Can We Still Be Friends
Todd Rundgren
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Like a fly batters itself against a window Time and again and again it senselessly blunders Up and down the length of West Broadway the bag lady wanders Fifty cents rent goes pretty far when you live in a subway car One stop's the same as another Even Son of Sam sees her sleeping, she's not worth the bother Sorrow, do they ever want to cry Do they see us pass by Where do they come from (simple answers) Do they come falling, falling from the sky like rain Crawling up the basement drain Misfits and black sheep Former brothers, friends of mothers There is no yesterday, there is no tomorrow There is only now and that hardly matters No one cares about sad old ladies with bags full of tatters One day it gets a bit too cold Maybe a little too wet, maybe a little too lonely Lifelessly she lies amidst her bag world But maybe she's only sleeping
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Written by: TODD RUNDGREN
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10 facts about this song
Composer and Performer"Can We Still Be Friends" was recorded and written by the American multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Todd Rundgren in the 1970s.
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Release DateThe track was originally released in 1978 as a part of the album "Hermit of Mink Hollow".
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Album HighlightsThe album "Hermit of Mink Hollow" is noted as Rundgren's return to the pop songwriting form. "Can We Still Be Friends" is one of his most recognized songs from the album.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, "Can We Still Be Friends" hit No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart, becoming one of Rundgren’s highest-charting hits.
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PopularityDespite not reaching the top of the charts, the song has gained popularity over time and has been covered by various other artists such as Robert Palmer and Mandy Moore.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song reflects on a failed relationship and the idea of maintaining a friendship even after breaking up.
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Musical StyleThe music of "Can We Still Be Friends" typically represents Rundgren’s signature style, which can be defined by complex chord structures, clever lyrics, and innovative production work
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Use in MediaThe song was featured in several films and TV shows, including the 2004 film "13 Going on 30", starring Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo.
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Cover Versions"Can We Still Be Friends" has been covered by a range of artists across different genres, including Robert Palmer, whose version charted at No. 52 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Live PerformancesDespite Rundgren's vast discography, "Can We Still Be Friends" is one of the routinely performed songs at his live concerts.
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