"Leave The Door Open" by ATEEZ is a cover of the original song by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, and Silk Sonic. This interpretation will focus on the ATEEZ version. The song is about longing for someone's presence and offering them an open invitation to enter into a relationship or connect on a deeper level.
In the first verse, the members are expressing their curiosity about the person they are addressing. They question what the person is doing and where they are, hinting that they want to spend time together. The lyrics also mention the atmosphere, with the members sipping wine and feeling good about themselves, suggesting a desire to share these moments with someone special.
The pre-chorus emphasizes the sincerity of the members' feelings, stating that their words come straight from the heart. They also mention wanting to hold the person in their arms, indicating a desire for intimacy and closeness.
The chorus is the highlight of the song, where ATEEZ reassures the person that they are leaving the door open, both literally and metaphorically. It implies that they are ready and willing to welcome the person into their life and heart. They want the person to reciprocate their feelings and desires, indicating that the emotional connection is mutual.
In the second verse, Hongjoong continues to express his longing for the person. He mentions waiting for them and asks them to come in like a domino, suggesting that their presence will bring a chain reaction of excitement and happiness. He urges the person not to worry or hesitate, emphasizing his eagerness to see them.
The second pre-chorus, performed by San and Jongho, reinforces the earlier sentiment that their words and intentions are genuine. It underlines the desire to be physically close to the person and hold them in their arms.
The bridge and the final chorus, performed by Jongho and San, echo the earlier sentiments expressed throughout the song. They highlight the members' yearning and hope that the person shares the same feelings. The repetition of "La-la-la-la-la-la-la" emphasizes the emotional depth and longing they experience.
In the outro, all the members collectively ask the person to tell them that they are coming through, expressing their eagerness to connect and be together.
Overall, "Leave The Door Open" portrays a sense of longing, longing for someone's presence and the desire for a deeper connection. ATEEZ conveys their sincerity and openness to developing a romantic relationship with someone they deeply desire.