Comin' Home Baby
Mel Tormé
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(Do-do-do) I'm comin' home, baby, now (Do-do-do-do-do-do) I'm comin' home now, right away (Do-do-do) I'm comin' home, baby, now (Do-do-do-do-do-do) I'm sorry now I ever went away Every night and day I go and stay I'm comin' home, baby (Come on home) Comin' home, baby, now (You know I'm waitin' here for you) I'm comin' home now, real soon (You've been gone) Comin' home, baby, now (You don't know what I'm goin' through) I'm comin' home; I know I'm overdue (Since you went away - how I feel) Expect me any day; now, real soon I'm comin' home (Come on home) Comin' home, baby, now (You know I'm prayin' every night) That everything is gonna be fine (Please come home) Comin' home, baby, now (I want to feel you hold me tight) Expect to see me now, anytime (When I'm in your arms, I'm all right) When you're in my arms, I'll be fine I'm comin' home (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now (You know I'm counting everyday) I'm comin' home now, yeah, yeah, yeah! (Use the phone) I'm comin' home, baby, now (And, baby, let me hear you say) I'm comin' home; you're hearin' what I say (That you're comin' home; I will lay awake) And I never will go away I'm comin' home! (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now (You know I'm waitin' at the door) They can't hold me back now, no more (I'm alone) I'm pressin' on, baby, now (And pacing up and down the floor) Oh, hear me holler, and hear me roar (Say you'll be with me) Gonna be with you ever more I'm comin' home (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now (Oh baby, say you're comin' home) That's what I say - I say I'm comin' home (Something's wrong) The road is long, baby, now (You ought to either write or phone) I'm comin' home and never more to roam (Baby, tell me you're comin' home) Baby, I'm for sure comin' home I'm comin' home (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now (Come on home) I'm comin' home, baby, now
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Written by: Robert L Dorough, Ben Tucker
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Comin' Home Baby” was released by Mel Tormé in November 1962.
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Song GenreThe song falls under the jazz genre, demonstrating Tormé's exceptional jazz vocal skills.
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Certified Gold"Comin' Home Baby" by Mel Tormé received gold certification, indicating its high volume of sales.
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Sampled by Other ArtistsThis song has been sampled by numerous artists across a broad range of genres, demonstrating its broad appeal and enduring popularity.
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Homecoming ThemeThe song's lyrics express a yearning for home and loved ones, a common theme in many popular songs of the 1960s.
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Cover Versions"Comin' Home Baby” has been covered by numerous artists, from jazz musicians David Sanborn and Quincy Jones to pop stars like Michael Bublé.
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Critic ReceptionCritics hailed "Comin' Home Baby" as a shining example of Tormé's vocal prowess and song interpretation skills.
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Pop Chart RankingThe song peaked at No. 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its mainstream appeal.
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Song Writing CreditsThe song is credited to Ben Tucker and Bob Dorough, both of whom worked with several other well-known jazz musicians during their careers.
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Unique InstrumentationThe original version of the track featured a vibraphone, an instrument that's relatively rare in pop and jazz music but gave the song a unique and appealing sound.
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Grammy AwardsWhile "Comin' Home Baby” did not win any Grammy Awards, Mel Tormé himself was a multi-nominated artist across his career.
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Used in AdvertisingThe song has been used in both television and radio advertising campaigns due to its catchy melody and upbeat tempo.
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Memorable BasslineThe song features a simple but memorable bassline that has been complimented by many music critics.
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Included in Albums"Comin' Home Baby" has been included in several Mel Tormé albums and compilation CDs, highlighting its significance in his discography.
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Associated Dance StylesThe song's rhythm and tempo make it suitable for various dance styles, including swing and jazz dance.
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