Friends

Whodini

About Friends

"Friends" is a song by the American hip-hop group Whodini. The song reached #4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The song was less successful on the Hot 100, spending 3 weeks on the chart and peaking at #87. The song was sampled on the Nickelodeon sitcom Taina on the song "Thought that we were friends", which was sung by Christina Vidal who played the title character. The song was also sampled by Will Smith for the track "Potnas" on his 1999 Album Willennium.  


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Friends 
How many of us have them?
Friends
Ones we can depend on
Friends
How many of us have them?
Friends
Before we go any further, lets be
Friends

Is a word we use everyday
Most the time we use it in the wrong way
Now you can look the word up, again and again
But the dictionary doesn't know the meaning of friends

And if you ask me, you know, I couldnt be much help
Because A friend is somebody you judge for yourself
Some are ok, and they treat you real cool
But some mistake kindness for bein a fool

We like to be with some, because they're funny
Others come around when they need some money
Some you grew up with, around the way
And you're still real close too this very day

Homeboys through the Summer, Winter, Spring and Fall
And then there's some we wish we never knew at all
And this list goes on, again and again
But these are the people that we call friends
 
When we first went out together, we barely knew each other
We had no intentions, on becoming lovers
But in no time at all, you became my girl
Me and you, one on one, against the world
Talkin on the telephone for hours at a time
Or else I was at your house, or you was at mine
Then came the arguements and all kinds of problems
Besides making love, we had nothing in common
It couldnt last long because it started out strong
But I guess we went about the whole thing wrong
Cause out of nowhere it just came to an end
Because we became lovers before we were friends

Friends 
How many of us have them?
Friends
Ones we can depend on
Friends
How many of us have them?
Friends
Before we go any further, lets be
Friends
 
You say you and your girlfriend were so tight
You took her out with you and your guy one night
She even had a set of keys to your home
And you shared mostly everything you owned

But as she shook your hand, she stole your man
And it was done so swift, it had to be a plan
Couldn't trust her with cheese, let alone your keys
With friends like that you don't need enemies
 
You wonder how long it was all going on
And your still not sure if your man is gone
You say, well if she took him he was never mine
But deep inside you know that's just another lie

And now you're kinda cold to the people you meet
Cause of something that was done to you by some creep
But nevertheless, I'll say it again
That these are the people that we call friends

Friends
How many of us have them?
Friends
Before we go any further, lets be 
Friends
 
Friends 
How many of us have them?
Friends
Ones we can depend on
Friends
How many of us have them?
Friends
Before we go any further, lets be
Friends

Friends 
How many of us have them?
Friends
Ones we can depend on
Friends
How many of us have them?
Friends
Before we go any further, lets be
Friends

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Whodini

Whodini is a hip hop group that was formed in 1981. The Brooklyn, New York-based trio consisted of vocalist and main lyricist Jalil Hutchins; co-vocalist John Fletcher, aka Ecstasy (who wore a Zorro-style hat as his trademark); and turntable artist DJ Drew Carter, aka Grandmaster Dee. more »

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Written by: Jalil Hutchins, Lawrence Smith

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave

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7 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Friends" by Whodini was released as a single in 1984 off their second album "Escape." - The song was one of the first hip-hop songs to question the meaning and depth of friendships.
Chart Performance
The single reached #4 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and #87 on the Billboard Hot 100. - Despite not cracking the top 40 on the general Hot 100 chart, its impact and popularity in the hip-hop community were significant.
Song Details
The song was produced by Larry Smith, who was instrumental in shaping the sound of early hip-hop and it features a synthesizer-based beat. - Its catchy hook and straightforward lyrics about the intricacies of friendship struck a chord with listeners, making it a hip-hop classic.
Cultural Impact
This track has been sampled and covered by several artists across different genres due to its universal and timeless message. - Examples include the KRS-One's 1997 song "Friend," Nas's 2001 hit "Got Ur Self A...," MF DOOM's 2004 song "Deep Fried Frenz," and many more.
Performance and Music Video
Whodini's energetic performance of "Friends" during the 1984 show has been cited as a highlight in the annals of hip-hop live performances. - The music video, which was ahead of it's time, featured different scenarios demonstrating the theme of friendship, including friends betraying each other and friends supporting one another.
Band Details
Whodini was an American hip hop group that was formed in 1982 and consisted of Jalil Hutchins, John "Ecstasy" Fletcher and DJ Drew "Grandmaster Dee" Carter. - "Friends" is one of their most popular songs alongside other hits like "Freaks come out at night" and "One Love."
Social Message
The song still resonates in today's society as it discusses whether a friend can be trusted or not. - It encourages listeners to evaluate their friendships and to understand the true definition of what a friend should be.

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