"The Door Is Always Open" is a song by Waylon Jennings, released in 1974. The song tells the story of a man who still longs for a woman he once loved. He saw her picture in the newspaper, revealing that she has married someone else who can provide her with material things that the narrator couldn't. Despite this, the narrator believes that her husband cannot offer her what she truly needs. He keeps the metaphorical door open and a light on in the hallway, symbolizing his enduring love and willingness to welcome her back into his life if she ever decides to leave her current husband. The lyrics express the narrator's hope that one day, when night falls and she lies beside her husband, she will think of him instead. He wonders if she turns her face to the wall as her husband reaches out to her, indicating her possible dissatisfaction in her current relationship. Overall, the song reflects the persistent love of the narrator for a woman who moved on, highlighting his willingness to be there for her if she ever chooses to return.
