Bruno Mars, Anderson .paak, Silk Sonic - Leave The Door Open [official Video] Guide

“The Mars/.Paak collaboration project shows again why they are individually revolutionary, but perhaps why their collaborative effort is not... The album is just… good.” The Vanderbilt Hustler · 4 years ago REVIEW: 'Leave the Door Open' by Silk Sonic - In The Loop

The song is a "masterclass in classic R&B," characterized by its seamless vocal interplay and sophisticated production. “The Mars/

: The "no-frills" approach captures the band’s unbridled happiness and infectious energy, making the viewer feel as if they are being personally serenaded. Critical Perspectives Critical Perspectives Not everyone was entirely won over

Not everyone was entirely won over by the retro focus. While most reviews were glowing, some critics offered more nuanced takes: even with Bruno's proclivity for roleplay

“Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak work really well together, exhibiting a chemistry so effortlessly natural that, even with Bruno's proclivity for roleplay, you can't just fake.” WordPress.com · 5 years ago

“Though Bruno Mars' last album (24K Magic) was released in 2016, it felt like a Disneyland recreation of 1986... "Leave the Door Open" turns '70s soul into a costume drama, without the drama.” Pitchfork · 5 years ago