Being forced to be in a place distant and different from home is one of life’s more difficult struggles. We long for familiarity and comfort. In Chris Erasmus’ new single, “So Long Soho” he tells his story of struggle with an inability to go to the place that feels familiar and comfortable to him.
The song is meant to mimic that feeling. When all you can think about is your desire to be somewhere else. Erasmus stated, “When you’re missing something— or somewhere—your heartbeat seems a little louder, your pulse a little stronger. You become more aware of what you’re longing for, and I wanted that feeling to sit at the centre of the track.” The song is meant to make the listener feel the desire that he feels. The desire to feel at home.
The lyrics describe the beautiful mountains of Montana, where he once worked on a ranch. Throughout the song, he contrasts the peace and freedom of the countryside with the fast-paced nature of city life. The chorus states,
“So take me to the mountains…
…Where the sage and pine will grow…
…Where the horses run with rivers every day”
…And my house is in the city…
…But it’s never been my home”
These lyrics reveal that, despite physically living in the city, Erasmus has never truly felt like he belongs there. To him, home is defined less by where he lives and more by the place where he feels the greatest sense of peace and connection. The song shows listeners that no amount of success and opportunity is worth sacrificing the comfort of a place that genuinely feels like home.
Listen to “So Long Soho” here – https://chriserasmus.ffm.to/so-long-soho