: It was the 9th best-selling single of 2018 worldwide, moving 9.6 million track-equivalent units.
: It won Best New International Artist Video at Japan's MTV VMAJ 2018.
: The track was written by Marshmello, Anne-Marie, and Nat Dunn, with production handled by Marshmello. Music Video Details : It was the 9th best-selling single of
The collaboration between American DJ Marshmello and British singer Anne-Marie , "," was released on February 9, 2018 , as the fifth single from Anne-Marie's debut album, Speak Your Mind . Dubbed the " Official Friendzone Anthem ," the track is a sharp EDM-pop rejection of a friend who wants to pursue a romantic relationship. Production & Creative Background
: The song peaked at #4 on the UK Singles Chart and #11 on the US Billboard Hot 100 . Music Video Details The collaboration between American DJ
: Anne-Marie based the lyrics on real-life frustrations with men who wouldn't accept her platonic boundaries. The iconic chorus literally spells out " F-R-I-E-N-D-S " to make the message unmistakably clear.
: As of April 2026, the song remains a staple on social platforms with over 12.2 million video creations on TikTok. : Anne-Marie based the lyrics on real-life frustrations
: Set at a house party, the video shows Marshmello attempting to win Anne-Marie's affection—cleaning up the house to avoid leaving—while she and her friends repeatedly try to kick him out. Alternate Versions :