Two Stories Wide
The Highwaymen Lyrics


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Come out of the darkness
Don't hide in the night
Come out in the sunshine
And we'll be alright

Life's too long to worry
And it's too short to cry
And it's too deep to measure
And it's too stories wide

There's your side and my side
Which side do you need?
Both sides make you lonely
And make your heart bleed

Life's too long to worry
And it's too short to cry
And it's too deep to measure
And it's too stories wide

Life's too long to worry
And its too short to cry
And its too deep to measure
And its too stories wide

Life's too long to worry
And its too short to cry




And its too deep to measure
And its too stories wide

Overall Meaning

The Highwaymen's song "Two Stories Wide" is an uplifting and optimistic song that urges the listener to come out of the darkness and into the sunshine. The song emphasizes the need to live life to the fullest and not spend too much time worrying or crying. Additionally, the lyrics highlight the idea that life is complex and cannot be measured easily. The title of the song refers to the idea that there are always two sides to a story, and it is up to the individual to decide which side they need.


The lyrics of the song suggest that both sides of a story can lead to loneliness and heartache, but ultimately it is important to move past these negative emotions and focus on the bigger picture. The idea that life is too short to waste time on negativity is a common theme throughout the song. The lyrics emphasize the need to live life to the fullest and not let worry or sadness take over.


In conclusion, "Two Stories Wide" is a powerful and inspiring song that encourages listeners to live life to the fullest, while acknowledging the complexities and challenging nature of existence.


Line by Line Meaning

Come out of the darkness
Don't hide away and face the outside world


Don't hide in the night
Stop isolating yourself from others


Come out in the sunshine
Experience the bright and positive moments in life


And we'll be alright
Things will work out in the end


Life's too long to worry
Don't waste your precious time stressing over things


And it's too short to cry
Life passes by too quickly to spend in tears


And it's too deep to measure
The complexities of life cannot be fully understood


And it's too stories wide
There are different perspectives to every situation


There's your side and my side
There are different versions of the truth


Which side do you need?
Decide which version of the truth you believe


Both sides make you lonely
Believing only one version of the truth can lead to isolation


And make your heart bleed
Holding onto one perspective can cause emotional pain




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Written by: WILLIE NELSON

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Life's too long to worry
And it's too short to cry
And it's too deep to measure
And it's too stories wide

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Scott M. Franklin NC

4 of the greatest coming together to create history... 2 have gone on to play on the greater stages ...RIP Johnny and Waylon, your music will continue on for generations to come.

Joan Lawlor

You don’t find Country Music like this today ~~ PRICELESS 🎤🎸🎵🎶 🇮🇪 ☘️

Sven Etan Binkert

What a fantastic songwriter Willie Nelson is! Straight from the heart and straight to the point.

Judy Brodowski

Had to be one of the Greatest Concerts EVER!! I wasn’t old enough to go! But sure can listen now!!

Cornelia Denninger

Mount Rushmore of music!!! It doesn't get any better. RIP WAYLON and JOHN R CASH and Reggie YOUNG. /CD

Lassi Miettinen

Don't forget about Bobby Emmons on keys, Mike Leech on bass and J. R. Cobb on rhythm guitar

Mara Karetsos

The best of country MUSIC!!!
Willie Nelson!!!! UNIQUE!!!!!
🎶🎶🎼🎼🎼🎶🎸🎸🎸⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Alexander Petrov

Только по русски, по английском не хватит эмоций и чувств. Спасибо Вилли, Уилсону, Крису и Джонни за такие шедевры !!! Жаль, что я не видел их выступления вживую.

Julfikar Al Nahian Rozen

There's your side and my side
Which side do you need?
Both sides make you lonely
And make your heart bleed....what a nice CREATION....Salute you BOSSes...

Brian Allen

Loved it guys 👍👍👍

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