By a Friend
Embracing Bonds: Discovering Truth in Friendship
Lyrics
Say to me what you really mean
Solicit honest communication from me
I won't ever give you reason to lie
I'll always behave in a way that doesn't provoke lying
See into me, what I am is in my eyes
My true essence is reflected in my eyes
And I'm willing to believe the same in you
I'm open to believing the same truthfulness in you
I think I'm ready now, I'm only learning how
I feel prepared but still in the process of learning
Is there anyone around who has a plan?
Seeking guidance or direction from someone
I'm not a lonely man, there are those who think I am
Despite perceptions, I don't feel lonely, though some think I do
But I'd rather be alone until I'm standing by a friend
I prefer solitude until I'm loyal to a true friend
By a friend I've known only minutes
A friend I've recently met
By a friend I've known all my life
A friend who has been part of my life for a long time
To you friend I say let us go outside and play
Inviting a friend to enjoy life together
In the laughter, in the rain
Embracing joy and merriment
In the sunlight, in the pain
Experiencing moments of happiness and pain together
Everyone I've ever known needs a friend
Everyone requires companionship
A warm hand in hand
Need for a comforting presence
Every woman and man
Emphasizing the universal need for friendship
You want to make a good friend, do it now
Encouragement to initiate friendships without delay
Brother why wait around?
Asking why delay forming bonds with others
Sister don't let me down
Urging a sister not to disappoint in friendship
Cause you pass right by a friend
Noticing missed opportunities to connect as friends
And they might never come again oh yeah
Warning about potential regrets for not embracing friendships
Don't you know me?
Questioning if someone truly understands the speaker
What I really mean
Expressing a desire for understanding
Is there something here that you can understand?
Asking if there's mutual comprehension or connection
I am not afraid oh to open up my hand
Not afraid to offer help or support
And I stretch it out to see
Willingness to test the trustworthiness of a friend
If it's taken by a friend
Observing if a gesture of friendship is accepted
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