"Sleeping with a Friend" is a song written and performed by American

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. It was originally recorded by the band for their third studio album, ''

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'' (2014). The song was released as the first single from ''Pop Psychology'' on January 11, 2014.

Background

According to Tyler Glenn, "Sleeping with a Friend" was inspired from the album So by

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. Glenn stated "Sonically speaking it's our biggest-sounding song to date".

Reception

Heather Allen at Mind Equals Blown describes it as a catchy song, stating "The keyboard and drums thrown into the spotlight with the guitars subtle in the background is truly what gives "Sleeping With a Friend" its old-school feel."

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Personnel

;Neon Trees * Tyler Glenn – lead vocals, piano, synthesizer * Christopher Allen – guitar, backing vocals * Branden Campbell – bass, backing vocals * Elaine Bradley – drums, backing vocals

Release history

References

{{Neon Trees Neon Trees songs 2014 singles 2014 songs Mercury Records singles Songs written by Tyler Glenn Songs written by Tim Pagnotta