Open Your Heart
Europe · Definitive Collection [2010]
I don't know just what to do
Am I happy today, am I lonely tomorrow
Everything depends on you
And I've been waitin'
For the angels to knock on my door
I've been hopin'
That everything could be like before
Open your heart and tell me what's wrong
Why can't you talk like you used to do before
I don't know if I'm weak, I don't know if I'm strong
Hey girl I can't cope anymore
And I've been waitin'...
Open your heart, let me hear you
Make up your mind, I want to hear you call
Open your heart, want to come near you
Make up your mind, before we lose it all
Maybe that time has its own way of healin'
Maybe it dries the tears in your eyes
But never changes the way that I'm feelin'
Only you can answer my cries
And I've been waitin'...
Open your heart, let me hear you...
Open Your Heart
Europe's "Open Your Heart" stands as a defining anthem of the new wave of British heavy metal, blending hard rock energy with melodic sensibilities that captivated audiences in the early 1980s. Originally released on the band's debut album, the track became a staple of their live performances, often reimagined with greater intensity over the decades. The song exemplifies the genre's characteristic fusion of aggressive guitar riffs and soaring vocals, establishing a template for power ballads that would influence countless subsequent rock acts. Its enduring popularity ensures it remains a cornerstone of the band's catalog, frequently featured in compilations and live recordings that highlight their evolution from their initial punk-influenced sound to a more polished, arena-ready style.