Released: 2021
Features: Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic
Get ready for the smooth groove of “Leave The Door Open” by Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak, AKA Silk Sonic. This steamy track is a straight-up invitation, decked in silky soul and dripping with desire. Mars and .Paak have busted out all the stops to show how far they’re willing to go for love, or at least a romantic rendezvous.
Our story starts with an exchange, a lover checking in on his sweetheart. “Said baby, said baby, said baby… What you doing? Where you at? Oh, you got plans?…“, it’s a blend of curiosity and anticipation. When he says, “Don’t say that (shut your trap)“, that’s his cheeky way of saying don’t tell me you’re busy. It’s a playful way to say he’s hoping she’s free. He’s set the perfect stage; a clean house, a warm pool, even a smooth shave. It’s all about setting the mood.
His intention is clear when we hit the chorus. When Bruno and Anderson sing, “I’ma leave the door open“, it’s not about lack of security, they’re assuring the lady that they’re eagerly waiting for her arrival. They’re hoping she shares their feelings and will come through to spend a night of romance together.
Moving on, the seductive proposal continues. When he says, “If you smoke (what you smoke?) I got the haze (Purple Haze)“, he’s saying he’s ready to set a chill, laid-back atmosphere that the lady might enjoy. And “if you’re hungry, girl, I got fillets“, simply means he’s prepared to treat her to a nice meal too. All of this is to make her feel comfortable and wanted.
And oh wow, the words “kissing, cuddling, rose petals in the bathtub“, here Mars and .Paak are leaving no doubt about their intentions for an intimate and romantic evening. They’re promising an experience, not just a moment. Again, the chorus reinforces this with the open invitation, the open door as a symbol of readiness and desire.
Throughout the song, the “la-la-la, la-la-la-la” part is a classic musical way of conveying a mood of dreaminess, longing, or happiness – here, it’s definitely anticipation. At the end, when he says “Girl, I’m here just waiting for you, Come on over, I’ll adore you“, he couldn’t get more straightforward. He’s waiting, he’s ready, and he’s hoping she will arrive to share the romantic evening he’s laid out.
In conclusion, “Leave The Door Open” is a silky, smooth proposal for a romantic escapade. Mars and .Paak used clever lyrics to express anticipation, readiness, and a deep desire for a romantic encounter. And that’s what makes this song a steamy gem in their discography.
