The band has released four records, Folk the World Tour; a self-titled album, Flight of the Conchords; an EP, The Distant Future, which won a 2007 Grammy for Best Comedy Album, and a sophomore effort for Sub Pop, I Told You I was Freaky released October 20, 2009.
In 2002 they performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for the first time. Returning in 2003, with a new show, they were nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award. They also performed there in 2004.
In 2005, BBC Radio 2 broadcast their first radio series. Largely improvised, it features Rob Brydon as their narrator, Rhys Darby as their manager and Jimmy Carr as a devoted fan called Kipper. Also in 2005, HBO gave the group a special on their Friday night half-hour stand-up comedy series One Night Stand.
Jemaine Clement has appeared in 2006 television commercials for Outback Steakhouse in the U.S. This advertising campaign was launched during Superbowl XL. He also narrates the world famous in New Zealand television commercials for L&P.
The duo currently stars in their award winning television series, also entitled "Flight of the Conchords", which began on the American television channel HBO in June 2007. Its first season had 12 episodes and the second and final season - which began in January 2009 had ten episodes. The show features Rhys Darby as their manager Murray, Kristen Schaal as obsessive fan Mel, Arj Barker as their friend Dave and Eugene Mirman as their landlord.
Friends
Flight of the Conchords Lyrics
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Pom pom-pom, pom pom-pom (ping)
Friends sing together
La la la la
Friends do things together
La la la la
Friends laugh together
Friends make graphs together
La la la la
Friends help you when you're in danger
Friends are people who are not strangers
Friends help you shift into a new place
Tell you if you've got food on you're face
Friends are the ones, on who you can depend
He's my friend, he's not my friend
Friends are the ones who are there at the end
He's my friend, they're not my friends
If you trip over I'll catch you're fall
If you kick my dick, I won't break you're balls
If you get drunk and vomit on me
I'll make sure you get home safely
If you cross the road and a truck struck you
And scrape you up and reconstruct you
I'll cheer you up if you're depressed
If you get murdered I'll avenge you're death
Friends walk together
La la la la
Pop and lock together
(zzi zzu zzi zzu)
Me and him together
La la la la
Me and Jim forever
Friends go jogging at the track
Friends borrow money never pay it back
Friends do not let friends do crack
Friends go out and grab a snack
Friends drink beer in the sun
Unlike girlfriends they don't mind if you have more than one
Friends tell you when you're flies undone
(Murray your flies undone)
My uncle john had a special friend
They dressed a like, his name was Ben
I've never seen two friends like them
They we're very very friendly men
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends
La la la la, ping
The Flight of the Conchords' song "Friends" is a fun and catchy tune that celebrates the importance of friendship. The song begins with a simple yet infectious chant of "Pom pom-pom, pom pom-pom (ping)," which sets the playful and upbeat tone of the song. The lyrics then proceed to talk about the different things that friends do together, such as singing, laughing, and making graphs. The song emphasizes the trust and support that friends provide, and how they can rely on each other in times of need. It touches upon the idea of what makes a true friend and the importance of having them in your life.
The song uses a humorous tone to explore the different ways in which friends can be there for one another, from helping you move to letting you know if you have food on your face. It covers a wide range of scenarios where friends can make a difference, including catching you if you trip, nursing you back to health if you get sick, or even avenging your death if you get murdered. The song ends with a reminder that friends are fun to be with and that they don't judge you for drinking beer in the sun or for having your flies undone.
Overall, "Friends" is a lighthearted and catchy tune that celebrates the essence of friendship in a fun and playful way.
Line by Line Meaning
Pom pom-pom, pom pom-pom (ping)
Musical intro
Friends sing together
La la la la
Friends enjoy spending time together, having fun and singing
Friends do things together
La la la la
Friendship is based on shared activities and interests
Friends laugh together
Ha ha ha ha
Friends find humor in everyday life and enjoy each other's company
Friends make graphs together
La la la la
Friends work together on projects, supporting each other's strengths
Friends help you when you're in danger
Friends are people who are not strangers
Friends are reliable and look out for each other's safety and well-being
Friends help you shift into a new place
Tell you if you've got food on you're face
Friends offer practical support and are honest in their communication
Friends are the ones, on who you can depend
He's my friend, he's not my friend
Friends are the ones who are there at the end
He's my friend, they're not my friends
Friends are trustworthy, but not all acquaintances can be considered friends
If you trip over I'll catch you're fall
If you kick my dick, I won't break you're balls
If you get drunk and vomit on me
I'll make sure you get home safely
Friends offer support and forgiveness, without judgment
If you cross the road and a truck struck you
And scrape you up and reconstruct you
I'll cheer you up if you're depressed
If you get murdered I'll avenge you're death
Friends offer emotional and physical support, in good times and bad
Friends walk together
La la la la
Pop and lock together
(zzi zzu zzi zzu)
Friends enjoy physical activity and dance together
Me and him together
La la la la
Me and Jim forever
Close friends have a special connection, a bond that lasts a lifetime
Friends go jogging at the track
Friends borrow money never pay it back
Friends do not let friends do crack
Friends go out and grab a snack
Friends drink beer in the sun
Unlike girlfriends they don't mind if you have more than one
Friends tell you when you're flies undone
(Murray your flies undone)
Friends share common values and behaviors, offering guidance, loyalty and honesty
My uncle john had a special friend
They dressed a like, his name was Ben
I've never seen two friends like them
They we're very very friendly men
Friendship can take many forms and is based on mutual respect and acceptance
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends, friends, friends, friends
La la la la
Friends
La la la la, ping
Refrain and musical outro
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRET MCKENZIE, JEMAINE CLEMENT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Through The Moon Door
Archaeologists when they find two male skeletons buried next to each other holding hands: "I've never seen two friends like them, they were very very friendly men"
Ethan
#AchillesAndHisFriend
Bell Matthew
You Leftists want everything to be gay. Y’all are so boring, with your superficial shit.
Blucifer Waterman
Just bros being dudes. Guys being pals.
Revea1ed
"My uncle John had a special friend, they dressed alike his name was Ben, I've never seen 2 friends like them, they were very very friendly men" doesn't get any better
Elisabeth Scott
@Alexcutionman awww that's so sweet 🥰
Alexcutionman
My dad always played this song when we would do our Saturday morning drives, even though it might be slightly inappropriate for a 5-6 year old, but he didn’t care. I never could understand lyrics in songs until I was 8 anyways. But it reminds me of my youth, and how happy I was to be with my dad, especially after he divorced my mom. It’s strange though. Even though he has full custody, I still felt so happy to be with my dad when he drove.
jazzhandsrobit
i've never see two friends like them, they were very very friendly men!
Dixie Cripps
Historians talking about ancient Greek figures
Jack Jones
Two Bros just spooning