who is kanye west talking about in homecoming
Homecoming (Kanye West song) West first revealed that he had collaborated with the Coldplay frontman in an interview with Billboard, where he alluded that "Homecoming" just might be released as the lead single for his third studio album Graduation.[11] However, the song was subsequently released as the album's fifth and final single. Lyrically, "Homecoming" serves as a tribute to Kanye West's hometown of Chicago, Illinois. He rhymes about growing up in the city, his love for Chicago, and his guilt over leaving "her" to pursue his musical dream.[12][10] Kanye West lyrically references "I Used to Love H.E.R.," a rap song that was written by his close friend, label affiliate, and fellow Chicago rapper Common. He would make cameo appearances in the single's accompanying music video, which was filmed in the city of Chicago.[13]