Two Doors Down
Dolly Parton Lyrics


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yin' across my lonely bed in this lonely old apartment
Cryin' about the way that life's been kickin' me around
My love of yesterday is gone but he promised no tomorrow
But they're feelin' no sorrow two doors down

Two doors down they're laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party
But two doors down they're not aware that I'm around
But here I am, cryin' my heart out, feelin' sorry
They're havin' a party just two doors down

I think I'll cry these useless tears and get myself together
I think I'll wander down the hall and have a look around
'Cause I can't stay inside this lonely room and cry forever
I think I'd really rather join 'em two doors down, yeah

Two doors down they're laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party (Ooh)
But two doors down they're not aware that I'm around (Alright, now, hey hey)
But here I am, cryin' my heart out, feelin' sorry (Ooh, yeah baby)
They're havin' a party just two doors down

I can't believe I'm standin' here, dry-eyed, all smiles and talkin'
Making conversation with a new love I've found
And I ask him if he'd like to be alone and we' start walkin'
Down the hall to my place waitin' two doors down, yeah

Two doors down they're laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party (Yeah baby)
But two doors down they're not aware that I'm around (Whoa)
But here I am, cryin' my heart out, feelin' sorry (Sorry)
They're havin' a party just two doors down (Yeah)

Oh, oh, oh, oh, two doors down, I'll be there, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, oh, yeah, two doors down
Oh, oh, oh, oh, two doors down
Oh, oh, oh, oh, two doors down, yeah

Two doors down they're laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party (Yeah)
Two doors down they're not aware that I'm around
But here we am, feelin' everything but sorry (Yeah, yeah, yeah, everything)
Havin' our own party two doors down (Hey, yeah)

Havin' our own party
Workin' and drinkin', baby
Havin' a party
Two doors down
Two doors down they're laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party
Havin' our own party two doors down, woo
Two doors down we're havin' a party
Havin' our own party two doors down
Party, party, party
Party, party, party
Havin' our own party two doors down
I'll be there
I'll be there
Havin' our own party two doors down
Two doors down
Laughin' and drinkin' and havin' a party
Two doors down
Two doors down

Overall Meaning

In Dolly Parton’s “Two Doors Down,” the singer sings about being alone in her lonely room, crying her heart out while her neighbors two doors down are partying and having fun. She decides to dry her tears and join the party, walking down the hall to the sound of the music. She continues to find comfort in a new love, celebrating and having a party of her own two doors down.


The song speaks to the human experience of feeling lonely and left out while others are enjoying themselves nearby. Dolly Parton’s lyrics and melody capture the emotions of isolation and longing, while also expressing the hope of finding connection and companionship. The song’s simple message offers listeners a reminder to not give up on finding joy and companionship, even when it seems difficult or out of reach.


Line by Line Meaning

Two doors down they're laughing and drinking and having a party
There is a group of people two doors down from me who are enjoying themselves with laughter and alcohol


And two doors down they're not aware that I'm around
The partygoers are unaware that I am in close proximity to their gathering


But here I am crying my heart out, feeling sorry
I am feeling sad and emotional and have been reduced to tears


But they're having a party, just two doors down
Despite my sadness, the party next door is going strong, just out of reach


I think I'll dry these useless tears and get myself together
I am considering pulling myself together and stopping my tears, as they are not helping my situation


I think I'll wander down the hall and have a look around
I am planning to leave my current location and go explore what is happening in the area around me


'Cause I can't stay inside this lonely room and cry forever
I am acknowledging that it is not sustainable or productive to remain sad and alone in my current situation


I think I'd really rather join 'em two doors down
I am considering joining the party that is happening just a short distance away


Two doors down they're laughing and drinking and having a party
The party two doors down from me is still going on


And two doors down they're all aware that I'm around
I am now a visible presence at the party, and everyone there knows I am there


'Cause here I am no longer crying and feeling sorry
I have put aside my sadness and am enjoying myself with the others at the party


They're having a party, just two doors down
The party is still happening in close proximity to where I was previously feeling sad and alone


I can't believe I'm standing here dry eyed, all smiles and talkin'
I am amazed at my newfound positivity, as I am now happy and socializing with others


Making conversation with the new love I've found
I have found a new romantic interest and am enjoying talking with them


I ask him if he'd like to be alone and we start walkin'
The person I am interested in and I have decided to leave the party and go somewhere more private


Down the hall to my place waiting two doors down, yeah
We are heading to my place, which is conveniently located just two doors down from the party


Here we end feeling everything but sorry
I have moved on from feeling sad and am now experiencing positive emotions with my new partner


We're having our own party two doors down
We are now having our own party in a different location, but still close by to the original gathering




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dolly Parton

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Comments from YouTube:

@chareefabiano8173

Thank you so much Dolly. I have loved your music since the 70's. I used to listen to it with my Grandmother while she was battling cancer.
We listened to you quite often. Your voice is so beautiful. It has always reminded me of my Mother's voice, who I lost in 1971.
Everytime I hear you it takes me back.
Love you Dolly

@cliff9685

According to Jane Fonda she was driving home after seeing Lily Tomlin perform her act and this song was on the radio and she got the idea for 9 to 5 to be Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton. History was made!

@alienbutlerblunders5464

Dolly's appeal is staggering. Music at its absolute finest

@ashleyfranklin1497

It's crazy how a song can take you back in time. Thank you for making my childhood memories come rushing back. 🖤🦋🦋

@melissawhite5116

Me too

@ashleyfranklin1497

@@melissawhite5116 I absolutely LOVED her when I was a kid lol been to Dollywood many times, I love her smokey mountain home. She is a national treasure & should be kept safe lol

@mags9024

I’ve loved Dolly my whole life and bought this on vinyl when I was a kid, but now when I hear it, I always think of Tig Notaro and get an unexpected little chuckle.

@tomdavis3957

Dolly is a NATIONAL TREASURE!!! <3 <3

@frankortega4280

Always have to have a Dolly Parton song in a country band setlist.
My band used to play “Two Doors Down” which used to go over pretty well. Thanks for sharing this song tutorial. Nice work as usual.

@SOULSOREAL94

Dolly is a story teller ♡

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