Say baby, say baby, say baby
What you doin’? (What you doin’?)
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Oh, you got plans? (You got plans?)
Don’t say that (Shut yo’ trap)
I’m sippin’ wine (Sip, sip)
In a robe (Drip, drip)
I look too good (Look too good)
To be alone (Woohoo)
My house clean, uh (House clean)
My pool warm (Pool warm)
Just shaved (Smooth like a newborn)
We should be dancing, romancing, in the east wing
And the west wing of this mansion, what’s happenin’?
I ain’t playin’ no games, every word
That I say is coming straight from the heart, uh
So if you tryna lay in these arms
I’ma leave the door open
(I’ma leave the door open)
I’ma leave the door open, girl
(I’ma leave the door open, hopin’)
That you feel the way I feel
And you want me like I want you tonight, baby
Tell me that you’re coming through
Ooh, you’re so sweet (So sweet)
So tight (So tight)
I won’t bite (Uh-huh)
Unless you like (Unless you like)
If you smoke (What you smoke?)
I got the haze (Purple haze)
And if you’re hungry, girl I got filets (Wohoo)
Ooh baby, don’t keep me (Waiting)
There’s so much love we could be making (Shamon)
I’m talking kissing
Cuddling
Rose petals in the bathtub, girl let’s jump in
It’s bubblin’
I ain’t playin’ no games, every word
That I say is coming straight from the heart, uh
So
(If you tryna lay in these arms)
If ya’
Tryna
Lay in these arms
I’ma leave the door open
(I’ma leave the door open)
I’ma leave the door open, girl
(I’ma leave the door open, hopin’)
Ooh-ooh
That you feel the way I feel
And you want me like I want you tonight, baby
Tell me that you’re coming through
(C’mon girl)
La, la, la, la-la-la-la
I need you baby
La, la, la, la-la-la-la
I got to see you baby
La, la, la, la-la-la-la
Girl, I’m tryna give you this
Ah
Hey, hey
I’ma leave my door open, baby
(I’ma leave the door open)
I’ma leave
I’ma leave my door open, girl
(I’ma leave the door open, hopin’)
And I’m hopin’
Hopin’, that you feel the way I feel
And you want me like I want you tonight, baby
Tell me that you’re coming through, woo
(La, la, la, la-la-la-la)
Tell me
(Tell me that you’re coming through)
Woo, woo-woo, woo, woo-woo, woo, woo-woo
Woo, woo-woo, woo, woo-woo, woo, woo-woo
(La, la, la, la-la-la-la)
La, la, la, la-la
(Tell me that you’re coming through)
Girl, I’m here just waiting for you (Ay)
Come on over, I’ll adore you (Girl, gotta know)
(La, la, la, la-la-la-la)
I’m waiting, waiting, waiting for you
(Tell me that you’re coming through)
Girl, I’m here just waiting for you
Come on over, I’ll adore you
Inviting Romance: A Modern Soul Serenade
“Leave The Door Open” by Bruno Mars is a heartfelt invitation to intimacy, wrapped in lush retro-soul production. The lyrics showcase vulnerability and eagerness, as the protagonist creates the perfect atmosphere—clean house, warm pool, and an open invitation—to woo a lover. The repeated promise to “leave the door open” is both literal and metaphorical, symbolizing openness to love and connection. The playful exchanges and sultry details evoke a sense of genuine anticipation and desire, making the song both relatable and irresistible.
Longing and Assurance
Throughout the track, there’s a gentle insistence and warmth. Bruno Mars expresses his feelings directly, hoping his affection is reciprocated. The song’s groove and affectionate lyrics conjure images of classic R&B, while the modern twist makes it feel fresh and relevant for today’s listeners.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Christopher Brody Brown, Dernst Emile II
- Release Year: 2021
- Label: Aftermath Entertainment, Atlantic Records, and Silk Sonic