Just Friends (Hayden James song)
"Just Friends" is a song by Australian singer Hayden James featuring Boy Matthews. It was released on 27 April 2018 as the second single from James' debut studio album Between Us (2019).[1] The song has peaked at number 26 on the ARIA Singles Chart, becoming James' highest-charting single.[2]
"Just Friends" | ||||
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Single by Hayden James featuring Boy Matthews | ||||
from the album Between Us | ||||
Released | 27 April 2018 | |||
Length | 3:58 | |||
Label | Future Classic | |||
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Hayden James singles chronology | ||||
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Boy Matthews singles chronology | ||||
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Music video | ||||
"Just Friends" on YouTube |
Critical reception
Robin Murray from Clash Music called the song "stellar" saying "The fresh-sounding synth foundation builds into an imposing structure, the nuanced arrangement affording room for that powerful, propulsive vocal. There are shades of Chet Faker or even Disclosure here, a pop-edged underground sound making it on its own terms."[3] Julia Brodnick said "It's super catchy and has me dancing around with its pop-tinges and addictive melodies. Featuring vocals from Boy Matthews that really brings the song to competition, this tune is a perfect one to vibe out with."[4] Amnplify said "[it] is an infectious four-minutes of pitched-down soulful harmonies, driving bass lines and direct vocals from Boy Matthews – all wrapped within Hayden's signature twist of alluring momentum and rolling grooves."[5]
Track listing
Digital download
- "Just Friends" – 3:58
Digital download[6]
- "Just Friends" (Paul Woodford remix) – 6:50
- "Just Friends" (Paul Woodford dub) – 5:17
Digital download[7]
- "Just Friends" (Mat Joe remix) – 3:01
Charts
Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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Australia (ARIA)[11] | Platinum | 70,000 |
*sales figures based on certification alone |
References
- "Just Friends (feat. Boy Matthews) – Single by Hayden James". iTunes Store. Retrieved 27 April 2018.
- "Australian-charts.com – Hayden James feat. Boy Matthews – Just Friends". ARIA Top 50 Singles. Retrieved 10 November 2018.
- "Listen: Hayden James - 'Just Friends' ft. Boy Matthews". Clash Music. 2 May 2018. Retrieved 20 May 2018.
- "HAYDEN JAMES RELEASES NEW TUNE "JUST FRIENDS"; OUT NOW ON FUTURE CLASSIC". EDM Identity. 28 April 2018. Retrieved 20 May 2018.
- "HAYDEN JAMES Announces national tour in support of recent single "JUST FRIENDS"". Amnplify. 17 May 2018. Retrieved 20 May 2018.
- "Just Friends Paul Woodford Remix". Apple Music. 2018. Retrieved 18 February 2020.
- "Just Friends Mat Joe Remix". Apple Music. 12 October 2018. Retrieved 18 February 2020.
- "ARIA End of Year Singles 2018". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
- "ARIA Australian Artist End of Year Singles Chart 2018". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 15 January 2020.
- "ARIA Australian Artist End of Year Singles Chart 2019". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 15 January 2020.
- "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2018 Singles". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 8 February 2020.