A polished rework released as a single following the massive global success of The Final Countdown . This version is the one most commonly associated with the Official Music Video . Lyrical Meaning
Directed by Jean Pellerin and Doug Freel, the 1988 music video was filmed in London, England. It contrasts high-energy band performance with atmospheric, industrial imagery: Europe – Open Your Heart Lyrics - Genius Europe - Open Your Heart (Official Video)
The chorus serves as a direct request for a partner to be emotionally honest ("Open your heart / Let me hear you") and to make a decision before the connection is permanently lost. Music Video (1988 Version) A polished rework released as a single following