Pete Townshend - Let My Love Open The Door - 8/7/1993 - Brooklyn Academy of Music (Official)

Pete Townshend - Let My Love Open The Door
Recorded Live: 8/7/1993 - Brooklyn Academy of Music - Brooklyn, NY
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Personnel:
Pete Townshend (vocals, guitar)
Andy Fairweather Low (guitar)
Phil Palmer (guitar)
John 'Rabbit' Bundrick (organ)
Pino Palladino (bass)
Simon Phillips (drums)
Peter Hope-Evans (harmonica)
Billy Nicholls (backing vocals)
Katie Kissoon (backing vocals)

[@bennyblanko3]

Simon Philips - perfect!

[@allbottledup9513]

I always admired how Pete managed to be one of the best rockers of all time, and then he managed to come up with one of the best pop albums ever. Man has insane musical range and talent.

[@davidpunchard140]

Sometimes I think he represents rock & roll more than anyone!!

[@allbottledup9513]

@@davidpunchard140 Agreed. Pete Townshend was possibly the best ever to grace rock, and certainly the best example for what rock is and could be. Rock n’ roll into its finest.

[@jamesscully4714]

So true!

[@johnnysays9629]

Sure, forget about him being a pedophile.

[@DarthSeanious]

Put the crack pipe down

[@lincoln3307]

As a teen in the 80's, we had awesome music! I remember hearing this song and being blown away. So, I sat patiently until it was played again so I could record it with my cassette player. YES! We made our own MIX tapes!!!!

[@joannecunliffe8067]

I love The Who songs like "Wont' get fooled again" and "Baba O'Riley" but this is just a fantastic pop song. I'm a computer and electronics girl and made my own MP3 doorbell - the chorus of this is one of my door chimes 🥰

[@Brewnoe]

Let milo open the door?

[@fendermcmarshall]

Yes we did ❤

[@shyloswick]

This is a great song

[@trprt77]

Without a doubt, this is the best version ever of this song. Pete's emotion just comes through the way he growls out some of the lyrics.

[@jenniferbeck2108]

If this isn't proof that he's been saved I don't know what is.... Positively Christian! :) GOD BLESS Pete!!! :) AMEN!! :)

[@49ccMopedWorld]

I prefer him doing this song at Jools Holland. But yes this version is okay.

[@rhymeocerous]

His version on Jools Holland is far better imho

[@carlhammill5774]

I agree. With him being older here I was not expecting that.

[@FudgeYeahLinusLAN]

Ironically, this live version is actually better produced than the original album version. They applied some sort of weird phase shifting on the bass guitar on the album which made it less punchy on regular speakers. Can't do that in live settings because live venues are essentially "mono". Centering the bass in the mid/side field really helps the song.

[@stevetroise4132]

One of the Best Songwriters in the 20th Century!!

[@bobbyb7979]

Steve Troise I agree! What great voice he has too.

[@mylesteller]

Agreed Pete was a master songwriter of the century

[@mrb7094]

Yeah. I absolutely agree.

[@pilialoha21]

Timeless, makes Adams project complete!

[@andreadorea6275]

the perfect song for such an awesome movie!!!

[@michellethomson7153]

Why i am here ♡

[@Wnine.xyz-]

perfect 💖🇧🇷

[@a.j.garrett9639]

AP brought me here

[@angelabrooks2127]

@@michellethomson7153 me too!😀

[@acdyman]

Released 1980. My life "magic time" (between 8th and 9th grade /born in 67). Thanks for a beautiful song to back up the great memories of my 'tween' life.

[@dystopian..]

‘63 here

[@LAVirgo67]

This song is the corner stone to one of the best weeks of my life during my early 20s. It involved living in a warehouse in Oakland, CA w/ a bunch of friends, a Who concert, a chef & my first love. Best memories ever!

[@AgentFlea]

+Dee Dee I know the feel.

[@brodieconnelly5329]

I have to hear this story if you do not mind sounds very interesting

[@robertk2007]

I heard this song was written about you😂

[@JohnGregoryGarza]

This song was used in so many tv shows movies and commercials from the 90s. This song rings in my ear to this day. Good times

[@arturovillalobos9068]

There is something special about Pete and this song. It takes you to a happy place.Love it.

[@robertneville8365]

Ive seen comments ,people saying Petes vocals are no good !! This version is brilliant -- this bloke gets better and better as he gets older !!

[@gideonlapidus8996]

Pete gets better with age

[@carolrademacher7002]

that’s crazy talk

[@mrb7094]

Great voice, great performance.

[@acdyman]

There are SO many artists with not-so-great voices but the songs still come out magical. Its about the whole package.

[@dragn1007]

They don't know Pete

[@Jamesdylandean]

Well, ....... I guess this is what happens, when you got a great song, a great singer and a killer band ...... music magic. Emotion from the knowledge that he has a terrific band behind him!!!

[@doctortommy]

What I like about Pete Townshend is that his solo work is so easily distinguishable from Who material. He has a true command of messaging and feel for a song, a band.

[@butterfly.933]

Just like Paul McCartney's work with his band Wings was quite distinguishable from the Beatles as well. Both excellent composers indeed.

[@cpzman5946]

Yes and he was always my favorite Who member. I love his voice in songs like Go To The Mirror Boy and Sunrise.

[@frommetoyou1981]

Well said. Love his solo stuff. All 4 albums from empty glass to psycoderelict are excellent.......

[@frommetoyou1981]

@@butterfly.933 well said.

[@MartiErtel]

Picked this for my wedding song!😊

[@ATXviIIIe]

There is no disputing that many of us really like Pete. My teenage self was a bit overzealous but Pete has left quite a mark

[@jimwelsh997]

PETE TOWNSHEND MUSICAL GENIUS nothing more to be said. Been listening to THE WHO and Pete Townshend for over 45 years and I will until I die but I have told my son's to put my who and Pete Townshend Albums in with me I am going to want to hear my music

[@YanksOnTop]

Timeless... This is one of those songs that stands the test of time..

[@annlongchamps8150]

Can never get enough of this gifted soul.♡♡♡♡♡

[@lallawmzuala3755]

From the times where Live performance is better than Studio version ♥️

[@robymalandrucco2332]

This song always cheers me up. Love this song.

[@BirdTrump3324]

Two best songwriters EVER Pete Townshend, Ian Anderson

[@chrissnape9537]

I love Pete always says he doesn't like performing but he does find it incredibly easy. I think with sodium pentathol you would find out he loves it and finds it incredibly easy . He is a master of his craft writing, arranging, performing and very giving, a true icon, even though he fibs about liking to perform

[@gatorfrank77]

The, best, ever! God Bless Pete Townshend! Truly my guitar hero inspiration! 🎸

[@ronprewoznik3566]

💕 Love the 80’s Pete.

[@rubenmechanic6328]

I grew up with the who hands down one of the best bands

[@davidjacobson1063]

This show was amazing, and I was there!!

[@JamesW81]

Not jealous. Much!

[@mitchellhughes5180]

Well in that case you would know.

[@williammarik6159]

What a great song ! The 'Empty Glass' LP. is a masterpiece.

[@aliyamoon80]

I loved him so much! He was a poet that spoke to my heart.

[@TimKiley-ze7yx]

Past tense is concerning

[@gato7908]

only true class acts sound even better live than recorded, and he's one of them

[@margaretgordy5390]

I was there right in the front row at Brooklyn Academy of Music ...Still there anyway anyhow anywhere! Pete is my 💜 💜💜....always .......

[@marthastephens2179]

Happy birthday Pete! I finally got to see you 2019 and 2022!

[@austinreednetwork]

Absolutely amazing!!! Wow I think I've had this on rewind for the last hour lol

[@declanroe5931]

A true Legend at work

[@Nuron666]

This is a really catchy song. Love it.

[@kcwestern]

Can’t get better than this!!!!

[@goodoz9942]

Pete.....should you come across this comment.....THANK YOU for thousands of hours of entertainment. YOU are one of my favorites of all time.

[@marthastephens2179]

Same here! He is brilliant!

[@Rockingruvin]

Pete forever!!!

[@richardburkholder220]

How can this possibly be even better? But it is. Thanks so much for putting it here.

[@YoungRuff-68]

Pete was a great part of The Who and awesome Solo

[@jeffglass7348]

Also the keyboard intro is classic Pete, he’s one of the great keyboardists in addition to everything else.

[@kristiannaline6067]

I love this video sooo much. You can see his passion for his music when he sings ❤😃

[@mrb7094]

You're so lucky you have have me around! Couldn't agree more Pete.

[@jeff7764]

Is it possible to ever get sick of this song?

[@richie1129]

I have great memories of this song, so much better live. My favourite version is the first Prince's Trust concert with Phil Collins on drums, Midge Ure on guitar and Mick Karn on bass (really unique sound) Pete's vocal was incredible. i recorded it on C60 cassette from the TV and played it until the tape broke a couple of years later. Well worth a listen if you can find it.

[@lilypagan4019]

Wow! What a beautiful song!🥰😇🙏💞💫💜

[@annlongchamps8150]

Townsend beautiful..genius Lyrically,musically..Love this great song.Thank you.☆♡~

[@alainsalemi6049]

Les anglais ont de la chance, ils ont le plus grand groupe de tous les temps

[@ivotaba]

Brilliant performance!

[@edkkk6166]

I love this song

[@MrJonathansmooth]

ONE OF THE BEST ROMANTIC SONGS EVER

[@jeffglass7348]

Pete’s vocals are so great on this

[@bmccaul01]

March 2022 - no more musicians left. All rap or hip hop. Love this song - The Who all the music of my generation - I am 71

[@michaelbruns449]

Mostly thanx to the sublime creative determination of a very few geniuses, who invented the astounding motion picture camera, around a hundred and thirty years ago, surely our greatest invention.

[@damilitantone]

As a kid growing up in the 1960s in DC, black folks were primarily focused on Motown and Stax records, but when the British invasion hit, it wasn't only about the Beatles, the Who made its mark, too. Pete Townsend had his respect and now he has reached legendary status. Hats off to one of the greatest to ever do it.

[@larryayres4592]

Incredible drummer! That is a hard song to play at speed.

[@jonroux9291]

Pete Townshend is rock and roll. He's the only one who can do justice to that song.

[@childofgodforever6614]

When people keep repeating That you'll never fall in love When everybody keeps retreating But you can't seem to get enough Let my love open the door Let my love open the door Let my love open the door To your heart (let my love open the door, ooh) (Let my love open the door) (Let my love open the door, ooh) (Let my love open the door) When everything feels all over Everybody seems unkind I'll give you a four-leaf clover Take all worry out of your mind Let my love open the door Let my love open the door Let my love open the door To your heart (let my love open the door, ooh) To your heart (let my love open the door, ooh) (Let my love open the door, ooh) (Let my love open the door, ooh) The only key to your heart That can stop you falling apart Try today, you'll find this way Come on and give me a chance to say Let my love open the door It's all I'm livin' for Release yourself from misery There's only one thing gonna set you free That's my love That's my love Let my love open the door (ooh) Let my love open the door (ooh) Let my love open the door (ooh) Let my love open the door When tragedy befalls you (ooh) Don't let it drag you down Love can cure your problems (ooh) You're so lucky I'm around Let my love open the door Let my love open the door Let my love open the door To your heart Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: Peter Dennis Townshend

[@scottboss64]

Best love version I've heardcsobfar

[@lorieandpatrickdavies7483]

Such a fantastic song, and this is a very, very good version of it. My only criticism is, its such a great song, I've always wished it was LONGER. Especially live, there is lots of opportunity to expand it. Always loved this song.

[@duncanmcpherson6578]

I never knew it what love what love was and here it is

[@newmike42]

Genius.

[@7403QCM]

This is what I refer to as a reverse prayer or Prayer in Reverse! A Word on a Wing as Bowie sang… Who’s Love Opens ‘THE DOOR’?? Knock and you shall find… This Man has led an amazing and Blessed Life. ❤️

[@mattlaamaim4797]

Fantastic as always pete🎸🎤👍

[@gregfloh7732]

He is much underrated, Pete was head of the Who on of the best bands ever.

[@breezyblessings3395]

Thank You, the show Grace & Frankie brought me here ! 💖✨💖✨💖 👏👏👏 🎶😎🎶😎🎶

[@luiggilrd8552]

The love song more rocker that have ever be performed!!

[@QuinnDewsbury]

He’s a musical genius

[@tomscott3]

indeed. should have more upvotes.

[@danieldougan269]

"You're so lucky I'm around." 😊

[@AQuietNight]

Excellent!

[@karynagibson05]

We love you Pete! ❤

[@twfelt]

My most favorite song in my life

[@matheuist]

One of the best songs I have LOVED.

[@JimWelsh-f6l]

Pete Townshend is a musical genius

[@marcfrancoisrouleau]

Quel immense artiste. Une allure incroyable. ILY Pete!

[@jesusbautistajr.9234]

Love this song ! Legend

[@Yoyorayiced]

One of the best songs ever

[@valagal]

have always loved this song!!!

[@yes2208]

The architectur of best album ever made WHOS NEXT

[@joshb7320]

Gold standard!❤

[@toicat]

Well done Pete !

[@junenalloja1900]

So beautiful SONG thankyou very much, 🌹🌺♥️🌸🌷❤️🌹🇺🇸😥😥😥

[@marcfrancoisrouleau]

Un des plus grands compositeurs, chanteurs, guitaristes, vivant en ce monde. Merci Pete! Du Québec. Canada.

[@chrisdwire5868]

perfection

[@markesquivelarvizu6942]

my fave solo album of all time

[@Kedbuka]

Uncle Pete's so cool. Very good performance.

[@igorstoliar8164]

If youre here in 2024, you are amazing.

[@dystopian..]

I’m in 2224

[@lefty2149]

Pete kinda looks like a college professor. “The Singing Professor”

[@mattiasgraff8162]

Still kickin

[@augustosposaro713]

Yo también!!!.Es que Pete es atemporal ​@@dystopian..

[@joeygarcia6647]

Yes I am

[@danaventura5998]

So great!

[@andersonhenrique1902]

Amo vê essa música nos filmes!!!!!!

[@mathiasuberreitter1685]

Fuckin.. awesome live performance from such a great musician. Really love it in 2024

[@alfonsomartinez7371]

Esta canción es mi nueva favorita, no pensé q fuera tan antigua

[@TokyoBlue587]

freaking legend

[@3Bernie]

A legend like your profile MONEY 4 NOTHIN

[@МаринаТумовская]

just amazing!

[@briantamsnaa]

Love It!! Lol... Let my love open the door......... to your heart... lol... Love It!!

[@gregorymccauley2472]

Beautiful!

[@mariomontanelli3110]

ogni cosa fai in musica è eccezzionale,sei il migliore

[@alanunseld4942]

simon on the drums 😎🥁

[@kurikokaleidoscope]

ほんとうにすばらしいですね ⚘

[@kathleenmaricle7264]

Favorite song !!

[@chrsfavel5506]

wonderful song lyrics! great words!