The Far East Movement (also known as FM), hailing from the clubs and street… Read Full Bio ↴The Far East Movement (also known as FM), hailing from the clubs and streets of Los Angeles, California, United States, are one of the freshest crews representing the next generation of artists and “fly music.” Members Kev Nish, Prohgress, J-Splif, and DJ Virman have created a huge industry buzz with major companies, radio stations, and club DJs worldwide through their international appeal and energetic live shows.

Finding their inspiration from the diverse city blocks and night club scene of Southern California, FM has built a strong internet fan base and a new lifestyle brand for the next generation of youth around the world. “The Far East Movement is the name for our music, lifestyle, and our party. For the diverse music fan that hits up 3 clubs in 1 night, tuned to the racing scene and fashion, and back on the computer religiously checking blogs and sites for anything related to that.”- FM

FM has embarked on 2 World Tours (including the USA, South America, Canada, Europe and Asia) and recently featured on the 35 city Party Rock Tour with LMFAO, signed distribution deals in Japan and Korea (Avex Network and JF Productions respectively), garnered multiple features on MTV World, and also featured music on worldwide media such as FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance”, MTV’s “America’s Best Dance Crew”, ABC Family’s Lincoln Heights, CBS Primetime shows “CSI: Miami” and “CSI: NY”, multiple placements on HBO’s “Entourage”, “Fast & Furious Tokyo Drift” and “Finishing the Game” (a featured film at Sundance 2007). FM was also the first Asian act to perform at the Sundance Film Festival’s prestigious Music Café Gala hosted by ASCAP, and was also recently a featured act at the Cannes Film Festival in France. As producers, FM worked with Jin the Emcee to create ABC JIN, an award-winning, platinum album that broke records for first week sales in Hong Kong.

In the world of marketing, the Far*East Movement has been sought out by major companies to endorse their products. They worked with McDonalds as celebrity judges and were featured artists for the national Big Mac Chant campaign and spokespersons/tour headliners for McDonald’s Lost Ring campaign during the 2008 Olympics. FM was also a featured artist for Verizon Wireless’s LG Dare ‘Touch One’ Campaign. They’ve also co-created a series of live concerts with Wong Fu Productions to benefit community outreach called the International Secret Agents with endorsements by JCPenney and Verizon.

Far East Movement’s single “Girls On The Dance Floor” has taken over clubs and radio stations around the world, reaching #1 on Los Angeles radio and charting on the Billboard Charts. On February 12th, 2010, the Far East Movement officially signed their first major label record deal with Cherrytree / Interscope Records. After 2 independent album releases and a rigorous tour schedule, the Far East Movement is in the studio working with the Stereotypes (Production team) on their 3rd album and first major release in 2010.

The original members of Far East Movement, Kevin Nishimura (Kev Nish), James Roh (Prohgress), and Jae Choung (J-Splif), grew up in Koreatown, Los Angeles, California. They were close companions in high school and shared a passion for music together. The trio promoted their music online and began performing at local clubs and events in Los Angeles; soon, they began their musical career with the name "Emcee's Anonymous" by 2001. However, they later changed it to Far East Movement or FM, originating from a song that they produced with the same name. In 2003, they organized together an event called "Movementality" in Koreatown, LA, featuring ten different performances with all the proceeds sent to a local youth drug rehabilitation center. On September 21, 2016, S.M Entertainment, one of the largest entertainment companies in South Korea, announced that Chanyeol, from popular K-pop band EXO, would be collaborating with Far East Movement in their track "Freal Luv", which also features Tinashe and Marshmello.[26]

On October 10, 2016, Starship Entertainment announced that Hyolyn, from K-pop girl-group Sistar, would be featured in a new song titled "Umbrella".

Both songs were included in the band's fifth studio album, Identity, released on October 21. It features various Korean artists, such as Tiffany from Girls' Generation, rappers Yoon Mi-rae, Jay Park, Loco and R&B group Urban Zakapa, along with American singer-songwriter Macy Gray, rapper Soulja Boy and credits from British singer-producer MNEK. Identity debuted at #1 on the global iTunes dance charts.[citation needed] The music video for "Freal Luv" was viewed over 30 million times on YouTube.

On October 14, 2016, Far East Movement released "We Out Here" featuring Blackbear and Thurz.

On November 23, 2016, Far East Movement announced that J-Splif had left the group due to family reasons.

On October 26, 2018, Far East Movement released a song titled "Bamboo" which features vocals from Jason Zhang and Kina Grannis.

On February 8, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Blossoms" which features Troop Brand and Chinese rapper Vava.

On March 14, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Lovebird" which features Lay.

On April 19, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Paint the Clouds" which features vocals from Tia Ray.

On June 21, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Maps", featuring Diamond, Starchild Yeezo, and Rell the Soundbender.

On July 26, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Glue", featuring Heize and Shawn Wasabi.

On February 14, 2020, Far East Movement released a single "Nice Things" (with Henry and AlunaGeorge)

On May 14, 2020, Far East Movement released a single “Let the Future In” With Karen Mok

On May 18, 2020, Far East Movement released a single “ We Are the Truth” With Sha Sha Jones

You've Got A Friend
Far East Movement Lyrics

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All you need to know is you've got a friend
We've been living life, right 'til the end
If I'm troubled I know I can depend
'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend

Baby let's cruise with the radio tunes
You know the best times come when there's nothing to do
It's rare that a player get a minute or two

So I cherish every second with a girl like you

Ain't nothing like a home girl down for the ride
Nothing like a home girl down for life
Baby be my love, you could be my Left-Eye
Be my umbrella, through the rain or shine

When I'm out of state I know you'll rep me
Ain't no other woman will accept me
A man's only true as his options
But I keep it real home girl, cause I've got you

When you feel a hand on your back, you've got a friend
When you put me on the right track, you've got a friend
When I show the love right back, you've got a friend
Damn it feels good to know I've got a friend

All you need to know is you've got a friend,
We've been living life right 'til the end
If I'm troubled I know I can depend
'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend

Yeah, when things get a little shaky like a can of Krylon
You need a shoulder to cry on, need someone to rely on
I want you to know when you need a friend
I'm definitely a friend you can depend on

You can depend on me
Like my name was Smokey

So when things don't seem to be going your way
And nothing seems to be going right
I want to be the man that'll brighten your day
And turn your darkness to light

I'll be around to turn your frown upside down, permanently
Because you've been a good woman to me
You deserve the best and nothing less
So the best is what you get and all my respect

What you expect
You've got my palabra
All the way 'til the end
Baby doll you've got yourself a friend

All you need to know is you've got a friend
We've been living life right 'til the end
If I'm troubled I know I can depend
'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend

I'll always be your player partner
In and out the hot tub, always steak and lobster,
Smoking on a chopper

Scraping through the boulevard, back to the avenue
Good vibe, attitude, I ain't even mad at you
Matter of fact that's all I feel with some gratitude
I just appreciate the time that I have with you

Now I'm in and out your life like a robbery
Got me on the road 'til I'm getting paid properly
And I can feel that you still so proud of me
And I can never get your corazon out of me

So little mama I'm a always be your handyman
So give me a call when you ready for some candyland

All you need to know is you've got a friend
We've been living life right 'til the end
If I'm troubled I know I can depend
'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend

All you need to know is you've got a friend
We've been living life right 'til the end
If I'm troubled I know I can depend
'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Far East Movement's song You've Got A Friend speak to the importance of knowing that you have someone in your life that you can depend on – a friend who will be there for you through thick and thin. The song emphasizes the value of true friendship and how important it is to have someone that you can trust and rely on when times get tough.

The song begins with the reminder that all you need to know is that you've got a friend. The lyrics describe cruising around with a loved one, cherishing every moment with them. The song emphasizes the importance of having a friend who will be down for whatever, and who will be there for you through anything that life throws your way. The lyrics also speak to the fact that even when you're out of town or facing challenges in your life, you can always count on your friend to have your back.

Overall, You've Got A Friend is a touching tribute to the value of true friendship. The song reminds us to cherish the relationships we have with the important people in our lives and to never take them for granted.

Line by Line Meaning

All you need to know is you've got a friend
No matter what happens, you can always count on having a friend who cares about you.

We've been living life, right 'til the end
We've been having a good time together, enjoying life to the fullest, and we will continue to do so.

If I'm troubled I know I can depend
If I ever have problems, I know that I can rely on my friend to be there for me.

'Cause all I need to know is I've got a friend
Just knowing that I have a friend in my corner is enough to make me feel better and more confident.

Baby let's cruise with the radio tunes
Let's relax and enjoy each other's company while listening to some good music on the radio.

You know the best times come when there's nothing to do
Sometimes the most enjoyable moments happen when we're just hanging out and not worrying about anything else.

It's rare that a player get a minute or two
As someone who's always busy and on the move, I don't often get a chance to just kick back and take it easy.

So I cherish every second with a girl like you
That's why I value the time I get to spend with someone special like you, and I make the most of every moment.

Ain't nothing like a home girl down for the ride
There's nothing better than having a close friend who's always there to support you no matter what.

Nothing like a home girl down for life
A true friend is always there for you, not just in the good times but also in the bad times when you need them most.

Baby be my love, you could be my Left-Eye
I want you to be not just my friend, but also my partner and my love interest, like Left-Eye was to T-Boz in TLC.

Be my umbrella, through the rain or shine
I need someone who can be there for me through thick and thin, to help me weather any storm that comes my way.

When I'm out of state I know you'll rep me
Even when I'm far away and can't be there in person, I know that you'll always have my back and support me.

Ain't no other woman will accept me
I know that I'm not the easiest person to deal with sometimes, but I appreciate that you accept me for who I am, flaws and all.

A man's only true as his options
Some people measure their worth by how many options they have, but I believe that true value comes from having close friends and loved ones who care about you.

But I keep it real home girl, cause I've got you
Even though I could have other options, I value our friendship and I'm always honest with you, because I know that you're the one who really matters the most.

When you feel a hand on your back, you've got a friend
Sometimes all it takes is a simple gesture of support or comfort to let someone know that you're there for them and that you care.

When you put me on the right track, you've got a friend
Friends help each other to be better people and make good decisions, and I know that you've always had my best interests at heart.

When I show the love right back, you've got a friend
I hope that I can be as good a friend to you as you've been to me, and show you the same love and support that you've always shown me.

Damn it feels good to know I've got a friend
Having a friend you can count on is a great feeling, and I'm grateful to have you in my life.

Yeah, when things get a little shaky like a can of Krylon
When things are uncertain and unstable, it's good to know that you have someone you can rely on to help you get through it.

You need a shoulder to cry on, need someone to rely on
When life gets tough and you feel like you're struggling, it's important to have someone you can turn to for support and encouragement.

I want you to know when you need a friend
Whenever you need someone to talk to, someone to help you out, or just someone to be there for you, I want you to know that I'm here for you.

I'm definitely a friend you can depend on
You can always count on me to be there for you, no matter what.

You can depend on me
I take my friendship with you seriously, and I want you to know that I'm always here for you when you need me.

Like my name was Smokey
I'll always be there to offer you guidance, support, and a helping hand, just like Smokey Robinson did for his friends and fellow musicians.

So when things don't seem to be going your way
When life throws you a curveball or things don't go according to plan, I want you to know that I'll be there to help you get back on track.

And nothing seems to be going right
When everything seems to be going wrong, I'll be there to offer you a friendly ear, a shoulder to cry on, or a word of encouragement.

I want to be the man that'll brighten your day
I want to be the friend who lifts you up when you're feeling down, and who helps you see the bright side of things.

And turn your darkness to light
No matter how dark or difficult things may seem, I want to be there to help you find your way back to the light.

I'll be around to turn your frown upside down, permanently
I'll do whatever it takes to make you happy and see you smile, even if it means being there for you on a permanent basis.

Because you've been a good woman to me
I appreciate all the kindness, love, and support you've shown me over the years, and I want to repay that by being the best friend I can be to you.

You deserve the best and nothing less
You're a great person and a wonderful friend, and you deserve nothing but the best that life has to offer.

So the best is what you get and all my respect
I want to give you the best of myself, and I respect you and value our friendship enough to always be honest, reliable, and supportive of you.

What you expect
You can always expect me to be there when you need me, and to be the best friend I can be to you.

You've got my palabra
You have my word and my commitment to be there for you, to support you, and to be the kind of friend who always has your back.

All the way 'til the end
I'll always be your friend, no matter what happens or where life takes us.

Baby doll you've got yourself a friend
You have a friend in me, someone who will always be there for you and who values your friendship more than anything else.

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