Home by Dawn is the fourth album by American singer-songwriter JD Souther, released in 1984.

[1][2] Musician reviewer J. D. Considine wrote simply: "Don't wait up.

"[5] The Philadelphia Inquirer deemed Home by Dawn "one of the best, most enjoyable L.A. rock albums in years.

"[4] The New York Times noted that "although his idiom certainly is reminiscent of the Eagles', his very lack of dominant commercial success helps preserve his sense of freshness.

"[6] All songs written by JD Souther, except where noted.