Open the Door
Magnapop
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Everything is good these days But all of my friends are dying Davy may and Lisa may But nobody else really wants to stay Nobody else really wants to stay I said Open The Door Open The Door I can't stay here anymore Open The Door Open The Door Candle light the streets at night Thinking you're wrong but you know that you're right Thinking you're wrong but you know you're alright I said Open The Door Open The Door I can't stay here anymore Open The Door Open The Door Everything is good these days But all of my friends are dying Careful when you say goodbye Careful stays and careless dies But careless is and careful tries Open The Door Open The Door I can't stay here anymore Open The Door Open The Door Open The Door Open The Door I can't stay here anymore Open The Door Open The Door
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Written by: LORI MCKENNA, LIZ ROSE, CAITLYN SMITH
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Band History"Open the Door" is performed by the Atlanta-based alternative rock band Magnapop which was formed in 1989. The band was composed of Linda Hopper as lead vocalist, Ruthie Morris on guitar, Shannon Mulvaney on bass, and David McNair on drums.
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Album ReportThe song "Open the Door" is from the band's self-titled album, "Magnapop," which was released in 1992.
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GenreThe song is classified under the alternative rock genre, characterized by its guitar-based sound and pop sensibilities.
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Musical Style"Open the Door" is known for its typical Magnapop sound: melodic, pop-infused punk with jangly guitars and distinctive female vocals.
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ProductionThe track was produced by Michael Stipe, the lead vocalist of R.E.M. His involvement greatly contributed to the public recognition of Magnapop.
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Critical ReceptionThe song and its parent album received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the energy and catchy melodies.
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SuccessThe song helped Magnapop gain more visibility in the music scene. Despite being an independent band, they managed to attract a significant following and performed at Lollapalooza in 1994.
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Associated ActWhile not a commercial hit per se, "Open the Door" made Magnapop one of the notable bands of the '90s alternative rock scene, sharing the stage with acts such as R.E.M. and The Smashing Pumpkins.
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InfluenceThe song and the band's overall sound influenced many female-fronted rock bands of the '90s and beyond, establishing themselves as pioneers for women in rock music.
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Song Theme"Open the Door" is known for its upbeat melody and somewhat ambiguous lyrics, which could be interpreted as a call for openness and personal change.
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LegacyEven though Magnapop never achieved huge commercial success, they were critically admired and the track "Open The Door," considered as one of their signature songs, still holds up as a testament to their talent and their contribution to '90s alternative rock.
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Re-release"Magnapop" album, which includes "Open the Door," was re-released in 2005 by the indie label Play It Again Sam.
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