We Could Be Friends
Van Risseghem · Other Songs - Van Risseghem
Under an October sky
You were looking there at me
With your deep brown eyes
And I said to myself
Why don't I give her a try?
I think I may, I think I might
Try and make her mine tonight
I said "Hey, we could be friends
From the beginning to the very end
And it don't matter what they say
'Cause I will love you
To the very last day of our lives
When all of our friends
Are going after perfect tens
I'll find no need to pretend
That you are far more beautiful
Than all of the girls
With their head in the clouds
'Cause the one who I've found
Is more desirable."
Soon I'll die and I'll be with the Lord
In that home in heaven
That I've been waiting for
And I'll walk down those streets
Of gold with pride
'Cause from the early moments
Of my life I realized...
We Could Be Friends
Van Risseghem's 'We Could Be Friends' stands as a defining track within the electronic and ambient landscape of the late 2000s. The song exemplifies his signature approach, blending atmospheric textures with melodic sensibilities that prioritize emotional resonance over conventional rhythmic structures. Released during a period where he was refining his sound across various projects, the recording captures a sense of introspection and connection that became a hallmark of his discography. The track has since been recognized for its ability to evoke a specific mood, often cited alongside other works like 'We Are All Full Of Love' and 'Let Go' as key examples of his contribution to the genre. Its enduring presence in the catalogue reflects its status as a significant piece of electronic music history from that era.