have been living together as friends to hide it.


So you've been a guest in your own home (come on)
You have been treated as a guest rather than the homeowner.


It's time to make your house your home (yeah) pick up the phone (pick up the phone)
It is time to make your residence feel more like a true home, so call someone.


Tell the world that I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
Let everyone know that I will be returning home.


I love that song
I like the song "Ain't No Stopping Us Now".


Whenever it comes on, it makes me feel strong
Hearing the song gives me a sense of empowerment.


I thought I told y'all that we won't stop (we won't stop)
I believed I made it clear to everyone that I will not give up.


'Til we back cruising through Harlem, these old blocks (yeah)
Until we tour through Harlem again, our old neighborhood.


It's what made me, saved me, drove me crazy (oh, oh, yeah, yeah)
It shaped me, rescued me, and has driven me mad.


Drove me away, then embraced me (come on, let's go)
It pushed me away and then welcomed me back.


Forgave me for all of my shortcomings
Others have absolved me for all of my failings.


Welcome to my homecoming
This is my return to my beloved home.


Yeah, it's been a long time comin'
This has taken a long time to happen.


Lot of fights, lot of scars, lot of bottles, lot of cars
There have been many conflicts, injuries, alcohol and automobiles involved.


Lot of ups, lot of downs, made it back, lost my dog (I miss you, Big)
There have been many highs and lows, but I have succeeded in coming back despite losing my dog.


But here I stand (come on), a better man (don't stop)
Despite everything, I am standing strong as a better person for it.


Thank you, Lord (thank you, Lord)
Thank you, God.


Thank you all
Thank you, everyone.


I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home), I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home)
I am returning to my home.


All the pain of yesterday (ain't no more pain)
The pain from my past is now gone.


And they've forgiven my mistakes (thank you)
Others have absolved me of my errors.


Tell the world that I'm comin' (tell the world) I'm comin' home
Spread the word that I will soon be returning home.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alexander Junior Grant, Shawn Corey Carter, Holly Brook Hafermann, Jermaine Lamarr Cole

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