Ben
Brotherhood Unveiled: A Musical Journey of Friendship with Jimmy Clifton's 'Ben'
Lyrics
I had three quarters in my pocket just for you
I made efforts and sacrifices for you, symbolized by the quarters in my pocket.
I bought shirt with a message just for you
I purchased a shirt specifically with a message intended for you.
I gave up some good ideas just for you
I abandoned certain good ideas or opportunities because of my love for you.
Because I love you my brother, I do
Expressing deep affection and care for you, my brother.
I wrote a handful of songs to you
I wrote several songs about your experiences, particularly about heartbreak.
How your girl broke your heart
Describing the pain caused by a girl who hurt you emotionally.
And how that paper airplane flew
Referencing a moment or gesture connected to your shared experiences.
We spent hundreds of hours being blue
We spent a considerable amount of time feeling sad or melancholic together.
Over music, girls, and Age of Empires 2
We invested numerous hours discussing music, girls, and playing a game (Age of Empires 2).
And every year I reminisce on how I'm blessed to be your friend
Reflecting annually on the gratitude for having you as a friend.
When I yelled and held up fists I regret cause I'd defend you
Regretting moments of conflict where I defended you fiercely.
If they ever tried to fight you I'd be here just right beside you
Promising unwavering support and loyalty in case someone threatened you.
Oh I'm thankful we're becoming men
Expressing gratitude for the shared journey into adulthood.
And I'm thankful that I have you, Ben
Thankfulness for having you, Ben, as a significant part of my life.
Your sweater game's the best I've ever seen
Appreciating your exceptional taste in sweaters or clothing style.
And we spent summer working out and getting lean
We spent time during summer exercising and aiming for physical fitness.
We made a band, moved out, and plan to live out our dreams
We formed a band, moved out, and aspire to achieve our dreams together.
When it's tough you make it better than it seems
You make challenging situations seem more manageable or optimistic.
Got a text all it said was, "dude"
Received a message containing limited information, possibly related to success or achievement.
And immediately I just somehow knew
Having an intuitive feeling or understanding about a message, possibly about success.
Nfgn, or maybe Ben, or Will they made it huge
Speculating about initials or names related to someone achieving success.
But all I know's we'll tour and hit the road real soon
Belief in future touring or traveling together despite uncertainties.
And every year I reminisce on how I'm blessed to be your friend
Reflecting annually on the gratitude for having you as a friend.
When I yelled and held up fists I regret cause I'd defend you
Regretting moments of conflict where I defended you fiercely.
If they ever tried to fight you I'd be here just right beside you
Promising unwavering support and loyalty in case someone threatened you.
Oh I'm thankful we're becoming men
Expressing gratitude for the shared journey into adulthood.
And I'm thankful that I have you, Ben
Thankfulness for having you, Ben, as a significant part of my life.
Oh don't waste your time
Advising against wasting time by contemplating giving up.
Thinking, "giving up is better"
Discouraging thoughts that abandoning efforts is a better option.
'Cause it takes our lives
Highlighting that perseverance is essential in our lives.
But the Father has a letter:
Metaphorically referencing a message from a higher power (the Father) encouraging perseverance.
Says He's wants us to keep on
Encouragement to continue moving forward for the higher purpose, remaining resilient.
You know, for Him He'll keep us strong
Assurance that strength will be provided when faced with difficulties for the higher cause.
When it's tough, when you're tired, when you're blue
Reminding you to remember that I'm here for support during tough times.
Just remember you got me to hold onto
Offering support and comfort during difficult moments, symbolized by holding on.
*Whistling (because Ben likes whistling)
Indicating a playful or personal detail about whistling, something enjoyed by Ben.
And every year I reminisce on how I'm blessed to be your friend
Reflecting annually on the gratitude for having you as a friend.
When I yelled and held up fists I regret cause I'd defend you
Regretting moments of conflict where I defended you fiercely.
If they ever tried to fight you I'd be here just right beside you
Promising unwavering support and loyalty in case someone threatened you.
Oh I'm thankful we're becoming men
Expressing gratitude for the shared journey into adulthood.
And I'm thankful that I have you, Ben
Thankfulness for having you, Ben, as a significant part of my life.
Yes, I'm thankful that I have you, Ben
Reiteration of thankfulness for having you, Ben, as a significant part of my life.
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