It's All Over
Tammy Wynette & David Houston 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 to Tammy Wynette & David Houston's song "It's All Over" describe a person's longing for the company of a lover who has left them. The singer addresses various parts of their body, asking them if they wouldn't like to experience the comfort and pleasure of being with their loved one once again. The arms would hold her close and feel her warmth, the lips would kiss her, and the eyes would see her walking through the door to end the loneliness of the long night. The heart yearns for a chance to start living again, to believe that things will turn out right.
However, despite all these longings, the singer comes to admit that it's all over now. They acknowledge that the only thing left is the loneliness that somehow still manages to linger. The relationship has ended, and there's no going back. The singer ultimately concludes that it's time to admit that it's all over and start moving on.
Through this song, Tammy Wynette & David Houston capture the heartache of a failed relationship and the difficult process of letting go. The lyrics illustrate the deep desire to be with someone and the pain of losing them. The song is a powerful reminder of the universal experience of heartbreak and the obstacles people face when trying to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Arms wouldn't you like to hold her
Don't you desire to embrace her?
Don't you know she'd feel so warm right next to you
You are aware of the comforting feeling she would bring when she is close to you
Lips wouldn't you like to kiss her or would you tell her lies the way you used to do
Would you prefer to deceive her with your words or show true affection with your actions?
But it's all over over all except the loneliness that gets to you somehow
Everything is finished except for the loneliness that is making you feel miserable
Over over might as well admit that it's all over now
It's best to recognize and accept that everything has come to an end
Eyes wouldn't you like just to see him walk through that door and end this lonely night
Do you not wish to see him and put an end to this feeling of isolation?
Heart wouldn't you like to start living
Does your heart not yearn to begin living and experiencing joy again?
And know for sure that things would turn out right
To have complete confidence that everything will work out in your favor
But it's all over over...
However, all of these things are irrelevant now that it's all 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!