In this heartfelt ballad, Joy Williams explores themes of homecoming, forgiveness, and the enduring nature of love. The song suggests that life’s journey is filled with trials and errors ("no wrong roads"), but there is always a place to return to—a metaphorical "front porch" symbolizing safety and acceptance. The lyrics emphasize that past mistakes are inconsequential ("whatever you've done, it doesn't matter") because everyone is inherently flawed ("we're all a little splintered and battered"). This welcoming space offers solace and a sense of belonging, reinforcing the idea that true fulfillment often lies in appreciating what we already have. Ultimately, the song conveys a powerful message about the importance of community and unconditional love.
Front Porch
Lyrics
There are no wrong roads
And no window stays closed
And love is always sad when it fades
The glass is better stained anyways
If never you find what you're looking for
Come on back to the front porch
Say my name through the screen door
Come on back to the front porch
Whatever you've done, it doesn't matter
'Cause darling we're all a little splintered and battered
But the light is on, what you waiting for?
Come on back, come on back to the front porch
We carved a story in these boards
Watching life go back and forth
You take it all for granted, then you leave
And then it takes a while to realize what you need
If never you find what you're looking for
Come on back to the front porch
Say my name through the screen door
Come on back to the front porch
Whatever you've done, it doesn't matter
'Cause darling we're all a little splintered and battered
But the light is on, what you waiting for?
Come on back, come on back
I took the long way
Looking for the shortcut
To find out that this place
Was made of the best stuff
If never you find what you're looking for
Come on back to the front porch
Say my name through the screen door, oh
Come on back to the front porch
Whatever you've done, it doesn't matter
'Cause darling we're all a little splintered and battered
But the light is on, what you waiting for?
Come on back, come on back, oh
Come on back
Come on back to the front porch
Writer(s): Emily Shackelton, Joy Williams, Liz Rose
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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