The band has enjoyed considerable success on the Australian charts with hits "I Love It", "Pictures", "UFO" and "Kansas City", and have toured with the likes of Robbie Williams, Jamiroquai, Kanye West, and the Scissor Sisters.
The group released their eponymous debut album in Australia on 12 August 2006, eventually reaching double platinum status sometime in 2007. Their second album, 2, was released just over two years later on 18 August 2008, spawning four singles. Around this time, Pictures was released in the UK, and an album soon after - the UK version was self-titled, but actually consisted of selected tracks from both the original, Australian version of Sneaky Sound System and "2."
Their third album, From Here to Anywhere was released in Australia on October 7, 2011, featuring the singles We Love and Big.
Since 2014, the group has released one or two singles a year.
Their offical site is www.sneakysoundsystem.com
Friends
Sneaky Sound System Lyrics
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And other rules, they don't mean a thing.
See the daylight brings a brand new star
and it feels like nothing makes much sense when you're the one
Hot hot baby,
Get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
Hot hot baby,
Get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
Friends, why can't we be friends?
People
Why can't we get along?
It's so right, it must be something more to what you gettin' when you get it baby
It's so right, it must be something more,
Why can't we be friends?
Hot hot baby,
get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
Hot hot baby,
get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
Hot hot baby,
get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
get yourself together, come on
Hot hot baby,
get yourself together, come on
(whoa-oh-oh)
get yourself together.
Friends,
Why can't we be friends?
Feels like we should make amends
See the daylight brings you back again
I want to know
where the story starts and where it ends
Hot hot baby,
Get yourself together,
(Whoa-oh-oh) Come on, I'd really like to know,
Hot hot baby,
Get yourself together,
(Whoa-oh-oh) Come on, I'd really like to know,
Friends, why can't we be friends?
(I'd really like to know)
Friends, why can't we be friends?
(I'd really like to know)
Friends, why can't we be friends?
(I'd really like to know)
Friends, why can't we be friends?
(I'd really like to know)
The lyrics of Sneaky Sound System's song 'Friends' expresses the desire for harmonious relationships between people. The repetition of the phrase "why can't we be friends?" emphasizes the frustration that the singer has with the lack of communication and understanding among people. The rules that people follow to maintain incompatible ideologies and the limitations that they set upon themselves are dismissed with the belief that a new day brings in a fresh start and a chance for true friendship.
The phrase "it's so right, it must be something more" suggests that there is a deeper connection among people that can be achieved beyond mere acquaintanceship. The chorus repeats the phrase "hot hot baby, get yourself together" which speaks to this connection and the need for people to come together despite their differences. The final stanza, "See the daylight brings you back again, I want to know where the story starts and where it ends" conveys the desire to understand people's stories and the journey of their lives.
Overall, 'Friends' by Sneaky Sound System highlights the need for open communication and for people to reach out to one another despite their differences. It promotes the idea of unity and friendship, and encourages individuals to overcome their personal barriers to connect with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Friends, why can't we be friends?
Questioning why there are unnecessary barriers preventing friendship.
And other rules, they don't mean a thing.
Implying that social norms and societal expectations should not affect the ability to form friendships.
See the daylight brings a brand new star
Suggesting that new opportunities arise and give rise to different experiences and potentially new friendships.
and it feels like nothing makes much sense when you're the one
Acknowledging how confusing and isolating it can feel when it seems like everyone else is easily making connections and friends.
Hot hot baby, Get yourself together, come on
Encouraging someone to gather themselves and find their confidence to make new connections.
(whoa-oh-oh)
A melodic interlude without any additional meaning.
People Why can't we get along?
Pondering why it seems difficult for people to coexist and connect in a respectful way.
It's so right, it must be something more to what you gettin' when you get it baby
Suggesting that friendship is valuable and there is a deeper meaning to the connections made in life.
It's so right, it must be something more, Why can't we be friends?
Reiterating how valuable friendship is and that there should not be barriers preventing connections from forming.
Hot hot baby, get yourself together, come on
Continuing to encourage someone to find their confidence to make new connections.
Friends, why can't we be friends? Feels like we should make amends
Acknowledging that there may be past issues that prevent friendship but expressing a desire to make things right.
See the daylight brings you back again I want to know where the story starts and where it ends
Expressing hope that the future can bring renewed connections and an eagerness to learn and understand the journey that led to the present situation.
Hot hot baby, Get yourself together, (Whoa-oh-oh) Come on, I'd really like to know,
Still encouraging someone to overcome their trepidation and find the confidence to form new connections, while expressing a desire to learn more about the situation preventing friendship.
Friends, why can't we be friends? (I'd really like to know)
Reiterating a desire to understand the barriers preventing friendship.
Contributed by Alexis N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
alfred dreamer
This song should be. considered one of the best electro pop songs of all time. It's so awesome. The video should have millions of views, although I don't like a few small things about it, it's still pretty incredible and unique.
Rubble Stork
agreed - underated song moody - emotive - think I can relate to wandering around a city lonely and aimless
Mac Fin
Sneaky have some really, really, really good songs that should be bigger
Nacho Bidness
I guess I have a new jam to play while I'm getting ready to go out and also battling social anxiety that usually keeps me from going out and meeting people :/
David Irizarry
Nacho Bidness
Hope you are well.
Skeekyy
Oh my God, finally found this song again after 6 years! Times have changed, but I still love it.
resonancy
Brilliant music video. I'm loving the song as well~ Absolutely catchy.
Arakvybez
absolutely love the energy.
James Grove
Awesome voice,way underated,she should be kicking in the states.
Johan Arlebrink Kürcman
Picked up SSS in 2006. How great to find they've released yet another great album. And to find this video from the city I love and where I got married. Shinjuku Kabuki-Cho, Shibuya, Takeshita-dori I'll be back soon to have one more of thoose delicious strawberry, chocolate, whipped cream crêpes. :)