Two Story House

George Jones, Tammy Wynette

About Two Story House

"Two Story House" is a single by the American country music artists George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Released in February 1980, it was the first single from their album Together Again. The song reached #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and #1 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada.


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2006
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We always wanted a big two story house
Back when we lived in that little two room shack
We wanted fame and fortune
And we'd live life the way the rich folks do
We knew some how we'd make it, together me and you

With dreams and hopes of things to come
We worked and never stopped
Not much time for you and me
We had to reach the top

We bought that big two story house
And soon became the envy of the town
With all our work behind us
We'd finally settled down

Now we live (yes we live) in a two story house
Whoa, what splendor
But there's no love about

I've got my story
And I've got mine, too
How sad it is, we now live, in a two story house

The house is filled with rare antiques
There's marble on the floor
Beauty all around us
Like we've never seen before

There's chandeliers in every room
Imported silks and satin all about
We filled the house with everything
But somehow left love out

Now we live (yes we live) in a two story house
Oh what splendor
But there's no love about

I've got my story
And I've got mine, too
How sad it is, we now live, in a two story house

How sad it is, we now live, in a two story house

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: DAVE LINDSEY, GLENN TUBB, TAMMY WYNETTE

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22 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Two Story House" is a country music song, a popular genre distinguished by its blend of ballads and dance tunes with generally simple forms and harmonies.
Artist Background
The song is performed by George Jones and Tammy Wynette, who were both successful individual artists but also a well-known power-couple in the country music industry.
Release Year
"Two Story House" was released in 1980, more than a decade after George Jones and Tammy Wynette first started performing together.
Chart Performance
It was a notably successful track, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Country Singles chart when it was released.
Album Inclusion
"Two Story House" is part of the album "Together Again," which also achieved recognition on the Country Album charts.
Relationship Reference
The song is notable for referencing the tumultuous real-life relationship between Jones and Wynette, who had married and divorced each other by the time "Two Story House" was released.
Composer Credits
"Two Story House" co-written by the performers themselves, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, alongside David Lindsey.
Symbolic Lyrics
The song uses the metaphor of a "Two Story House" to represent the dreams and downfalls of the couple's marriage, showcasing their intimate songwriting style.
Continuation of Themes
The song is part of the continuance of the pair's recurring themes of love, heartbreak, and tumultuous relationships in their songs.
Post-Divorce Collaboration
Interestingly, "Two Story House" and other songs were recorded and performed post the pairs' divorce, demonstrating their continued professional harmony despite personal conflicts.
Music Video
A music video of "Two Story House" is available, featuring both Jones and Wynette. The aesthetics and fashion of the video distinctly mirrors the era of its release.
Legacy
"Two Story House" remains popular amongst fans of classic country music and is considered one of the highlights of George Jones and Tammy Wynette's joint discography.
Genre Classification
"Two Story House" is a classic country song, embodying the traditional country music style and themes that were popular in the 1980s.
Artist Background
The song is a collaboration between George Jones and Tammy Wynette, two legendary figures in the world of country music. They were not only professional partners but also were married to each other from 1969 to 1975.
Relationship Background
"Two Story House" is one of several songs that the pair recorded together following their divorce. Their post-divorce collaborations are famous for touching upon the complexities of their relationship.
Chart Success
Upon its release, "Two Story House" climbed up to number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. This testifies to the popularity and commercial success of the song.
Album Details
The song is a part of Jones and Wynette’s album "Together Again." It is one of the duo's final music projects together before Jones' death in 2013.
Release Year
"Two Story House" was released in 1980, during a period when both artists were at the height of their fame in the country music scene.
Songwriter Credits
This song was written by Wynette, along with David Lindsey and Glenn Tubb. The influence of Wynette's personal experiences could possibly be discerned in the lyrics.
Recurring Theme
The lyrics of "Two Story House" depict the illusory happiness that material wealth can provide. It reflects on how a magnificent two-story house could not save the crumbling relationship of the couple living within it.
Metaphorical Nuances
The two-story house in the song has been interpreted as a metaphor for Jones and Wynette's marriage, which was grand and awe-inspiring, but ultimately hollow and bereft of happiness due to their constant personal issues.
Legacy
Despite personal differences, the professional musical legacy of George Jones and Tammy Wynette is solidified by hit songs like "Two Story House". It continues to be remembered as one of the most influential and resonant duos in the history of country music.

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