They are managed by Prestige Management, and were signed to the Island Records label from their launch (2004) until December 2007, before creating their own label, Super Records. McFly is also the youngest band ever to have an album debut at #1.
McFly appeared in the teen comedy film Just My Luck, starring Lindsay Lohan and Chris Pine, in 2006. The band played themselves in the film and released a US album, Just My Luck, which was also used as the film's soundtrack.
You've Got a Friend
McFly Lyrics
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And you need a helping hand
And nothing, nothing is going right
Close your eyes and think of me
And soon I will be there
To brighten up even your darkest night
You just call out my name
I'll come running to see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I'll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah.
You've got a friend
If the sky above you
Should turn dark and full of clouds
And that old north wind should begin to blow
Keep your head together
And call my name out loud, yeah
Soon I'll be knocking upon your door
You just call out my name
And you know wherever I am
I'll come running, oh yes I will
To see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I'll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah.
Ain't it good to know that you've got a friend
When people can be so cold
They'll hurt you, and desert you
And take your soul if you let them
Oh yeah, but don't you let them
You just call out my name
And you know wherever I am
I'll come running to see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I'll be there, yes I will.
You've got a friend
You just call out my name
And you know wherever I am
I'll come running to see you again (oh baby don't you know)
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
Lord, I'll be there yes I will.
You've got a friend
Oh, you've got a friend.
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend.
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend.
You've got a friend.
The song "You've Got A Friend" by McFly is a rendition of Carole King's hit classic, which tells a straightforward message of support and comfort to a friend who is going through a tough time. The lyrics suggest that whatever the friend is going through, he/she is not alone as long as the singer is there to help him/her through it. Even if there is no guarantee that things will get better soon, the friend can always rely on the support of the singer.
The first verse acknowledges the fact that everyone goes through difficult times, but the light at the end of the tunnel is the presence of a friend who will be there for them when they need it the most. The chorus repeats the message of the song, that all the friend needs to do is call out the singer's name and he'll be there, regardless of the season. The second verse provides a specific example of hardship (the sky turning dark) and the importance of keeping calm and calling out for help. The bridge emphasizes the point that although people can be cold and hurtful, the friend should not let them take away their soul.
Overall, "You've Got A Friend" is a comforting and sincere song about the importance of friendship and provides a reminder that there is always someone there to offer support when things get tough.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're down and troubled
During moments of sadness or difficulty
And you need a helping hand
When you require assistance
And nothing, nothing is going right
When everything seems to be going wrong
Close your eyes and think of me
Imagine me in your thoughts
And soon I will be there
I will come to you quickly
To brighten up even your darkest night
To make you feel better when you are at your lowest point
You just call out my name
All you need to do is say my name
And you know wherever I am
You can rely on me to be there no matter where I am
I'll come running to see you again
I will quickly come to see you once more
Winter, spring, summer or fall
No matter what season it is
All you have to do is call
Just tell me you need me
And I'll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah.
I will come to you with enthusiasm!
If the sky above you
When things get really tough
Should turn dark and full of clouds
Like a thunderstorm is coming
And that old north wind should begin to blow
The harsh wind that can make you feel alone
Keep your head together
Stay calm and stay focused
And call my name out loud, yeah
Say my name loud and clear
Soon I'll be knocking upon your door
I will come to you as soon as possible
Ain't it good to know that you've got a friend
Isn't it wonderful to have someone you can rely on?
When people can be so cold
When others can be unsympathetic
They'll hurt you, and desert you
They will cause you pain and then abandon you
And take your soul if you let them
And they will take away your happiness if you allow them to
Oh yeah, but don't you let them
Don't ever let anyone take away your spirit
Lord, I'll be there yes I will.
I will always be there for you
Oh, you've got a friend.
You can always count on me as your friend
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend.
It is amazing feeling to have a trustworthy friend
You've got a friend.
You have me as your loyal friend
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Carole King
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