Crack the Shutters

Snow Patrol

About Crack the Shutters

"Crack the Shutters" is a song from alternative rock band Snow Patrol's fifth album A Hundred Million Suns. It was released as the follow-up single to "Take Back the City" on different dates in December 2008 depending on the region, and was the second single taken from the album. The lyrics were written by Gary Lightbody and the music was composed by Snow Patrol. The song was described by lyricist Lightbody as the purest love song he'd ever written. The single was received generally positively by music critics, the lyrics and vocals being praised in particular. The single was quite successful in the charts, charting in the Top 20 in the Netherlands. Though it also entered the Top 30 in Sweden and Germany, it topped the Billboard Triple A chart. "Crack the Shutters" is also the name of a photography exhibition held by Bradley Quinn which primarily featured his photos taken at Snow Patrol concerts. 


Year:
2008
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You cool your bed-warm hands down
On the broken radiator
And when you lay them freezing on me
I mumble, "Can you wake me later?"

But I don't really want you to stop
And you know it so it doesn't stop you
And run your hands from my neck to my chest

Crack the shutters open wide
I wanna bathe you in the light of day
And just watch you as the rays
Tangle up around your face and body

I could sit for hours
Finding new ways to be awed each minute
'Cause the daylight seems to want you
Just as much as I want you

It's been minutes, it's been days
It's been all I will remember
Happy lost in your hair
And the cold side of the pillow

Your hills and valleys
Are mapped by my intrepid fingers
And in a naked slumber
I dream all this again

Crack the shutters open wide
I wanna bathe you in the light of day
And just watch you as the rays
Tangle up around your face and body

I could sit for hours
Finding new ways to be awed each minute
'Cause the daylight seems to want you
Just as much as I want you

Crack the shutters open wide
I wanna bathe you in the light of day
And just watch you as the rays
Tangle up around your face and body

I could sit for hours
Finding new ways to be awed each minute
'Cause the daylight seems to want you
Just as much as I want you

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Snow Patrol

Snow Patrol are a British alternative rock band formed at the University of Dundee in 1994. The group comprises Gary Lightbody (vocals, guitar), Jonny Quinn (drums), Nathan Connolly (guitar, backing vocals), Paul Wilson (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Tom Simpson (keyboards). (piano, guitar, backing vocals). Initially an indie rock band, their first three records, the EP Starfighter Pilot (1997), and the studio albums Songs for Polarbears (1998) and When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up (2001), were commercially unsuccessful and were released by the independent labels Electric Honey and Jeepster respectively. The band then signed on to the major record label Polydor Records in 2002. more »

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Written by: GARY LIGHTBODY, JONATHAN GRAHAM QUINN, NATHAN CONNOLLY, PAUL WILSON, TOM SIMPSON

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Release Information
The song "Crack the Shutters" was released as the second single from the Snow Patrol's fifth studio album "A Hundred Million Suns" on December 1, 2008.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart. It also reached top 50 positions in several other countries including Ireland and the Netherlands.
Song Meaning
The song is about someone waking up next to the person they love and viewing them in the morning light.
Composition
It showcases Snow Patrol's typical soulful, rock sound, featuring emotive lyrics, a catchy melody and a rich, full-band finish.
Live Performances
"Crack the Shutters" has been performed by Snow Patrol in various live shows and concerts, affirming its popularity among fans.
Critical Reviews
The song received mixed reviews from music critics - some praised its melody and heartwarming lyrics while others criticized it for being too similar to other songs by the band.
Band's View
The song has been referred to by Snow Patrol’s lead vocalist, Gary Lightbody, as the purest love song he's ever written.
Inspiration
Lightbody reportedly wrote the song while being in Hawaii, which inspired the relatively happier tone of the song, as compared to most songs from their previous albums.
B-Side
The single also contained a B-side track "One Day Like This" which was originally performed by Elbow.
Music Video
The official music video was directed by Kevin Godley and shows a woman going about her daily activities while images of the band playing the song in various rooms appear on her walls, mirrors, etc.
Album Performance
"A Hundred Million Suns" where "Crack the Shutters" features debuted at the number 1 spot in the Irish Albums Chart and number 2 in the UK Albums Chart.
Other Covers
The song has been covered by several artists and bands over time, reflecting its enduring popularity.

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