Midnight Choir were a Norwegian band that sounded a little like Tinderstick… Read Full Bio ↴Midnight Choir were a Norwegian band that sounded a little like Tindersticks or The Walkabouts. Walkabouts member Chris Eckman actually produced all Midnight Choir albums with exception of the self titled debut record.
Members were Al DeLoner (born Atle Byström), Paal Flaata and Ron Olsen.
Midnight Choir were founded - as Hashbrowns - in 1992.
The band's name stems from the Leonard Cohen song "Bird on the Wire".
The 1998 album "Amsterdam Stranded" won the band a best rock album of the year award in their native Norway.

Besides producing Midnight Choir's albums, Chris Eckman also collaborated with Midnight Choir member Al DeLoner, under the common project name Höst. Höst released one album, "The damage suite", in 2001.

Midnight Choir split in 2004 with the individual band members pursuing solo careers afterwards. 2005 saw the release of a double best of album called "All tomorrow's tears: The best of Midnight Choir".

Dear Friend
Midnight Choir Lyrics

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As I wait alone
By the telephone
For you to call me up
I've been thinking about
All the times we had
Together me and you
Dear friend (*3)
And it makes me glad

To think about
All the things that we've been through
And it seems to me
That it seems to be
No friendship quite like this
Dear friend (*3)

May you sleep tight my friend
May the Lord watch over you
As I bid farewell
There's nothing more to tell
Than that I remember you
Dear friend (*3)

May you sleep my friend
Dear friend.......

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Midnight Choir's song "Dear Friend" convey a heartfelt message to a close companion. The singer finds themselves waiting alone by the telephone, eagerly anticipating a call from their friend. During this time of waiting, they contemplate the memories they have shared together, reminiscing about the times they have spent side by side. The phrase "Dear friend" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the deep affection and appreciation they have for their companion. As they reflect on their friendship, it brings them joy to remember the many experiences they have gone through together. The singer acknowledges that there is no other friendship quite like this one, highlighting its significance and uniqueness.

In the latter part of the song, the singer bids farewell to their friend, wishing them a peaceful night's rest and entrusting them to the watchful care of the Lord. It is revealed that there is nothing more to be said than a simple remembrance of the friend. The repetition of "Dear friend" in this section serves as a poignant farewell, expressing their enduring love and concern for their companion.

This heartfelt ballad captures the beauty and depth of a cherished friendship, evoking emotions of gratitude, nostalgia, and farewell.

Line by Line Meaning

As I wait alone
As I sit in solitude and anticipation

By the telephone
Next to the device that connects us

For you to call me up
Hoping for your voice to reach me

I've been thinking about
Reflecting upon

All the times we had
Every shared experience we've had

Together me and you
In the company of each other

Dear friend (*3)
Beloved companion, cherished comrade

And it makes me glad
Bringing me joy

To think about
Contemplating

All the things that we've been through
All the experiences we have shared