Honey (Open That Door)
Ricky Skaggs
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[Chorus] Honey, Honey Honey won't you open that door This is your sweet daddy don't you love me no more? It's cold outside let me sleep on the floor Honey won't you open that door I honky-tonked around Dallas Got in a poker game Somebody must've been a-cheatin' I lost everything but my name Well I walked halfway to memphis Finally got back home I'd have been better off where I was 'Cause here's where things went wrong [Chorus] I went downtown to see 'ol bob Thought he was my friend The landlord said that bob's not here "The Police done hauled him in!" I ran right back to little honey's house I got me a rockin' chair "now honey if you don't open that door I'm gonna rock on away from here" [Chorus] Honey (Honey) Honey (Honey) Honey (Honey) Honey (Honey) Honey won't you open that door?
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12 facts about this song
Genre ClassificationThe song "Honey (Open That Door)" is classified under the bluegrass and country genres.
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Album BriefThe track is part of Ricky Skaggs' album "Don't Cheat in Our Hometown" which was released in 1983 by Epic Records.
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Chart Performance"Honey (Open That Door)" is a popular single and has initiated a noteworthy chart performance, as it reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1984.
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Cover VersionThe song is actually a cover version of an original by Mel Tillis. Ricky Skaggs' version is more popular, especially among fans of Country music.
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Fiddle FeatureThe song features the use of the fiddle, which brings out the bluegrass feel in the song and showcases Skaggs' mastery of the instrument.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Honey (Open That Door)" is quite entertaining, featuring a humorous storyline about a man who desperately wants his woman to open the door.
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Signature SongsThe song is considered one of Ricky Skaggs' signature tunes.
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Backup VocalsSharon White, who is Skaggs's wife, provides the backup vocals on this track.
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Grammy RecognitionRicky Skaggs is a multiple Grammy Award winner, and while "Honey (Open That Door)" did not win any, it was part of the body of work that showcased Skaggs's contribution to country music and subsequently his recognition at the Grammys.
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Career Peak"Honey (Open That Door)" is from the period when Skaggs was at his commercial peak, releasing a series of number one hits in the 1980s.
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Personal TidbitIn concerts, Skaggs often introduces the song by saying that it was inspired by his experiences on the road and being away from his wife while touring.
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Live PerformancesThe song consistently gets a strong reaction in Skaggs' live shows, with crowds often singing along.
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