"Waiting for the Sun" is the third studio album by the American rock band the Doors, released on July 3, 1968, by Elektra Records. The album's eleven tracks were recorded between late 1967 and May 1968, primarily at TTG Studios in Los Angeles. It became the band's only album to reach number one on the Billboard 200, holding the top position for four weeks. It includes the Doors' second number one single in the United States, "Hello, I Love You". The first single released from the album, "The Unknown Soldier", peaked at number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album also marked the band’s first commercial success in the United Kingdom, where it reached number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Unlike their first two albums, which featured material composed prior to their recording careers, the Doors began developing new songs for "Waiting for the Sun" in late 1967. The band faced creative difficulties during this period, which drummer John Densmore later referred to as the "third album syndrome", citing a lack of strong new material. The recording sessions were further complicated by lead singer Jim Morrison’s increasing struggles with alcoholism. Upon its release, the album received mixed reviews. Some critics took issue with its stylistic variety and perceived inconsistency in songwriting. Over time, however, it has been re-evaluated more favourably, with recognition for its more subdued tone and exploration of different musical styles. In 2018, to commemorate the album’s 50th anni