Friends

Navigating Selfish Relationships: "Friends" by Ukiyo
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Lyrics

Only want me when you feel like

Expresses the feeling of being wanted only when convenient.

Always thinking of yourself right

Points out a perceived self-centered nature in the other person.

When I need you on my side

Highlights the desire for support and companionship in challenging times.


I can't catch up to where you're at

Illustrates a sense of distance and difficulty catching up with the other person.

we're dancing off the track

Suggests a deviation from the expected path, possibly in the relationship.

Just going Forward and back

Describes a cyclical or repetitive nature of the relationship, moving forward and backward.


Like we trade moves

Implies a competitive dynamic, exchanging actions or gestures.

Just to prove

Expands on the competitive theme, emphasizing the need to prove oneself.

which one can't lose (out of us 2)

Suggests a struggle to determine the weaker party in the relationship.

We don't have to be friends yeah

Questions the necessity of friendship, indicating a strained connection.

but I'm needing you to play fair

Expresses a plea for fairness and equitable behavior despite the challenges.


No No No

Denies or rejects a proposal or suggestion with a strong negative response.

Too much salt

Metaphorically refers to an excessive presence of negativity or criticism.

It's you with the problem

Attributes a perceived issue to the other person, denying personal responsibility.

That aint my fault

Asserts innocence and disconnection from the mentioned problem.

I'm feeling tall

Describes a fluctuating emotional state, feeling both confident and insecure.

then feeling small with you

Expresses the impact of the other person on self-esteem, causing highs and lows.

im running into constant walls

Describes facing continuous obstacles or challenges in the relationship.

I'm not the type to be in drama

States a preference for avoiding drama and conflict.

So im not liking the insomia

Expresses dislike for experiencing insomnia, possibly caused by relationship issues.

you know it gets me down

Acknowledges the emotional impact of certain situations, leading to feeling down.

so I can't have you around

Declares the necessity of keeping the other person away for emotional well-being.


Like we trade moves

Reiterates the theme of exchanging actions or gestures in a competitive manner.

Just to prove

Re-emphasizes the need to prove superiority in the relationship.

which one can't lose (out of us 2)

Recalls the ongoing struggle to determine the weaker party in the relationship.

We don't have to be friends yeah

Reiterates the optional nature of friendship, given the challenges.

but I'm needing you to play fair

Restates the plea for fair play and equitable behavior despite difficulties.

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