Locked Out of Heaven

Bruno Mars

About Locked Out of Heaven

"Locked Out of Heaven" is a song by American singer and songwriter Bruno Mars from his second studio album, Unorthodox Jukebox (2012). It was released as the lead single from the album on October 1, 2012. The song was written by Mars, Philip Lawrence and Ari Levine. It was produced by The Smeezingtons, Mark Ronson, Jeff Bhasker and Emile Haynie. "Locked Out of Heaven" is a reggae rock and pop rock song influenced by new wave and funk. The song's lyrics are about the rapturous feelings brought about by a relationship infused with positive emotion as well as euphoria from sex. "Locked Out of Heaven" was well received by most critics, some of whom complimented Mars' different musical direction. His vocals were compared to the ones by Sting, while its sound was lauded, with the song being called "interesting" and a "musical evolution". While some critics noted influences from various bands, Mars stated that The Police were the ones who influenced him the most to write the song. The single charted inside the top ten in over twenty countries, including the United States, where it became Mars' fourth number one single on the Billboard Hot 100, holding the spot for six consecutive weeks, and topping the Canadian Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks. "Locked Out of Heaven" was certified seven times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). 


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2012
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Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!
Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!

Never had much faith in love or miracles (miracles) uh!
Never wanna put my heart on the line, uh!
But swimming in your water is something spiritual (spiritual) uh!
I'm born again every time you spend the night, uh!

'Cause your sex takes me to paradise
Yeah your sex takes me to paradise
And it shows, yeah, yeah, yeah
'Cause you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long
Yeah you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long

Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!
Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!

You bring me to my knees
You make me testify, uh!
You can make a sinner change his ways, uh!
Open up your gates 'cause I can't wait to see the light, uh!
And right there is where I wanna stay, uh!

'Cause your sex takes me to paradise
Yeah your sex takes me to paradise
And it shows, yeah, yeah, yeah
'Cause you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long
Yeah you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long

Oh oh oh oh, yeah, yeah, yeah
Can I just stay here?
Spend the rest of my days here?
Oh oh oh oh, yeah, yeah, yeah
Can't I just stay here?
Spend the rest of my days here?

'Cause you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long
Yeah you make me feel like, I've been locked out of heaven
For too long, for too long

Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!
Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah yeah yeah, uh!

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Bruno Mars

Peter Gene Hernández (born October 8, 1985), better known by his stage name Bruno Mars, is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii by a family of musicians, Mars began making music at a young age. He performed in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood. He graduated from high school and then moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue a musical career. Mars produced songs for other artists, joining production team The Smeezingtons. more »

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Written by: Ari Levine, Bruno Mars, Peter Gene Hernandez, Philip Lawrence

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Artist Background
"Locked Out of Heaven" is a song by American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer Bruno Mars. Mars is recognized for his versatile styles in music that crosses the genres of pop, R&B, funk, soul, reggae, hip hop, and rock.
Album Information
The song was included in Bruno Mars' second studio album, "Unorthodox Jukebox," released in 2012.
Song Composition
"Locked Out of Heaven" has been noted for its striking resemblance to the work of the rock band The Police. It is a pop, reggae rock, and R&B song with elements of new wave.
Production
Mars wrote, produced, and recorded the song together with his production team, The Smeezingtons, which also comprises Philip Lawrence and Ari Levine. Mark Ronson, Jeff Bhasker, and Emile Haynie also contributed as co-producers.
Chart Performance
It was a commercial success, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive weeks and reaching the top ten in 20 countries, including the United Kingdom and Canada.
Awards and Nominations
The song earned two Grammy nominations for Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by Cameron Duddy and Mars himself. It captures a retro-themed party scene where Mars and his band perform the song.
Record Sales
It was certified 6x times Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Duration
The runtime of the song is approximately 3:53 minutes.
Unique Song Making
Mars admitted that creating "Locked Out of Heaven" was a musical challenge, as it took several months to write and produce it.
Critical Response
Critics have praised the song for Mars' impressive vocal performance, catchy chorus, and the song's unique mix of reggae, pop, and soul elements.
Live Performances
He performed "Locked Out of Heaven" on several occasions, notably at the 2013 Super Bowl halftime show, which is one of the most-watched events on television.
Influence
Despite the unintentional similarities to The Police's music, both Sting and Andy Summers from the band have praised Mars' song for its tribute to their signature sound.
Lyrics Themes
The song deals with the feelings of lust and desire, with Mars expressing how he feels like he has been "locked out of heaven" when he is not with the woman he loves.

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