Close Another Door

Bee Gees

About Close Another Door

"Close Another Door" is a song written by Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb and recorded by the Bee Gees, initially on their 1967 album Bee Gees' 1st and later as the B-side of "To Love Somebody".. The lead vocal was by Robin Gibb, joined by Barry Gibb on the chorus. This track was a rock number but near the end of the song, this track gets slower and featured the orchestral arrangement of Bill Shepherd.


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Many years have passed, it seems, 
And I am all alone. 
I've sent the children far away 
To some obscure unknown. 

[Chorus: x2]
It's so sad, 
So sad. 
Close another door. 
Listen to my eyes. 
Close another door. 
You're much too old to work, 
So won't you run away? 

When I was young, I used to say 
That age won't bother me. 
The life I had was very sad, 
It all went out to sea 

[Chorus]

And though the sun is in outside, 
The rain is in my hair. 
Now my life is lived inside, 
(Now all my life is mystified)
My home is in my chair. 

[Chorus]

Let me go. 
Send me flowers and 
Put me on a plane. 
I've paid before, 

So I've been told 
At least I'm alive 

I may be old but I've been told at least I'm still alive 
Fly me young, fly, and tomorrow, yeah 
Get me up 
I been working so, so very hard

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Bee Gees

The Bee Gees were a musical group founded in 1958. The group's line-up consisted of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb. The trio were successful for most of their decades of recording music, but they had two distinct periods of exceptional success: as a pop act in the late 1960s/early 1970s, and as prominent performers of the disco music era in the late 1970s. The group sang three-part tight harmonies that were instantly recognisable; Robin's clear vibrato lead was a hallmark of their earlier hits, while Barry's R&B falsetto became their signature sound during the late 1970s and 1980s. The brothers wrote all of their own hits, as well as writing and producing several major hits for other artists. more »

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Written by: BARRY GIBB, MAURICE ERNEST GIBB, ROBIN HUGH GIBB

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Close Another Door" is a song by the British pop group Bee Gees. The song was included in their debut international studio album, "Bee Gees' 1st" which was released in 1967.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Close Another Door" were inspired by the band's feelings of alienation after moving from their homeland, Australia, to England.
Album Performance
The album "Bee Gees' 1st" peaked at No. 7 on the UK's Official Charts Company and it was named one of the Top Albums of the Year for 1967 by NME magazine.
Psychedelic Pop
The song, along with the rest of the album, is indicative of the Bee Gees' early sound, which was heavily influenced by the psychedelic pop that was popular at the time.
Favourable Reception
Though initially "Close Another Door" wasn’t released as a single, it has over time become a favourite among fans and critics due to its heartfelt lyrics and the band's vocal harmonies.
Group Members
The group at the time of recording "Close Another Door" consisted of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb who were all integral in writing the songs and providing the harmonious vocals that the Bee Gees became renowned for.
Cultural Significance
"Close Another Door" may be seen as a representation of the broader societal sentiment during the late 1960s, echoing feelings of change, evolution, and the closing of one era to begin another.
Uniqueness
This song showcases the unique blend of the brothers' vocal harmonies and their penchant for poignant lyrics, highlighting why the Bee Gees would rise to become one of the best-selling music groups of all time.
Noted Instrumentation
"Close Another Door" exhibits the early experimentation with varied instruments noticeable in Bee Gees' music, featuring an orchestral arrangement including horns and strings.
Track Order
The song is the final track on Bee Gees' 1st, effectively serving as the album's close. Its position enhances its theme - as one door closes, another opens, symbolizing an end but also a beginning, emulating the band's own journey during that period.

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