My Friend
Nicky Romero, Groove Armada
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Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend A helping hand you lend In my time of need Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend (I call on you my friend) (I call on you my friend) Listen, listen, listen Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend A helping hand you lend In my time of need Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend (I call on you my friend) (I call on you my friend) Whenever I'm down And all that's going on Is really going on Just one of those days (and ju-h) You say the right things To keep me moving on To keep me going strong (Going strong) (Going strong) Whenever I'm down Ain't nobody (Body) Ain't nobody (Body) Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend A helping hand you lend In my time of need Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend (I call on you my friend) (I call on you my friend) Whenever I'm down And all that's going on Is really going on Just one of those days (and ju-h) You say the right things To keep me moving on To keep me going strong (Going strong) (Going strong) Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend A helping hand you lend In my time of need Whenever I'm down I call on you my friend (I call on you my friend) (I call on you my friend) (Whenever I'm down) (I call on you) (Whenever I'm down) (I call) Ain't nobody (Body) Ain't nobody (Body) Listen Listen Listen
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Written by: Billy Curtis, Glenn Mckinney, Keith Edward Crouch, Richard Cornwell
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"My Friend" by Groove Armada was released in 2001 as part of their third album "Goodbye Country (Hello Nightclub)" which marked a shift in their musical style.
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GenreThis song is typically classified under Electronic music, with strong influences from the House genre.
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Sampling"My Friend" samples two songs - "The Fatback Band's" 1975 song "Gotta Learn How to Dance" and "A Tribe Called Quest's" song "1nce Again."
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RankingsThe song was immensely popular and reached 23rd place in the UK charts, reflecting the broad appeal of Groove Armada’s unconventional style of electronic music.
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Music VideoThe music video for "My Friend" features a day in the life of three friends, reflecting the happy, upbeat tone of the song itself.
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VocalsThe vocals of the song are performed by Celetia Martin, whose soulful voice added a unique flavor to Groove Armada's style in this track.
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Live Performances"My Friend" became a highlight in Groove Armada's live performances due to its danceable rhythm and uplifting lyrics.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "My Friend" for its blend of energetic beats and soulful vocals, further solidifying Groove Armada’s place in the electronic music scene.
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Song Sequencing"My Friend" is the second track on the "Goodbye Country (Hello Nightclub)" album. Its placement works well to set the upbeat and danceable tone for the rest of the album.
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Cultural ImpactImmensely popular upon release, "My Friend" is still often played in clubs and music festivals worldwide, reflecting the timeless appeal of its danceable beat and happy lyrics.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "My Friend" deal with friendship and good times, making it a popular choice for social gatherings and celebratory events.
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RemixesSeveral popular DJs and music producers have remixed "My Friend", signifying the song's enduring impact and popularity in electronic music.
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