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Gary Numan's "Are 'Friends' Electric?" is a synth-driven electronic track that channels the eerie, futuristic sound of late-1970s new wave and electronic rock. The song exemplifies Numan's pioneering work with synthesizers to explore themes of isolation and technological alienation through haunting melodies and mechanical textures. The track has spawned numerous covers and remixes, cementing its status as a foundational piece of electronic music that continues to resonate across genres.