Bruno Mars, Anderson .paak, Silk Sonic - Leave The Door Open [official Video] «99% EASY»

Not everyone was entirely won over by the retro focus. While most reviews were glowing, some critics offered more nuanced takes:

: Every detail—from the tailored suits and silk shirts to the vintage microphones and velvet curtains—is meticulously crafted to evoke a classic soul revue. Not everyone was entirely won over by the retro focus

“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 "Leave the Door Open" turns '70s soul into

: While the lyrics are relatively simple and focused on seductive imagery (e.g., sipping wine in a robe), they are enhanced by "cascading rhymes" and a playful sense of humor that keeps the track lighthearted. Visual Style of the Official Video sipping wine in a robe)

: 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