Bruno Mars, Anderson .paak, Silk Sonic - Leave The Door Open [official Video] May 2026

The Official Music Video , directed by Mars and Florent Déchard, is a "visual feast" that leans heavily into retro aesthetics.

“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 The Official Music Video , directed by Mars

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

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

: 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

“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

: 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