Story Behind The Song
Inspired by a friend who went through a very bad time and the strength and hope she showed by getting through it.
| Song Length |
3:30 |
Genre |
Pop - Alternative, Pop - General |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Sadness, Heartbreak |
| Similar Artists |
Sheryl Crow, Jewel |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
She sat on the front porch
of a lonely old house
and whispered goodbye
cause everything she loves
been taken away
and she's wondering why
She's looking for answers
but knows in her heart
there's none to be found
Sometimes she breaks down
alone in the dark
when no ones around
I thought I knew something about courage
I thought I knew something about pain
Hey Emily
where're you going
when the past won't let you go
Hey Emily
don't you wonder
are you ever gonna find your way back home
She tells me that life
has let her down
she smiles and then the smile is gone
a sadness falls over her face
she's lost something she can't replace
I thought I knew something about courage
I thought I knew something about pain
Hey Emily
where're you going
when the past won't let you go
Hey Emily
don't you wonder
are you ever gonna find your way back home
Every lesson you learn
Every corner you turn
is only gonna lead you straight back home
Hey Emily
where're you going
when the past won't let you go
Hey Emily
don't you wonder
are you ever gonna find your way back home
(c) Jim Walsh and John Walsh