two of us
Beatles feat. The Lyrics
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Phase one, in which Doris gets her oats
Two of us riding nowhere
Spending someone's
Hard earned pay
You and me Sunday driving
Not arriving
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
Two of us sending postcards
Writing letters
On my wall
You and me burning matches
Lifting latches
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
You and I have memories
Longer than the road that stretches out ahead
Two of us wearing raincoats
Standing solo
In the sun
You and me chasing paper
Getting nowhere
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
You and I have memories
Longer than the road that stretches out ahead
Two of us wearing raincoats
Standing solo
In the sun
You and me chasing paper
Getting nowhere
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
We're going home
You better believe it
Goodbye
The lyrics of "Two of Us" by The Beatles feat. The's is about the camaraderie and reflective nature of two individuals who share a bond. It is speculatively regarded as a heartwarming tribute to the friendship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney, who were two of the Beatles band members. The song tells the tale of two wandering individuals, who are on a journey that appears to lead them nowhere. The first verse talks about Doris, who 'gets her oats' indicating that she is being satisfied, depicting the linearity of life. The chorus line "We're on our way home" represents the camaraderie and comfort shared between the two individuals as they are each other's home. It is not clear where they are coming from or what they do, but the song's simplicity and catchy beat evolve its meaning to a sense of togetherness and belonging.
The second verse shows the two characters connected not only through their journey but also through the memories they have shared. The comparison of the length of their memories to the road ahead emphasizes the bond they have and the lengths they have been together. The bridge lines depict the individual struggles they face, where the "raincoats" and "standing solo in the sun" symbolize external barriers that are unable to break their resolve. The "chasing paper" refers to their personal pursuits in life through which they have turned each other's support systems during times of hardships. The ending line "You better believe it, goodbye" creates an optimistic and affirmative impact, encapsulating the song's message of hope and encouragement.
Line by Line Meaning
Two of us riding nowhere
The two of us are aimlessly wandering around without a destination.
Spending someone's hard earned pay
We're using someone else's money for this aimless trip.
You and me Sunday driving
Just the two of us driving around on a lazy Sunday.
Not arriving on our way back home
We're taking the scenic route and not in a hurry to get home.
Two of us sending postcards
We're sending postcards to our loved ones to let them know we're thinking of them.
Writing letters on my wall
We're leaving messages for each other on the wall to remember this trip.
You and me burning matches
We're lighting matches to smoke on our journey.
Lifting latches on our way back home
We're unlocking gates and doors on our way back home.
You and I have memories longer than the road that stretches out ahead
The memories we make on this trip will last a lifetime.
Two of us wearing raincoats
We're both wearing raincoats even though it's sunny out.
Standing solo in the sun
Although we're standing alone, we're still enjoying ourselves.
You and me chasing paper
We're pursuing our dreams and goals, even if we may not achieve them.
Getting nowhere on our way back home
We're still taking our time to get home, enjoying each other's company.
We're going home
We're headed back home.
You better believe it
We're excited to be going home and can't wait to tell everyone about our trip.
Goodbye
The song and trip are coming to an end, it's time to say goodbye.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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Two of us riding nowhere
Spending someone's hard-earned pay
You and me Sunday driving
Not arriving
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
Two of us sending postcards
Writing letters on my wall
You and me burning matches
Lifting latches
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
You and I have memories
That stretches out ahead
Two of us wearing raincoats
Standing solo
You and me chasing paper
Getting nowhere
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
You and I have memories
That stretches out ahead
Two of us wearing raincoats
You and me chasing paper
Getting nowhere
On our way back home
We're on our way home
We're on our way home
We're going home
We're going home
Better believe it
Good-bye.
Real-Time Car Travel
PAUL: It's not together, so that it's not sounding together.
GEORGE: So we keep on playing until we find the bit.
PAUL: Or we can stop and say it's not together.
GEORGE: Yes. Then you've got to carry on until you get it together. I mean, that's all I'm going to play until it's found the blending with the rest.
PAUL: Okay, well, you know, I never know what to say to that, because what I want to say is, “Now, come on” and play, you know. But I can't, you know, and we get into that one.
…
PAUL: See, if we can get it simpler and then complicate it where it needs complications. But it's complicated in the bit-
GEORGE: It's not complicated. I mean, all I'm playing is the chords.
PAUL: No, no, come on, you always gotta knock me when I say that. I'm trying to help you, but I always hear myself annoying you.
GEORGE: No, you're not annoying me.
PAUL: It gets so that I can't say...
GEORGE: You don't annoy me anymore.
PAUL: You know what I mean. But doesn't everyone agree that it's confused at the moment? So all I'm trying to say is let's get the confusion unconfused, then confuse it. But that's what we've been doing all afternoon. This is why we're not getting anything done. We're just rolling on with it, and we've only got twelve more days. So we've really got to do this methodically.
…
PAUL: I really am trying to just say, “Look, lads, the band, you know. Should we try it like this?” You know.
GEORGE: It's funny, though, how it only occurs when we record the, um-
PAUL: I know, on this one, it's like should we play guitar all the way through “Hey Jude”, and I don't think we should.
GEORGE: Okay, well, I don't mind. I'll play whatever you want me to play. Or I won't play at all if you don't want me to play. Whatever it is that will please you, I'll do it.
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Kimnor Malpick
@Estefania Rodríguez gracias por esa joya tan grande que son los beatles
LEEFORDJAGG
It’s a pity John is sitting down in this footage. An obvious ‘Don & Phil’ moment.. I recalled earlier take from ‘Let It Be’ when John & Paul were larking around.. perhaps could be dropped in for a future dvd presentation?
Blaine Jalen
@Gatlin Idris Definitely, I've been using Instaflixxer for months myself :D
Gatlin Idris
You prolly dont care but if you're stoned like me atm then you can watch all of the new movies and series on Instaflixxer. Been watching with my girlfriend for the last few days :)
Estefania Rodríguez
@DLD2 Music! could you share the link here? :D
Katharine Dalton
I love this song! When John and Paul harmonize, it's magic! They totally complement each other. One of their last songs together 🙁
alphabeets
It really is magical how their voices blend together.
Susann Connelly
So do I I!!!!
JennyWren
This song was heart wrenching when watched in conjunction with the footage of the making of the song. This collaboration and friendship between John and Paul will live on forever. “You and I have memories longer than the road that stretches out ahead” - one day Paul will finally go home and I’m sure John will be happy to see his friend and partner again.