Kenny G - Going Home -

: From state television sign-offs to street markets, the song is as recognizable in China as "Happy Birthday" is in the West. Why It Works: The Power of Melody

Perhaps the most fascinating thing about "Going Home" is its massive, almost mythical popularity in . For decades, the song has served as the unofficial "Closing Time" anthem for the entire country. Kenny G - Going Home

What makes "Going Home" so effective? It’s all in the that manages to be both calming and final. : From state television sign-offs to street markets,

: Kenny G’s signature sound—smooth, long-held notes—perfectly captures the feeling of a day winding down. Fast Facts About the Track What makes "Going Home" so effective

Watch Kenny G’s iconic live performance of the track that defined an era of smooth jazz: The Unofficial National Anthem of Closing Time

: When the first notes of "Going Home" drift through the speakers of a mall, gym, or train station, everyone knows exactly what it means: the business is closing.

: Many listeners associate the song with the relief of finishing a long day and returning to their families.