Who Needs Enemies?

The Cooper Temple Clause

About Who Needs Enemies?

"Who Needs Enemies?" is the third and final single released from The Cooper Temple Clause's debut album, See This Through and Leave. It peaked at number twenty-two on the UK Singles Chart.


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2009
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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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The Cooper Temple Clause

The Cooper Temple Clause were an English six-piece alternative rock band originating from Wokingham, Berkshire. Formed in 1998, the band quickly gained a following through their live concerts, and have produced three albums, the latest being Make This Your Own. The band split up on 24 April 2007, following the departure of Daniel Fisher. more »

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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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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Who Needs Enemies?" was crafted by the band "The Cooper Temple Clause," a British alternative rock band that was formed in 1998.
Release Information
"Who Needs Enemies?" was released in September 2002, serving as the debut single from their first album, "See This Through and Leave."
Chart Success
The song was successful in the UK, where it climbed to the 12th position on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the most successful singles for the band.
Genre Classification
Musically, "Who Needs Enemies?" can be classified within the alternative rock genre, featuring heavy distortion, complex guitar work, and powerful drums.
Recognizable Lyrics
The song is known for its catchy lyrics, with the phrase “Who needs enemies when you got friends?” being the most well-recognized part.
Music Video
A music video was released for "Who Needs Enemies?", showcasing the band in a variety of locations, including a deserted location filled with numerous television sets.
Live Performances
The song has been a mainstay of the band's live shows since its release, always receiving an enthusiastic reaction from the audience.
Singles Club
"Who Needs Enemies?" also came to be released as part of the singles club, along with two other songs. This unique strategy of release proved to be successful for the band.
Disbanding
The Cooper Temple Clause disbanded in 2007, but "Who Needs Enemies?" continues to be remembered as one of their most iconic songs.
Influences
The band's influences for this song, like most of their music, range from progressive rock and hardcore punk to electronic and pop, making "Who Needs Enemies?" an eclectic mix of sounds and styles.

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