Open Your Eyes
Snow Patrol
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All this feels strange and untrue And I won't waste a minute without you My bones ache, my skin feels cold And I'm getting so tired and so old The anger swells in my guts And I won't feel these slices and cuts I want so much to open your eyes 'Cause I need you to look into mine Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Get up, get out, get away from these liars 'Cause they don't get your soul or your fire Take my hand, knot your fingers through mine And we'll walk from this dark room for the last time Every minute from this minute now We can do what we like anywhere I want so much to open your eyes 'Cause I need you to look into mine Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes Tell me that you'll open your eyes All this feels strange and untrue And I won't waste a minute without you
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Written by: Gary Lightbody, Jonathan Graham Quinn, Nathan Connolly, Paul Wilson, Tom Simpson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Open Your Eyes" is a song by Northern Irish-Scottish rock band Snow Patrol. The band, originally formed in 1994, garnered worldwide fame with this song. The group, which includes Gary Lightbody, Nathan Connolly, Paul Wilson, Johnny Quinn, and Jonny McDaid, has enjoyed international success with "Open Your Eyes" contributing significantly.
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Album ReleaseThe song "Open Your Eyes" is from their fourth studio album, "Eyes Open," released in the UK by Polydor Records in 2006. This album became the UK’s best-selling album of that year.
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Chart Performance"Open Your Eyes" peaked at number 26 on the UK Singles Chart and number 25 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in the United States.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Open Your Eyes" consists of a continuous shot taken from the front of a car driving through Paris, something that has attracted attention for its simplicity and effect.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by lead vocalist Gary Lightbody's experience moving from Northern Ireland to Scotland and his subsequent homesickness.
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Popularity in Media"Open Your Eyes" has appeared in various TV shows and movies including: "The Office (US)" in the season 3 episode "Business School" and "Grey's Anatomy" in the season 3 episode "Some Kind of Miracle", enhancing the song's popularity.
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RecognitionIn a 2014 NME poll, readers voted "Open Your Eyes" as the 33rd greatest indie anthem ever.
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Cover VariationsRenowned British artist Leona Lewis covered "Open Your Eyes" during her show in July 2013 at Gary Lightbody's request.
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Distinctive SoundThe song is recognized for its soaring, anthemic chorus and profoundly heartfelt lyrics, making it a favorite among fans.
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Single ReleaseDespite being released as a single in 2007, the song continues to receive significant radio play and is considered one of Snow Patrol's signature songs.
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