Friday Night (Floy Joy song)
"Friday Night" is a 1984 single by the British soul and pop band Floy Joy. It was written by Floy Joy members Shaun Ward, Grant Showbiz, and Carroll Thompson. The song is a moderately paced, synth-driven track with strong soul and funk influences, centered around the anticipation and excitement surrounding the weekend, particularly Friday night. The lyrics evoke a feeling of freedom, fun, and escape from the work week.
"Friday Night" was a commercial success for Floy Joy, reaching the UK Top 20. It is considered one of their signature songs and remains a popular track on 1980s-themed radio stations and playlists. The single was released on Virgin Records.