Close the Door

Harold Melvin, Teddy Pendergrass

About Close the Door

"Close the Door" was a hit song for Teddy Pendergrass in 1978, written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. It was released from his second solo album, Life Is a Song Worth Singing. The song spent two weeks at number one on the R&B chart and peaked at number twenty-five on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100. It became a gold record. The string arrangement was written by the great arranger Belford "Sinky" Hendricks, who also arranged "Love T. K. O." In 2002, R&B/hip hop soul girl group 3LW sampled Close the Door for their song "Neva Get Enuf". Rapper Keith Murray sampled the track in his song, "Get Lifted" from his 1994 debut album, The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World. Mary J. Blige sampled the track in her song, "All Night Long" taken from her second album, My Life. Ayanda Jiya also sampled the track on her song "Go Go Girl". 


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2005
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Close the door
Let me give you what you've been waiting for 
Baby I got so much love to give
I want to give it all to you

Close the door
No need to worry no more
Let's bring this day to a pleasant end 
Girl it's me and you now
I've waited all day long just to hold you in my arms
And it's exactly like I thought it would be 
Me loving you and you loving me 

Close the door 
Let me rub your back where you say it's sore
Come on get closer 
So close to me
Let's get lost in each other
Come here baby

I've waited all day long just to hold you in my arms
And it's exactly like I thought it would be 
Me loving you and you loving me 

Close the door baby 
And let me know you're mine
Plenty good lovin' all through the night 
And then again and then again 
When the morning comes

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Teddy Pendergrass

Theodore DeReese "Teddy" Pendergrass (March 26, 1950 – January 13, 2010) was an American R&B/soul singer and songwriter. Pendergrass first rose to fame as lead singer of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes in the 1970s before a successful solo career at the end of the decade. In 1982, he was severely injured in an auto accident in Philadelphia, resulting in his being paralyzed from the waist down. After his injury, he founded the Teddy Pendergrass Alliance, a foundation that helps those with spinal cord injuries. Pendergrass commemorated 25 years of living after his spinal cord injury with star filled event, 'Teddy 25 - A Celebration of Life' at Philadelphia's Kimmel Center. His last performance was on a PBS special at Atlantic City's Borgata Casino in Nov… more »

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Written by: Leon Huff, Kenny Gamble

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10 facts about this song

Release and Chart Success
"Close the Door" is one of Teddy Pendergrass's most successful singles. It was released in 1978 as part of his second solo album 'Life Is a Song Worth Singing.' The song peaked at number one on American music charts, specifically the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart.
Genre and Styling
Classified under the genre of R&B and soul, the song showcases Pendergrass's baritone vocals, which were a major factor in his popularity. It has been described as a smooth, seductive, and romantic ballad.
Lyrics and Theme
The song's lyrics are about a couple's intimate evening together. Pendergrass, through his heart-warming voice, invites his lover to close the door and enjoy a romantic and intimate moment together.
Song Length
With a total official length of 5 minutes and 26 seconds, "Close the Door" is a mid-longht track. This expanded length is characteristic of many soul and R&B songs of the era, which often feature instrumental breaks and extended outros.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, well-known American songwriters who helped shape the sound of Philadelphia soul in the 1970s. They were also co-founders of the Philadelphia International Records label.
Music Video
The music video for "Close the Door" further underscores its romantic theme, and it represented a unique use of video storytelling for the period.
Legacy
"Close the Door" is often heralded as one of Pendergrass's signature songs, and it played a significant role in establishing his status as a leading man in soul music.
Live Performances
The song has been a staple in Pendergrass's live performances, often inciting even more fervor in a live, intimate setting. In many concerts, it was often left till last, leaving the audience on a high note.
Covers and Samples
Various artists have sampled, remixed, or covered "Close the Door" over the years. This fact further manifests the enduring popularity and influence the song has had over subsequent generations.
Awards and Accolades
Due to its success and influence in 1978, Pendergrass received an American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist, underlining the song's impact.

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