I Hear you Knockin
Dwight Yoakam Lyrics


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I hear you knockin'
I hear you callin'
I hear you every time you say my name
But it's too late, baby
Your calling is all in vain

I hear you crying
You done the lying
You tried to cheat
Baby, you're to blame
But it's too late, baby
Your crying is all in vain

I packed my suitcase
I bought my ticket
It won't be long, and I'll be on my way
'Cause I'm a leaving, yeah, I'm a leaving, and
I'm going away to stay

I hear you knockin'
I hear you callin'
I hear you every time you say my name
But it's too late, baby
Your calling is all in vain

I hear you knockin'
I hear you callin'
I hear you every time you say my name
But it's too late, baby
Your calling is all in vain

I hear you knock, knock, knock
I hear you call, call, call
I hear you every time you say my name




But it's too late, baby
Your calling is all in vain

Overall Meaning

In Dwight Yoakam's song "I Hear You Knockin'," the lyrics describe a relationship that has come to an end. The singer explains that the other person is calling out for him and trying to get his attention, but it is all in vain. The song starts off with the singer hearing the other person knocking, calling, and saying his name, but he knows that it's too late and doesn't want to continue the relationship.


The second verse gives insight as to why the relationship is ending. The other person lied and cheated, causing the singer to pack his suitcase and buy a ticket to leave. Although the other person is crying and trying to make amends, the singer knows that it is too late and that the calling and crying is all in vain. The chorus repeats the same sentiment of the other person calling and knocking, but the singer has made up his mind and is not going to stay.


The lyrics to "I Hear You Knockin'" are straightforward, but powerful. They convey the emotions of someone who has been hurt and is moving on from a relationship. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody help to contrast with the somber lyrics, creating an interesting and unique listening experience.


Line by Line Meaning

I hear you knockin'
I am aware of your attempts to contact me


I hear you callin'
I hear your voice when you try to reach out to me


I hear you every time you say my name
I hear my name mentioned every time you try to get my attention


But it's too late, baby
I have made my decision and it is final


Your calling is all in vain
Your attempts to contact me are futile


I hear you crying
I am aware of your emotional distress


You done the lying
You have been dishonest in our relationship


You tried to cheat
You attempted to deceive me


Baby, you're to blame
You are responsible for the situation we are in


I packed my suitcase
I got ready to leave


I bought my ticket
I have made plans to depart


It won't be long, and I'll be on my way
I will leave soon


'Cause I'm a leaving, yeah, I'm a leaving, and
I am definitely leaving and there is nothing you can do to stop me


I'm going away to stay
I am leaving for good


I hear you knock, knock, knock
I still hear your attempts to contact me


I hear you call, call, call
I still hear your voice when you try to reach out to me


Your calling is all in vain
Your attempts to contact me are still futile




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Pearl King, Dave Bartholomew

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@kathygreen8058

NO one can match Dwight for talent. He is the BEST!

@jasonshepperd7907

My dad hates Dwight says he sounds too nazely

@jasonshepperd7907

I think Dwight is under rated by the music industry but to me HE IS AWESOME

@ryanalbuquerque7465

@@jasonshepperd7907 get his ears checked plz and then ask him to listen again

@impact1

Easily the best country artist around. Killer voice. Songs like a.m. and Mercury Blues, Dont be Sad, Takes a lot to rock You, Three good Reasons, Only want you More, King of Fools, I wanna Love again orTrucking ( 2 name a few) are awesome. He should focus on those uptempo rocking country songs. He has no match.

@smokey72444

great cover of this classic

@jesuschristdestroysmarxism3916

This isn't the Dave Edmunds song it's obviously a different "" I hear you knocking "" song entirely

@JOESAIT

All time my favourite Dwight Yokum

@goatbabe0666

This is my favorite cover of Lazy Larry.