Sleeping with a Friend

Neon Trees

About Sleeping with a Friend

"Sleeping with a Friend" is a song written and performed by American rock band Neon Trees. It was originally recorded by the band for their third studio album, Pop Psychology (2014). The song was released as the first single from Pop Psychology on January 11, 2014.


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2014
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All my friends, they’re different people
Anxious like the ocean in a storm
When we go out, yeah, we’re electric
Coursing through our bodies ’til we’re one

And why mess up a good thing, baby?
It’s a risk to even fall in love
So, when you give that look to me
I better look back carefully
‘Cause this is trouble, yeah this is trouble

I said ooh, ooh
You got me in the mood, mood
I’m scared
But if my heart’s gonna break before the night will end
I said, ooh, ooh we’re in danger
Sleeping with a friend, sleeping with a friend

All my friends, stay up past midnight
Looking for the thing to fill the void
I don’t go out much like I used to
Something ’bout the strangers and the noise

And why leave when I got you, baby?
It’s a risk but babe, I need the thrill
I never said you’d be easy
But if it was all up to me
I’d be no trouble, hey, we’re in trouble

I said ooh, ooh
You got me in the mood, mood
I’m scared
But if my heart’s gonna break before the night will end
I said, ooh, ooh we’re in danger
Sleeping with a friend, sleeping with a friend

We are both young, hot-blooded people
We don’t wanna die alone
Two become one, it could be lethal
Sleeping with a friend

All my friends
All my friends
All my friends
All my friends

I said ooh, ooh
You got me in the mood, mood
I’m scared
But if my heart’s gonna break before the night will end
I said, ooh, ooh we’re in danger
Sleeping with a friend

(All my friends) Sleeping with a friend
(All my friends)
If my heart’s gonna break before the night will end
I said, ooh, ooh we’re in danger
Sleeping with a friend

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Neon Trees

Neon Trees is an American pop rock band from Provo, Utah, with origins in Murrieta, California. The band received nationwide exposure in late 2008 when they opened several North American tour dates for the band The Killers. Not long after, the band was signed by Mercury Records and released their first full length album, Habits, in 2010. Their first single "Animal" climbed to No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Alternative rock Chart. more »

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Written by: TIMOTHY PAGNOTTA, TYLER GLENN

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Sleeping with a Friend" was released as the lead single from Neon Trees' third studio album, "Pop Psychology," on January 11, 2014.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, peaking at No. 51 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Theme
Lyrically, the song explores the complexities and potential riskiness of friendships turning into romantic relationships.
Musical Style
The song is a blend of indie rock and new wave music and contains heavy synth lines.
Songwriting Credits
Neon Trees lead vocalist Tyler Glenn is credited as the primary songwriter for "Sleeping with a Friend", demonstrating his talent and contribution to the band's music.
Music Video
In the music video, the band members are seen engaging with multiple colorful props, reflecting the playful and colorful aesthetic that was presented in the album "Pop Psychology".
Reception
Critics gave mixed to positive reviews about the song, with some praising its catchy tune and others criticizing the lyrics for being too repetitive.
Inspiration
In various interviews, Tyler Glenn has mentioned that the song was inspired by his own experiences of navigating love and friendship and the friction that can occur when those two collide.
Popularity
Apart from its high ranking in the Billboard Hot 100, "Sleeping with a Friend" also reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, showcasing its widespread appeal.
Live Performances
Neon Trees performed "Sleeping with a Friend" on numerous television shows, including "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," to promote not only the song but also their album.
Musicianship
The song features the typical line-up of Neon Trees, with Tyler Glenn on vocals and keyboard, Chris Allen on lead guitar, Branden Campbell on bass, and Elaine Bradley on drums and percussion.
Alternation of Tempo
"Sleeping with a Friend" alternates between upbeat, fast-paced sections and slow, dreamy interludes, demonstrating the group's diverse musical range.

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