Windows And Doors
Jackie DeShannon Lyrics


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What is a mansion wide and tall?
Nothing more than the windows and doors
Tell me what is a palace when you think it over?
Ceilings and floors

Windows and doors, ceilings and floors
True love is something you can′t buy in stores
Like the windows and doors
Like so many lovers before

Here we stand wond'ring
Where the future will lead
If good fortune desert us
We still have each other
That′s all we need

Windows and doors, ceilings and floors
True love is something you can't buy in stores
Like the windows and doors
Like the ceilings and floors

If good fortune desert us
We still have each other
That's all we need

Windows and doors, ceilings and floors
True love is something you can′t buy in stores
Like the windows and doors





Like the ceilings and floors
Like windows and doors

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jackie DeShannon's song Windows And Doors describe the contrast between the ostentatious and materialistic aspects of wealth, such as mansions and palaces, and the simple and intangible nature of true love. The opening lines of the song ask the listener to consider what a mansion or palace really is, and DeShannon suggests that they are nothing more than the windows, doors, ceilings, and floors that make them up. She then contrasts this with the idea that true love is something that cannot be bought in stores.


Throughout the song, DeShannon emphasizes the importance of love and relationships over material possessions, using the metaphor of windows and doors to represent the openness and vulnerability that are necessary for genuine connection. She also acknowledges the uncertainty of the future, but reassures that as long as they have each other, they have everything they need.


Overall, the lyrics of Windows And Doors encourage listeners to prioritize meaningful relationships and connection over the pursuit of wealth and material possessions, and to appreciate the simplicity and intangibility of love.


Line by Line Meaning

What is a mansion wide and tall?
If you really think about it, a mansion is just a collection of windows and doors.


Tell me what is a palace when you think it over?
If you take a closer look at it, a palace really just consists of ceilings and floors.


Windows and doors, ceilings and floors
These are the basic components that make up a house or any other building.


True love is something you can′t buy in stores
True love cannot be purchased or acquired; it comes from within.


Like the windows and doors
Just like how windows and doors are essential parts of a building, love is an essential part of our lives.


Like so many lovers before
Love has been an important part of many people's lives throughout history.


Here we stand wond'ring
At this moment, we find ourselves pondering about our future.


Where the future will lead
We are unsure of what lies ahead for us.


If good fortune desert us
If we are not favored by luck or success,


We still have each other
At the very least we have each other for support and companionship.


That′s all we need
We don't need anything else to be happy as long as we have each other.


Like the ceilings and floors
Similar to how a building needs a roof and a foundation, love needs strong support to thrive.




Writer(s): David Hal, Bacharach Burt F

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Comments from YouTube:

@7Limousine

Thank you BURT & HAL for all the great songs the two of you have written. Now you are both in heaven....R.I.P.

@bradly2007

Gorgeous timeless classic from DeShannon/Bacharach combo & would be great to have a CD of all their gems...last year their "What The World Needs Now Is Love" received Lifetime Grammy...Bravo Jackie & Burt!!!

@bradly2007

Stunning blue-eyed soulful singing wonder Jackie DeShannon turns "Windows & Doors" inside out creating a timeless masterpiece, great singer always nails & owns any Bacharach gem she does...Bravo Jackie!

@GuitarMan1117a

One of the best love songs ever written. Thanks Burt , Hal and Jackie for this masterpiece.

@Papermac

One of my favourites.... What incredible marriage of words and music. The arrangements are wonderful and so is the great Jackie DeShannon of course. I hope she'll make another album with an orchestra...

@jerry854

First heard this song on KXN-FM (The young Sound) in 1968. It became an instant favorite.

@bradly2007

Peter agree it would be miraculous for Jackie to record an album with full orchestra plus feel long overdue for legendary trailblazing icon to receive induction to Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame!

@theindividual

Jack Riley, WPRK, sent me here. Take Care, Buddy.

@ccalccol

entered CKLG radio chart Hitbount Oct 29, 1966

@StanBennet

Does anyone know if she still makes appearances?

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