Going Home (Kenny G composition)
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"Going Home" is an instrumental song by American Saxophonist Kenny G, which was released in 1990, from the artist's first live album, Kenny G Live. The song received acclaimed from critics, which was described as one of Kenny G's significant song.[1]
Background
The song become an unconventional mega-hit throughout the country of China — it has become the unofficial national closing song for businesses such as food courts, outdoor markets, health clubs, shopping malls, train stations, etc., throughout the country. Many businesses begin piping the music over their loudspeakers shortly before closing at night. Television stations also play the song before ending their evening broadcasts at night. Some trains staffed by Nanchang Railway Bureau play the song when reaching the final destinations. Many Chinese, when asked, say they associate the song with the need to finish their activity or business and go home (although they may not even know the name the song or its artist).[2]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Going Home" | 5:29 |
Popular in culture
In November 2015, Kenny G was featured in a news segment on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver about China building new land, and instigating War with the US. John Oliver reported "For years the tune, in all its seductive woodwind glory, has been a staple of Chinese society. Every day, “Going Home” is piped into shopping malls, schools, train stations and fitness centers as a signal to the public that it is time, indeed, to go home." The segment ends with a performance by Kenny G of "Going Home".[3]
Charts
| Chart (1990) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 56 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs | 46 |
| U.S. Billboard Adult Contemporary | 5 |
References
- ^ "Kenny G - Going Home". June 24, 2010.
- ^ Levin, Dan (2014-05-11). "China Says Goodbye in the Key of G: Kenny G". New York Times. Retrieved 2014-05-11.
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