: The "jittery" verses and choppy guitar riffs are a direct nod to new wave classics like "Roxanne".
When Bruno Mars dropped in late 2012, it didn't just climb the charts—it hijacked the airwaves and signaled a massive shift in his musical identity. Moving away from the soft-hearted crooner vibes of his debut, this lead single from Unorthodox Jukebox was raw, punchy, and unapologetically retro. 1. A Sonic Homage to The Police Bruno Mars – Locked Out Of Heaven
The Evolution of a Modern Classic: Bruno Mars’ “Locked Out Of Heaven” : The "jittery" verses and choppy guitar riffs