It's All Over
David Houston & Tammy Wynette Lyrics
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Don't you know she'd feel so warm right next to you
Lips wouldn't you like to kiss her or would you tell her lies the way you used to do
But it's all over over all except the loneliness that gets to you somehow
Over over might as well admit that it's all over now
Eyes wouldn't you like just to see him walk through that door and end this lonely night
Heart wouldn't you like to start living
And know for sure that things would turn out right
The lyrics of David Houston & Tammy Wynette's It's All Over describe the feelings of someone who has just come to the realization that their relationship is truly over. The singer imagines that if only they could hold their former lover or kiss them, everything would be alright. However, they know deep down that the relationship is beyond repair, and the only thing left is a pervasive feeling of loneliness.
The first line of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The image of arms longing to hold the lost lover is both poignant and desperate. The next two lines illustrate the physical aspect of the relationship, with the singer imagining kissing their ex, but also acknowledging that they may have lied to them in the past. The chorus states plainly that it's all over now, except for the loneliness that lingers. The final verse goes on to express a desire for reconciliation, but ultimately acknowledges that it's all over.
In summary, It's All Over is a poignant and melancholic song that explores the feelings of someone who has just come to terms with the end of their relationship. It highlights the sense of longing for what was lost and the feeling of helplessness that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Arms wouldn't you like to hold her
Don't you miss holding her in your arms and feeling her warmth?
Don't you know she'd feel so warm right next to you
You remember how good it felt to have her close to you.
Lips wouldn't you like to kiss her or would you tell her lies the way you used to do
You have the urge to kiss her, but you also remember how you used to lie to her.
But it's all over over all except the loneliness that gets to you somehow
The relationship is over, but the loneliness still lingers.
Over over might as well admit that it's all over now
You need to accept that the relationship is over and move on.
Eyes wouldn't you like just to see him walk through that door and end this lonely night
You long for them to return and end the feeling of loneliness.
Heart wouldn't you like to start living
You want to start living again and move past the pain.
And know for sure that things would turn out right
You wish you could be certain that everything will work out in the end.
But it's all over over...
However, the relationship truly is over.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BILLY SHERRILL, GLENN SUTTON
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@jukeboxinmymind
I have always felt that David Houston, sang with Tammy Wynette better than anybody else. This is one of my favorite albums.
@danielburns987
this song went to #11 on the country charts in 1968!!!
@jukeboxinmymind
These two together were the best. It is a shame they never did more songs together.
@JUDA59ful
This is a song I never heard by David Houston and Tammy Wynette. Its great. JUDA59ful
@11mchloe
these two really sound great together. i so love them
@latachia888
I bought this album in1966.I sure wish that I still had the album.LOL Maybe I will find it on a CD someday. I hope so.
@robhi01
Fantastic voices, just great to hear.
@rdo1231
two legends
@Countryman456
Wow what a duet! Perfecto!
@mbullo
thanks for posting. i love the way these two sound together. i will look for this album the next time i hit the flea market!