Hands Open
Snow Patrol
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It's hard to argue when you won't stop making sense But my tongue still misbehaves and it keeps digging my own grave with my Hands open, and my eyes open I just keep hoping That your heart opens Why would I sabotage The best thing that I have Well, it makes it easier to know Exactly what I want with my Hands open and my eyes open I just keep hoping that your heart opens It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy Put Sufjan Stevens on and we'll play your favorite song "Chicago" bursts to life and your sweet smile remembers you, my Hands open, and my eyes open I just keep hoping That your heart opens It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy It's not as easy as willing it all to be right Gotta be more than hoping it's right I wanna hear you laugh like you really mean it Collapse into me, tired with joy
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Written by: Nathan Connolly, Gary Lightbody, Jonny Quinn, Tom Simpson, Paul Wilson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Hands Open" is a song by Northern Irish-Scottish rock band Snow Patrol. It was released in 2006 as part of the band's fourth studio album, "Eyes Open."
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Hands Open" still managed to chart in several countries. It reached number 21 on the US Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
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Music VideoThe song features two music videos, both directed by American director Tony Petrossian. The first one was filmed in Canada, while the other was shot in the UK.
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Lyrics and CompositionThe song has been noted for its catchy, guitar-driven melody. The lyrics offer critical social commentary, with lead singer Gary Lightbody asking listeners to keep their "hands open" and be more understanding and accepting.
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Notable PerformancesDuring live performances, "Hands Open" is typically played with much vigor and energy, becoming one of the fan favorites at the band's concerts.
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Celebrity EndorsementIn 2006, the song was used in a marketing campaign for the University of Phoenix. Also, it was used as the official theme song for the second season of the popular Canadian TV series, "Whistler."
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Song ReceptionAmong critics, "Hands Open" generally received positive reviews for its melody and lyrics, although some critics felt it was familiar terrain for the band.
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Featured in MediaThe song was used in American television drama series "ER" and "Grey’s Anatomy," which helped to further popularize the track.
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Backing VocalsThe female backing vocals in the song were provided by American singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright, who also collaborated with the band on other tracks in the "Eyes Open" album.
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Behind the TitleIn several interviews, the band explained that the phrase "hands open" serves as a reminder to stay open and receptive to the world, a theme that resonates throughout the song.
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