Standing At The Door

Allan Taylor · Out Of Time [1991]

I came through from Germany and drove all through the night

I had to get to Amsterdam to catch an early flight

Just an hour to England and I finally made it home

But all too soon it's over, I have to leave again



Seems all I do is say goodbye, I don't want to leave no more

'Cause the leaving's that much harder when you're standing at the door



I see a lot of places and the living's pretty good

I'm not sure if I'd change a thing, I don't know if I could

But lately I've been gone too long and the nights at home are few

Give me one more night in England, give me one more night with you



Seems all I do is say goodbye, I don't want to leave no more

'Cause the leaving's that much harder when you're standing at the door



Here's looking to the lady who guides me home at night

I see her in the distance, she's smiling in the light

I sometimes think she's watching me and she's keeping me from harm

As I travel through the lonely night to make it home again



Seems all I do is say goodbye, I don't want to leave no more

'Cause the leaving's that much harder when you're standing at the door

About Standing At The Door

"Allan Taylor's 'Standing At The Door' stands as a defining track from his 1991 debut album *Out Of Time*. As a central pillar of the English folk revival, the song showcases Taylor's signature blend of acoustic guitar, harmonica, and emotive vocals, capturing the raw, introspective spirit of the era. The recording exemplifies his ability to weave traditional folk structures with contemporary sensibilities, creating a sound that resonated deeply with audiences seeking authenticity and lyrical depth. Released in the early 1990s, the track helped establish Taylor's reputation as a pivotal figure in modern English folk music. Its enduring appeal lies in its atmospheric quality and the way it explores themes of longing and transition, which became hallmarks of his subsequent discography. The song remains a staple of his catalog, frequently cited as a prime example of the genre's evolution during the early 1990s and continuing to influence artists across the folk and roots music spectrum."