Episode 86 - FRIENDS Theme Song: "I'll Be There For You"

Published: June 5, 2021, 4 a.m.

A Friends reunion special is streaming on HBO Max. Since 1994, this TV sitcom has been popular thanks to its cast, screenwriting, and theme song: "I'll Be There For You". I discuss all 3 elements in this episode, and how "I'll Be There For You" was released as a successful extended single.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Songs mentioned that influenced writing "I'll Be There For You": https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2D8iFdSHES7lfqHFixoFtK?si=23b03924990d43b7

"I'll Be There For You" - The Rembrandts (1994-1996)
"Shiny Happy People" (1991), "It's The End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)" (1987) - R.E.M.
"I Feel Fine" - The Beatles (1964)
"Pleasant Valley Sunday" - The Monkees (1967)
"Take The Money and Run" - Steve Miller Band (1976)