When the Porch Light’s On

[Verse 1]
You left your coffee by the window
A little ring upon the wood
I found your note beneath the blue bowl
Three crooked words that said you should

[Pre-Chorus]
Take the long way home tonight
There’s something waiting in the quiet

[Chorus]
Come back when the porch light’s on
Come back when the day is gone
I’ll keep the kettle warm for two
And leave the easy chair for you
No grand speech, no perfect plan
Just your hand finding my hand again
Come back when the porch light’s on
I’ll be here when you come home

[Verse 2]
The garden gate still needs a new hinge
The old dog sleeps beside the stairs
I saved the last peach from the kitchen
Because you always liked it there

[Pre-Chorus]
Take the long way home tonight
Let the miles fall out behind you

[Chorus]
Come back when the porch light’s on
Come back when the day is gone
I’ll keep the kettle warm for two
And leave the easy chair for you
No grand speech, no perfect plan
Just your hand finding my hand again
Come back when the porch light’s on
I’ll be here when you come home

[Bridge]
If the road has changed your name
You don’t have to explain
Some doors remember how to open
Some hearts forget the blame

[Final Chorus]
Come back when the porch light’s on
Come back when the day is gone
I’ll keep the kettle warm for two
And leave the easy chair for you
No grand speech, no perfect plan
Just your hand finding my hand again
Come back when the porch light’s on
I’ll be here when you come home

[Outro]
The kettle sings, the gate swings wide
You’re home, and I’m inside