Thank You for Being a Friend
Andrew Gold
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Thank you for being a friend Traveled down a road and back again Your heart is true, you're a pal and a confidant I'm not ashamed to say I hope it always will stay this way My hat is off, won't you stand up and take a bow And if you threw a party Invited everyone you knew Well, you would see the biggest gift would be from me And the card attached would say Thank you for being a friend Thank you for being a friend Thank you for being a friend Thank you for being a friend If it's a car you lack I'd surely buy you a Cadillac Whatever you need any time of the day or night I'm not ashamed to say I hope it always will stay this way My hat is off, won't you stand up and take a bow And when we both get older With walking canes and hair of gray Have no fear even though it's hard to hear I will stand here close and say Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Let me tell you about a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) And when we die and float away Into the night the Milky Way You'll hear me call as we ascend I'll say your name then once again Thank you for being a Thank you for being a friend (I want to thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I want to thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I want to thank you) Thank you for being a friend People, let me tell you about a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you) Thank you for being a friend Whoa, tell you about a friend (thank you right now, for being a friend) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna tell you right now, and tell you again) Thank you for being a friend (I wanna thank you, thank you, for being a friend) Thank you for being a friend
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Written by: Andrew M Gold
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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13 facts about this song
OriginationThe song "Thank You for Being a Friend" was originally composed and performed by American singer-songwriter Andrew Gold.
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Release & Chart PositionReleased as a part of Gold's third album in 1978, it reached the number 25 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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GenreThe song falls within the music genre of "Soft Rock."
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Cover VersionsIt has been covered by a number of popular music artists, including Cindy Fee who sang it as a jingle for NBC's promo campaign.
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TV Theme SongThe song is perhaps best known as the theme song of the popular TV sitcom, "The Golden Girls." It was re-recorded by Cynthia Fee for this specific purpose.
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International RecognitionIt has gained international recognition through "The Golden Girls" which has been syndicated worldwide.
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Reception by FansThe song remains a fan favorite and is often associated with nostalgia due to its connection with the beloved sitcom.
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Composer's RecognitionAndrew Gold expressed pride for the song's longevity and the happiness it brought many, despite it overshadowing many of his other works.
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Album DetailsThe album in which "Thank You for Being a Friend" appeared is titled "All This and Heaven Too."
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LegacyDespite Gold having a diverse musical career including playing a crucial role in the formation of the sound of Linda Ronstadt's backing band, this one song has remained his most recognized work.
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Composer's DeathAndrew Gold passed away in 2011 because of a heart attack, but his song continues to live on and is still celebrated today.
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Inclusion in Movie TrailersThe song was included in the trailers for the 2002 film "Ted" and the 2016 film "The Boss."
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Music VideoThe song also has a charming music video that features a montage of photos from Andrew Gold's life, reflecting the song’s sentiment of cherishing friendships.
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