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Because this is what you'll back on
Reflecting on the past, considering what one will look back on
It will cut right through the laughs and all the fun
Highlighting the impact of a serious matter amid laughter and fun
When you were kicked back waiting for the days to end
Recalling moments of waiting for days to pass
Just hanging out with your friends
Describing casual times spent with friends
But sometimes things aren't so easy
Acknowledging the complexity of certain situations
Sometimes you have got to chose between what is simple
Emphasizing the need to make choices, even when not easy
And what you know is right
Recognizing the importance of doing what is morally right
To prove that, "you can count on me"
Expressing commitment to reliability and support
Was what you meant
Confirming the sincerity behind the promise of support
When you spoke up to write the chapter
Referring to taking action to define one's character
On who you are in your heart
Encouraging self-reflection on one's true identity
When we were so in love with pretty words
Remembering a time when ideals like loyalty and unity were cherished
Like loyalty, and unity, this is you legacy
Stating that these ideals form a lasting legacy
Where will you be?
Prompting consideration of one's future and impact
It is really hardly ever that we are tested
Noting the rarity of facing serious tests
Never mind asked to shine
Downplaying the significance of daily challenges compared to being there for a friend
But is there any time more important
Questioning the importance of any time more than when supporting a friend
Then when we're called upon to be there for a friend?
Highlighting the crucial role of being there for friends
Friends, they say it's what makes the best defense
Stating that friendship is a strong defense
What this really comes down to
Identifying an internal struggle or conflict
Is a war within yourself
Describing a personal war and inner turmoil
Face to face with a thousand places that you would rather be
Confronting undesirable situations and choices
And what you chose is gonna bind you to this time
Emphasizing that choices have lasting consequences
Friends, they say it's what makes the best defense
Reiterating the strength of friendships as a defense
And we are all gonna get fucked up sometimes
Acknowledging the inevitability of facing challenges
No one makes it through this shit unharmed
Recognizing that nobody emerges unscathed from life's challenges
The key is finding the ones worth fighting for
Encouraging the pursuit of relationships worth fighting for
And standing for
Advocating for standing up for those relationships
And bleeding for
Emphasizing the depth of commitment and sacrifice for meaningful connections
Where you there or did you run?
Posing a question about one's presence or avoidance in challenging situations
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