Close Your Eyes
The Five Keys
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Close your eyes (close your eyes) Take a deep breath Open your heart (open you heart) And whisper (I love you, I love you, I love you) Tell me you love me (you love me) Tell me you love me (you love me) You love me (you love me, you love me) Hold me tight (hold me tight) Don't say goodnight (don't say goodnight) We have time (lots of time) Everything alright (thing's gonna be alright) Hold me darling (never let me go) Darling and tell me (and tell me) You love me (you love me, you love me, you love me) No, no, no (no, no, no) Even though (even though) This is not the way I want it to be But if you (but if you) Got to pretend (must pretend) That's alright with me (Oh oh) Close your eyes (close your eyes) Take a deep breath Open your heart (open your heart) And whisper (I love you, I love you, I love you) Tell me you love me (you love me) Tell me you love me (you love me) You love me (Oh I love you darling with all my heart and soul)
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Written by: Chuck Willis
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13 facts about this song
Era Classification"Close Your Eyes" by The Five Keys was a hit in the 1950s, a vibrant period in the history of pop, R&B, and rock and roll music.
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Genre ClassificationThis song is typically classified as rhythm and blues, and doo-wop, showcasing the characteristic harmonic vocals and upbeat rhythm of these genres.
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Chart PerformanceIt climbed to number 5 on the Billboard R&B chart and held a spot for 14 weeks, demonstrating its popularity during that time.
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Group MembersThe song was performed by the Five Keys, consisting of Rudy West, Dickie Smith, Maryland Pierce, Ripley Ingram, and Thomas 'Rabbitt' Threatt.
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Classic LineupThe song "Close Your Eyes" was recorded when the band was at peak lineup with Rudy West and Maryland Pierce leading vocals, marking a significant transition for the group.
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InfluenceThe song contributed to shaping the doo-wop subgenre of rhythm and blues and was particularly popular among teenage audiences, influencing future musicians in these genres.
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RecognitionIn 2002, the Five Keys were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, recognizing their contribution to music, including their hit, "Close Your Eyes."
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Music CompositionThis song features a mix of a mellow and sweet melody with harmony, typical of ballads from the 1950s.
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Record Company"Close Your Eyes" was released on Aladdin Records, a record label well-known for its rhythm and blues and rock and roll music.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, many artists across the world have covered "Close Your Eyes," proving its enduring appeal in pop culture; these include artists like Peaches and Herb and Freddy Fender.
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ReissueThe song was reissued numerous times over the years on various collectible labels, a testament to its timeless popularity.
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Critical AcclamationMany music critics regard "Close Your Eyes" as a classic example of doo-wop and rhythm and blues, speaking to the Five Keys' significant influence on the genres.
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Popularity among MusiciansOver the decades, many musicians have named "Close Your Eyes" as a significant influence on their music, citing its harmonies, rhythms, and lyrics.
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