Powfu returns with a heartfelt track on his album Tomorrow the Sun Won’t Rise, featuring the soulful voice of OLORUNNS. “take you home” showcases the duo’s signature lo‑fi melancholy blended with introspective lyricism.
The song delves into the bittersweet tension of longing and letting go, painting vivid scenes of late‑night drives, fleeting goodbyes, and the fragile promise of one more moment together.
One last time
I need to be the one who takes you home
One more time
I promise after that I’ll let you go
Uh, yeah
I feel depression walk in when you exit the room
Make a warm summer night feel like -2
You and I say goodbye at least 100 of times
Leave the city, then I’m back in the blink of an eye
Can’t imagine you with anybody else but me
I went driving with this girl and pictured you front seat
I don’t expect everything to be perfect
But at times, feel like it won’t end
One last time
I need to be the one who takes you home
One more time
I promise after that I’ll let you go
When I was
19, had a lot on my mind
Felt like the past 20 years was a waste of my time, then
You walked in, changed my perspective
What I thought I wanted more, I wanted less of
Used to be the same, now we both act different
Girl, you stole my heart, you ain’t gave it back
Taught you how to sail, and somehow we drifted
Won’t ask you to stay, I’m afraid we’re not meant for that
(I promise you)
I promise, I promise you
Ay, I know I said a lot and made a lot of promises
Said I wouldn’t do what I did, and did the opposite
I know that I’m askin’ a lot, so here’s a compromise
Just give me half of your heart, I’ll give you all of mine
Babe, I don’t care if you got her in your heart
All I really care is you wake up in my arms
One last time, I need to be the one who takes you home
Listeners have praised “take you home” for its raw vulnerability and relatable narrative, cementing Powfu’s reputation as a voice for the introspective generation.
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