"When My Ships Come Sailing Home" is an American song composed by Francis Dorel and lyrics by Reginald Stewart.

The song was recorded by John McCormack representing the Victor label on March 29, 1915.

O'er the sea, Fair and free, Safe at anchor I see them ride: They shall stay, all the day, While the breeze croons a song to the tide They have brought, all I sought, All the treasure I need, rich and rare, And love is that treasure they are bringing For me and you my lady fair!

According to the sheet music, one is supposed the play the song "Slowly and Evenly".

The composer attempts to emphasize this fact with note telling the player that certain parts are meant to be played "dreamily".

It was produced and distributed by Boosey & Co. in 1913, with a stipulation along the bottom of the cover stating that "This song may be sung in public without fee or license.

[10] Ethel Whiteside's recording differed from the previous two in that it was not made with orchestral accompaniment.