All My Friends
Franz Ferdinand Lyrics

That's how it starts
The song begins with reminiscing about how a night out with friends usually commences.

We go back to your house
After a night out, it is common for friends to go to someone's house to keep the party going.

You check the charts
People often check the music charts or playlists to see what songs are currently popular or trending.

Then start to figure it out
Upon finding a good playlist, the group starts to get a feel for the rhythm and vibe they want to set for the night.

And if it's crowded then all the better
A crowded house means more people to have fun with and potentially make new friends.

Because we know we're gonna be up late
The night is just beginning, and the group knows they will be staying up late and having a good time.

But if you're worried about the weather
If someone is concerned about the weather, it is not an ideal place to stay for a night of partying.

Then you picked the wrong place to stay
Choosing a place with bad weather for a night out with friends is not a smart choice.

You spent the first five years trying to get with the plan
When you're young, you try to follow a plan for your life, to grow up and make something of yourself.

And the next five years trying to be with your friends again
After some years of focusing on growing up, you begin to reconnect with old friends, and the bond with them becomes a priority.

You're talking 45 turns just as fast as you can
Life is like a ride with many twists and turns, and sometimes, it feels like you're moving at a breakneck pace.

Yeah, I know it gets tired, only where are your friends tonight?
Even though life is hectic and tiring, the important thing is to know where your friends are and that you're there for each other.

We are your friends tonight?
The song is a reminder that friends are a source of comfort, especially during challenging times.

And so it starts
The song goes back to the beginning, the start of the night, with a new perspective.

You switch the engine on
The group is recharged for the night ahead, ready to party again.

We set controls for the heart of the sun
Metaphorically speaking, they are preparing to have an unforgettable night, turning up the volume on the excitement.

One of the ways we show our age
One way to prove that they're still young is to let loose and have fun, and being with friends is part of that.

And if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up
Even though the night will end eventually, they want to treasure each moment and make the most of it.

And I still don't wanna stagger home
They want to enjoy the night so much they wish it could go on forever, without any care for the consequences that come later.

And it's the memory of our betters
The group is driven to keep going by remembering the great times they've had with other groups of friends.

That's keeping us on our feet
The warm memories of past fun nights keep them going, even when they're tired or just want to go home.

You spent the first five years trying to get with the plan
The importance of friendship is reiterated in the lyrics, highlighting that while the plan of making something of oneself is essential, having close friendships is just as crucial.

And the next five years trying to be with your friends again
The lyrics remind us that prioritizing friendships is a long-term process, not something that is immediately achievable or only needs to happen once.

You're talking 45 turns just as fast as you can
Life moves so quickly that it's easy to feel like you're on a fast-paced ride that is hard to keep up with.

Yeah, I know it gets tired, only where are your friends tonight?
Once again, the song reminds us that friendship is essential even when life gets tiring or monotonous.

We are your friends tonight?
The repetition of this line serves as a reminder that true friends are always there for each other and can be relied on for help and support.

It comes apart
The night is coming to an end, and the group must prepare to part ways.

The way it does in bad films
Just like how things always seem to fall apart at the end of a film, the night's end can bring about bittersweet feelings.

Except the parts
Parts of the ending of the night can be enjoyable, such as reminiscing about the fun times had or planning the next hangout session.

Where the moral kicks in
However, there are things to be learned from the night, and the experience can leave a moral lesson for the group.

Though we're running out of drugs
With the night ending, resources like drugs or alcohol are running out, and the group must prepare for their exit.

And the conversation's grinding away
The night drew to a close, and now the conversations are slowly dying out, replaced with the sound of fatigue and goodbye.

Oh, I wouldn't trade one stupid decision
Even if the night wasn't perfect or decisions were made that might not seem wise, the entire experience is still a memory to be cherished.

For another five years of life
The importance of having fun and enjoying life amidst a continuous loop of a routine is highlighted. It is the night's experiences that make life worth living in the first place.

If I could be with my friends tonight
The song ends with a wish to be with friends again and reinforces the importance of having a good support system of friends to rely on when life gets challenging.

If I could be with my friends tonight
The repetition of this line serves to emphasize the desire to be with friends whenever someone is in need of support.

If I could be with my friends tonight
The song ends with one final reminder of the value of friendship and the desire to be with your closest friends whenever the opportunity arises.

If I could be with my friends tonight
The song's repetition serves as a perfect bookend, beginning with the start of a night out with friends and ending with the wish to be with them again.

If I could be with my friends tonight
The final repetition shows that, ultimately, friendship is what truly matters and is worth celebrating every chance you get.