Friend or Foe
Adam & The Ants, Adam Ant
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Keep your philosophy Take it up or leave it It doesn't apply to me I'm not gonna change a bit If it means heartache then leave it out for your sake I tried and I try tried to take care of my insides Nobody's perfect so leave me if you object I want those who get to know me to become admirers or my enemies When you're a pirouetting, highkicking thighslapping cruiser When you're a hipgrinding spellbinding clean cut seducer You have to be careful so people take note I take it serious, but I still like a joke I want those who get to know me to become admirers or my enemies Take it up or leave it I'm not gonna change a bit If it means heartache then leave it out for your sake I tried and I try tried but still you say that I lied Nobody's perfect so leave me if you object Keep your philosophy it doesn't apply to me If it means heartache then leave it out for your sake, your sake I tried and I try tried But still you say that I lied Nobody's perfect so leave me if you object
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Written by: MARCO PIRRONI, ADAM ANT
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10 facts about this song
Artist Information"Friend or Foe" is a song performed by Adam Ant, an English singer and musician. Adam Ant (real name Stuart Leslie Goddard) rose to fame as the lead singer of the new wave band "Adam & the Ants" and later as a solo artist.
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Album FactsThe song "Friend or Foe" is the title track from Adam Ant's first solo album, also called "Friend or Foe." The album was released in 1982.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its unusual style, the song was successful in the charts. In the UK, it peaked at no. 9 in the Singles Chart and was Adam Ant's fifth top-ten hit single in that country.
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Music StyleThe song "Friend or Foe," like most of Adam Ant's works, is characterized by its unique punk/new wave genre, mixing punk energy with a more glamorous and theatrical presentation.
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Song ThemeThe song discusses the ambiguity of relationships, particularly from a friendship perspective. The terms 'friend' and 'foe' explore themes of trust, loyalty, and betrayal.
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Music VideoThere is an official music video for "Friend or Foe", which like many of Adam Ant's music videos, features his signature theatrical style.
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Album SuccessThe album "Friend or Foe" that the song is featured on ended up being the highest charting solo album for Adam Ant.
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Other Notable SongsOther famous tracks from the same album include "Goody Two Shoes" and "Desperate But Not Serious". "Goody Two Shoes" was Adam Ant's first solo number 1 hit in the UK.
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Lyric Composition"Friend or Foe" features a distinctly catchy chorus with repetitive lyrics, which makes it memorable for listeners.
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Live PerformancesAdam Ant has performed "Friend or Foe" on many occasions during his concerts, ensuring it remains a fan favorite decades after its release.
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