The Only Way Out (Is to Walk Over Me)
Dolly Parton · Just Because I'm a Woman (Bonus Tracks) [BMG Herit [2003]
The only way out is to walk over me.
So you found someone else and you're going to leave
Did she tell you I don't love you, did you really believe?
On the floor, by the door I'll be down on me knees
'Cause the only way out is to walk over me.
You don't hear and you don't feel but i know you can see
Just to prove that I love you, I'll crawl at your feet
Just look down at the ground where your footprints will be
Cause the only way out is to walk over me
You have put me just as low as anyone ought to go
But I lay down beside, what's left of my pride
If you go, then you'll know 'cause you can't help but see
That he only way out is to walk over me.
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You have put me just as low as anyone ought to go
But I lay down beside, what's left of my pride
If you go, then you'll know 'cause you can't help but see
That he only way out is to walk over me.
Yes, the only way out is to walk over me...
The Only Way Out (Is to Walk Over Me)
Dolly Parton's 2003 recording of 'The Only Way Out (Is to Walk Over Me)' stands as a poignant addition to her extensive catalog of love songs. Released on the 'Just Because I'm a Woman (Bonus Tracks)' album, this track exemplifies Parton's signature ability to blend traditional country storytelling with a modern pop sensibility. The song explores themes of heartbreak and the painful reality of moving on, delivered with her characteristic vocal clarity and emotional depth. While not one of her most commercially dominant singles, it reflects her continued commitment to crafting narratives about relationships that resonate with audiences across generations. The recording maintains the acoustic integrity found in her earlier work while showcasing her versatility as a performer well into the new millennium.