Open Your Eyes

Snow Patrol

About Open Your Eyes

"Open Your Eyes" is a song by the alternative rock band Snow Patrol. It has been released as the fifth single in total from the 2006 album Eyes Open. The song was released on 12 February 2007.


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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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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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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.
Album Release
The 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.
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.
Music Video
The 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.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by lead vocalist Gary Lightbody's experience moving from Northern Ireland to Scotland and his subsequent homesickness.
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.
Recognition
In a 2014 NME poll, readers voted "Open Your Eyes" as the 33rd greatest indie anthem ever.
Cover Variations
Renowned British artist Leona Lewis covered "Open Your Eyes" during her show in July 2013 at Gary Lightbody's request.
Distinctive Sound
The song is recognized for its soaring, anthemic chorus and profoundly heartfelt lyrics, making it a favorite among fans.
Single Release
Despite 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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