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Wikipedia article




"'Close Another Door'" is a song written by Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb and recorded by the Bee Gees, initially on their 1967 album 'Bee Gees' 1st' and later as the B-side of "To Love Somebody".

The lead vocal was by Robin Gibb, joined by Barry Gibb on the chorus. This track was a rock number but near the end of the song, this track gets slower and featured the orchestral arrangement of Bill Shepherd.

Background



Along with "To Love Somebody" this track was not dated but was recorded around April 1967. It was recorded in Ryemuse Studios, London instead of IBC Studios. where the rest of the album was done.

The first verse was sung a cappella while a lengthy cadenza was sung after the last chorus.

The song concerns ageing and an old man in a nursing home.

Track listing



Personnel



* Robin Gibb lead vocals

* Barry Gibb acoustic guitar, backing vocals

* Maurice Gibb bass and acoustic guitar

* Vince Melouney electric guitar

* Colin Petersen drums

* Bill Shepherd orchestral arrangement

References



Category:Bee Gees songs

Category:Songs written by Barry Gibb

Category:Songs written by Robin Gibb

Category:Songs written by Maurice Gibb

Category:Song recordings produced by Robert Stigwood

Category:1967 songs

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