Way Back Home by Hotham

Track Details

  • BPM: 118
  • Key: G#/Ab Major
  • Camelot: 4B
  • Energy: 0.61
  • Duration: 02:20
  • Date published: December 2025

About This Track

Hotham's 'Way Back Home' is an effervescent electronic track that radiates warmth and positivity. With its moderate tempo and very bright tone, this song embodies the essence of a sunny day. The high energy and danceable rhythm make it infectious, while the G#/Ab Major key lends a sense of uplift and optimism. As the track unfolds, its warmth and moderate loudness create a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for setting a lively yet approachable mood.

Perfect For

This track is perfect for the opening montage of a travel vlog, where its upbeat and cheerful vibe can set the tone for an exciting journey. Its moderate tempo also makes it suitable for a fun, energetic product launch video on social media, or as the background score for an indie game's main menu, where its bright and lively quality can engage players and enhance their experience.

Genres

Moods

License & Usage

Way Back Home is available under a free royalty-free license, including monetized YouTube videos, podcasts, ads, Twitch, TikTok, and Reels. The free license requires attribution: credit "Music by Hotham via Melly Park" with a link to mellypark.com. A premium license is available to remove attribution and add Content ID coverage. See licensing details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to add to my video description?

Add this attribution line to your video, podcast, or project description: "Music: Way Back Home by Hotham, free download at https://mellypark.com/C9RT4". A premium license removes the attribution requirement.

Is "Way Back Home" by Hotham free to use?

Yes. "Way Back Home" is available under a free license that covers monetized YouTube videos, podcasts, and most commercial projects. The free license requires the attribution above. A premium license removes the attribution requirement.

Can I use "Way Back Home" for commercial projects (ads, client work, paid videos)?

Yes. The free license covers commercial use, including paid client work, advertising, monetized YouTube videos, and paid social ads — with the required attribution. The premium license adds Content ID coverage and removes the attribution requirement for higher-budget productions.

Can I use "Way Back Home" on YouTube without a copyright claim?

Yes. "Way Back Home" works on monetized YouTube content with the free license — just include the attribution in your video description.

Can I use "Way Back Home" in podcasts?

Yes. Podcasts, including monetized shows with ads or sponsorships, are covered under the free license with attribution. The premium license is recommended for shows distributed by major podcast networks.

Can I edit, loop, or remix "Way Back Home"?

You can cut, loop, fade, or sync "Way Back Home" to your video, podcast, or other project. You cannot remix or sample the track, add vocals or other elements and release it as a new song, or re-distribute the audio as a standalone file. Use is for syncing to content, not creating derivative musical works.

What's the difference between the free and premium license?

The free license requires attribution and works for most YouTube, podcast, and commercial uses. The premium license removes attribution, adds Content ID coverage so your videos are never flagged, and expands rights for high-budget broadcast, app, and game use.

Does Hotham benefit when I use "Way Back Home"?

Yes. Hotham released "Way Back Home" as royalty-free music to reach new listeners. When creators use the track in YouTube videos, podcasts, or other content, the required attribution sends viewers back to their music — driving streams on YouTube and Spotify, follows, and long-term discovery. The free distribution model is a deliberate visibility strategy, and your use directly supports it.

Are there other tracks by Hotham?

Yes — browse all tracks by Hotham on Melly Park at /artists/hotham.