Doors
Yusuf Lyrics


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When a door is closed
Somewhere, there's a door that's opening
When a light goes out
Somewhere, there's a light that's shining

God made everything
Just right
If you never risk to lose
You may never get to win
If you never venture out
You will see nothing

God made everything
Just right

When a flower dies
Somewhere, there's flower blooming
When a Sun goes down
There's a Moon rising





When a door is closed
Somewhere, there's a door that's opening

Overall Meaning

Yusuf / Cat Stevens's song "Doors" is a beautifully written song about hope and resilience. The lyrics suggest that when something ends, there is always something else beginning. The line "When a door is closed, somewhere there's a door that's opening" reminds us that even when something ends, there are always new opportunities waiting for us. Similarly, when a light goes out, there is always another light shining.


The song's message is deeply spiritual, and the refrain "God made everything just right" underscores the idea that there is a higher power at work in the universe. The lyrics suggest that everything happens for a reason, and that we should trust that things will work out in the end, even if we can't see it in the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

When a door is closed
The closing of one opportunity signifies the opening of another.


Somewhere, there's a door that's opening
Even when one door closes, there are always other opportunities waiting to be explored.


When a light goes out
The end of something good or positive.


Somewhere, there's a light that's shining
Even in the darkest of times, there are always sparks of hope and light.


God made everything
Everything that happens in life is part of a divine plan.


Just right
Everything that happens is perfectly designed to shape our lives and experiences.


If you never risk to lose
The fear of losing often holds us back from taking risks and making progress.


You may never get to win
Without taking risks and facing challenges, we limit our experiences and opportunities for success.


If you never venture out
Staying within your comfort zone limits your growth and potential in life.


You will see nothing
Going outside of your comfort zone allows you to experience new things and gain new perspectives.


When a flower dies
The end of one beautiful thing in life.


Somewhere, there's flower blooming
The end of one beautiful thing means the start of another, and there is always something good to come.


When a Sun goes down
The end of one day, or one phase of life, is complete.


There's a Moon rising
The end of one day means the beginning of something new, and there is always a new opportunity for growth and change.




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Written by: YUSUF ISLAM

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Comments from YouTube:

Sandra Kral

This song helped me to venture out after a heartbreak in 2014. I listened to it over and over again, it gave me courage, and by some beautiful miricale I found myself in Boston listening to you sing it live. Thank you Yusuf.

Fauzia Khan

Listen to this song with your eyes closed - it’s very peaceful and comforting. Stayed blessed Yusuf.

Paul The Pandaren

Please release this on Spotify in the acoustic version! I can’t get enough of it!

Super Sleuth

Having grown up listening you and playing along with your albums, getting to watch you in live performances now (even prerecorded) is like being back in those days when parts of the population were getting a different message then the ones the Government propaganda were pushing to support war. A direction toward peace, higher states of consciousness and deeper spirituality. Thanks for always being there to remind us.

Joyce Hoffmann

My much needed daily dose of The Cat/Yusuf.

Sandra Kral

It brings tears to my eyes still, and I remember how I felt when I first heard this amazing song, how it bought me comfort and hope.

Cesar Bastos

👏👏👏👏🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

Nic Dunbar

Dude!!! I love this song. Could not remember the name of the title but I knew the lyric “God made everything just right”! And it brought me here. I am so glad.

john p

Still got the voice yusuf how I loved your music from the 70s brings back many memories for me and you still absolutely awesome

me cooper1

Gorgeous as usual, LOVE & PEACE CAT ✌❤

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