Who Needs Enemies
The Cooper Temple Clause
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My oh my, I'm seeing the potential Lets just see what we can do First we'll take you down back to the meathouse And then you'll hold their hands again I know tricks that you could only dream of Looks like it's your lucky day A killer key change Is all you'll ever need But who needs enemies When you've got friends Now your hands are tied And who needs accidents When you've got me Now I'm on your side Now let's try and teach you how to mingle Then we'll teach you how to kill Lies will always be your best of best friends Never be alone again A killer key change Is all you'll ever need All these animals That you call friends Now they're on their knees Man, you tricked 'em all You played the fool So damn easy to please I made my name in function rooms And drifting through the walls Come on let me teach you boy Teach you 'bout it all All these animals That you call friends Now they're on their knees Man, you tricked 'em all You played the fool So damn easy to please
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Written by: BURT F BACHARACH, THOMAS RHYS BELLAMY, GAUTREY BENEDICT MARTXEL, DAVID HAL, DANIEL FRANK FISHER, DAVID JONATHAN HAMMOND, JONATHAN DANIEL HARPER, KIERAN JAMES MAHON, Benedict Gautrey, Burt Bacharach, Daniel Fisher, David Hammond, Hal David, Jonathan Harper, Kieran Mahon, Thomas Bellamy
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12 facts about this song
Band Formation"The Cooper Temple Clause" is a British alternative rock band that was formed in 1999. They released the track "Who Needs Enemies?" as part of their album "See This Through and Leave."
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Debut AlbumThe song "Who Needs Enemies?" was featured on the band's debut album "See This Through and Leave" which was released in 2002.
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Music VideoThe group produced a music video for "Who Needs Enemies?" directed by Brian Cannon. The video features the band performing the song in various settings, contributing to its popularity.
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Song RankingsThe song reached number 33 on the UK Singles Chart in December 2002. It was one of the most successful singles from the band.
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InfluencesThe Cooper Temple Clause had various influences such as The Verve, Nirvana, and Led Zeppelin. These influences can be heard in their song "Who Needs Enemies?"
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Live PerformancesThe band frequently included "Who Needs Enemies?" in their live performances, reflecting its popularity among fans.
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Personnel"Who Needs Enemies" was written by the band's members Ben Gautrey, Tom Bellamy, Jon Harper, Didz Hammond, Daniel Fisher, and Kieran Mahon.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Who Needs Enemies?" were often interpreted as a harsh critique of society, reflecting the band's alternative rock style.
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RecognitionIn 2002, the song "Who Needs Enemies?" was nominated for the Kerrang! Award for Best Single.
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DisbandingDespite the success of "Who Needs Enemies?" and their subsequent releases, The Cooper Temple Clause disbanded in 2007. However, their music, including this song, continues to be appreciated by fans.
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StyleThe song "Who Needs Enemies?" captures a mix of psychedelic rock and post-hardcore styles, which was The Cooper Temple Clause's distinctive sound during their active years.
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LegacyThe song remains one of the most famous tracks by The Cooper Temple Clause and is often cited as an example of early 2000's British alternative rock.
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