Homeward Bound / Home

by Glee Cast

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I’m (Eb)sit ting in a rail way sta tion, got a (Ebmaj7)tick et for my des ti na tion,

oh,

(Csus)oh.

(Fm)On a tour of one night stands, my (Db)suit case and gui tar in hand and (Eb)ev ’ry stop is neat ly planned for a (Bb)po et and a one man band.

This (Cm)wave

is string ing us a long,

a long.

Just (Eb)know (Bb)you’re (Cm)not (Bb)a lone

’cause I’m gon na (Ab)make (Eb)this (Bbsus)place (Bb)your (Cm7)home.

(Eb)Ev ’ry day’s an end less stream of cig a rettes and mag a zines.

Oh, oh.

And (Fm)each town looks the same to me, the mov ies and the fac to ries.

And (Eb)ev ’ry stran ger’s face I see re minds me that I long to be.

The (Cm)trou ble, it might drag you (Ab)down.

If you get (Cm)lost, you can al ways be (Bb)found.

Just (Eb)know (Bb)you’re (Cm)not (Bb)a lone,

know you’re not a lone,

’cause I’m gon na (Ab)make (Eb)this (Bb)place your (Eb)home.

(Ab)Oh.

When my thoughts es cape me.

(Cm)Oh.

Where my mu sic’s play ing.

(Ab)Oh.

Where my love life’s wait ing (Bb)si lent ly for me.

(Eb)Set tle down,

it ’ll all (Eb)be clear.

The (Cm)trou ble, it might drag you (Ab)down.

If you get (Cm)lost, you can al ways be (Bb)found.

Just (Eb)know (Bb)you’re (Cm)not (Bb)a lone,

know you’re (Ab6)not a lone,

’cause I’m gon na (Ab)make (Eb)this (Bb)place your (Eb)home.

Oh.

(Cm)Oh.

Where my mu sic’s play (Ab)Oh.

ing.

I’m (Bbsus)gon na make, I’m gon na make, (Bb)make this place

your (Ab)home.

(Cm)Know you’re not a (Bb)lone, where my mu sic’s play ing.

(Ab)Ah.

I’m (Bbsus)gon na make, I’m gon na make, (Bb)make this place

our (Ab)Ah.

(Cm)Ah.

Know you’re not a lone.

(Ab)Oh.

Homeward Bound / Home by Glee Cast — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Homeward Bound / Home by Glee Cast in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Ab at 74 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Homeward Bound / Home" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Homeward Bound / Home"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Homeward Bound / Home" use?
Just 14 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abmaj7, Bb, Bbsus4, C, Cm, Cm7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?
Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.