The harbor lights were shining
The moon was at its high
The captain said, "Thank God we're home
We've drunk the barrels dry"
The mizzen mast was shaken
And the lanterns all burned low
I'd never thought we'd make it
But we've twenty leagues to go
So blow you southern trades
And guide me safely to the shore
I'll never ever gonna sail
The seven seas no more
I don't want to miss the sand in my hair
The roll of the tide
And the salt in the air
Deep inside it's true
I'm a home loving man
Coming on home to you
I don't want to miss the wind in my eyes
The shimmering light
When the seagull flies
Lo, I've traveled far
I'm a home loving man
Home is where you are
The crowd upon the quayside
Their faces long and drawn
Are suddenly awakened
As we sail in on the dawn
The wives, the sons, the lovers
Who never gave up hope
All breathe a sigh together
As they reach to catch the rope
God bless you, southern trades
You got me safely back this time
Oh, you'll never have the need again
To save this soul of mine
I don't want to miss the sand in my hair
The roll of the tide
And the salt in the air
Deep inside it's true
I'm a home loving man
Coming on home to you
I don't want to miss the wind in my eyes
The shimmering light
When the seagull flies
Lo, I've traveled far
I'm a home loving man
Home is where you are
Yes I don't want to miss the sand in my hair
The roll of the tide
And the salt in the air
Deep inside it's true
I'm a home loving man