It reached #1 on the Commercial Web Radio chart and peaked in the top 20 of the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart.
Lyrically, "Best Friend" is a straightforward celebration of and the joy of having a reliable social circle. The inclusion of Alisa Ueno adds a unique layer to the track, as she contributes lyrics in Japanese , reinforcing the global, inclusive feel of the collaboration. Commercial Success and Pop Culture Impact
"Best Friend" is a high-energy dance-pop anthem by the American duo , featuring an international lineup of collaborators: Australian twin sisters NERVO , New York-based electronic duo The Knocks , and Japanese DJ/model Alisa Ueno . Released in September 2017, the track became a global breakthrough for the group, largely fueled by its high-profile placement in the commercial for the iPhone X . Musical Composition and Style
It became a staple on alternative and indie stations, showcasing the duo's ability to bridge the gap between underground dance music and mainstream pop.
The track has amassed hundreds of millions of streams, remaining one of the most recognizable songs in SOFI TUKKER's discography. The Vibrant Music Video
While the song was already gaining traction in the dance community, its popularity exploded after selected it as the soundtrack for their "Meet iPhone X" reveal. This exposure helped the song climb multiple charts:
"Best Friend" did more than just sell phones; it established SOFI TUKKER as a dominant force in modern . It proved that a multilingual, multi-artist collaboration could achieve massive commercial success without losing its indie-electronic soul.
The accompanying music video captures the "friendship" theme perfectly. Filmed in , it features all the collaborators hanging out, riding ATVs, and enjoying the island's scenery. The aesthetic is bright, colorful, and chaotic, mirroring the eclectic fashion sense of Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern.
It reached #1 on the Commercial Web Radio chart and peaked in the top 20 of the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart.
Lyrically, "Best Friend" is a straightforward celebration of and the joy of having a reliable social circle. The inclusion of Alisa Ueno adds a unique layer to the track, as she contributes lyrics in Japanese , reinforcing the global, inclusive feel of the collaboration. Commercial Success and Pop Culture Impact
"Best Friend" is a high-energy dance-pop anthem by the American duo , featuring an international lineup of collaborators: Australian twin sisters NERVO , New York-based electronic duo The Knocks , and Japanese DJ/model Alisa Ueno . Released in September 2017, the track became a global breakthrough for the group, largely fueled by its high-profile placement in the commercial for the iPhone X . Musical Composition and Style
It became a staple on alternative and indie stations, showcasing the duo's ability to bridge the gap between underground dance music and mainstream pop.
The track has amassed hundreds of millions of streams, remaining one of the most recognizable songs in SOFI TUKKER's discography. The Vibrant Music Video
While the song was already gaining traction in the dance community, its popularity exploded after selected it as the soundtrack for their "Meet iPhone X" reveal. This exposure helped the song climb multiple charts:
"Best Friend" did more than just sell phones; it established SOFI TUKKER as a dominant force in modern . It proved that a multilingual, multi-artist collaboration could achieve massive commercial success without losing its indie-electronic soul.
The accompanying music video captures the "friendship" theme perfectly. Filmed in , it features all the collaborators hanging out, riding ATVs, and enjoying the island's scenery. The aesthetic is bright, colorful, and chaotic, mirroring the eclectic fashion sense of Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern.
