Best Friend
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Whenever I'm down, I call on you my friend
A helping hand you lend, in my time of need so I
I'm calling you now, just to make it through
What else can I do, don't you hear my plea

Friends may come and friends may go
But you should know that
That I've got your back, it's automatic
So never hesitate to call
'cause I'm your sister and always for ya and I

1-I don't know what I'd ever do without you
From the beginning to the end
You've always been here by my side
So I'll call you my best friend
Through the good times and the bad ones
Whether I lose or if I win
I know one thing that never changes and
That's you as my best friend

Whenever I'm down
With all that's going on
It's really going on
Just one of those days
When ya, ya say the right things, to keep me moving
To keep me going strong, what else can I say?

Friends are there through thick and thin
Well I've been told that
And I believe that it's automatic
Call me when you need a friend
'cause I'm your sister and always for ya and I don't know

Repeat 1 (2x)

Oh yeah
I'll be there for you
When you're going through
Things that may need a friend
Friend you can count on me, call me when you need me, oh yeah





Repeat 1 (2x)

Overall Meaning

The song "Best Friend" by Brandy is a tribute to a loyal friend who stands by the singer's side and supports her through thick and thin. The lyrics talk about how the singer can always count on her friend during tough times and how their friendship has lasted for a long time. The singer highlights the importance of having a best friend who is always there to provide support, encouragement, and comfort.


The lyrics also acknowledge the transient nature of friendships, as the singer states that friends may come and go, but a best friend is someone who is always there. The song speaks to the experience of many people, who have relied on a close friend or a sibling during difficult times. The singer uses the phrase "sister" to convey the deep bond that she shares with her best friend, emphasizing the familial quality of their relationship.


Overall, "Best Friend" is a heartfelt song that celebrates the special bond between two people who have been there for each other through thick and thin.


Line by Line Meaning

Whenever I'm down, I call on you my friend
In times of distress, I reach out to you for support


A helping hand you lend, in my time of need so I
You always offer assistance when I need it the most


I'm calling you now, just to make it through
I need your aid once again to get by


What else can I do, don't you hear my plea
I'm relying on you to listen and come through for me


Friends may come and friends may go
People enter and leave our lives constantly


But you should know that
I want you to always remember that


That I've got your back, it's automatic
I will always support you, it's instinctual


So never hesitate to call
Don't think twice about reaching out to me


'cause I'm your sister and always for ya and I
As your close friend, I will always be here for you


I don't know what I'd ever do without you
I can't imagine my life without you in it


From the beginning to the end
Throughout our entire relationship


You've always been here by my side
You've been a constant presence in my life


So I'll call you my best friend
You are the closest friend I have


Through the good times and the bad ones
During moments of happiness as well as difficulty


Whether I lose or if I win
Regardless of the outcome of situations


I know one thing that never changes and
One thing I can always count on is that


That's you as my best friend
You will always be my closest and most loyal friend


With all that's going on
During times of chaos and confusion


It's really going on
When things are happening that are hard to handle


Just one of those days
Days where everything seems to be going wrong


When ya, ya say the right things, to keep me moving
You say the perfect words to motivate me and keep me going


To keep me going strong, what else can I say?
Your encouragement and support is what helps me stay strong


Friends are there through thick and thin
True friends will stick with you even during rough times


Well I've been told that
Others have shared this sentiment with me


And I believe that it's automatic
I also believe it's instinctual for true friends to be there for each other


Call me when you need a friend
When you need someone to talk to or support, don't hesitate to call me


'cause I'm your sister and always for ya and I don't know
As your close friend, I will always be here for you and support you


Oh yeah
An expression of enthusiasm and agreement


I'll be there for you
I will support and help you


When you're going through
During times when you're facing challenges


Things that may need a friend
During moments where you need the assistance of a close friend


Friend you can count on me, call me when you need me, oh yeah
You can always rely on me to be there for you when you need me




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Comments from YouTube:

Ben Bolton

this is a great song thanks for sending it to me

John James

Thanks, I appreciate you checking out my video. I am glad you like this song. I had this on 12" Vinyl Record back in 1995. I had Brandy's debut studio album entitled "Brandy" on compact disc in late 1994.

Ben Bolton

John James i need to get that album at some point

John James

It should still be available on Compact Disc. You could order on Google Play or iTunes Store. The Audio Compact Disc (CD) is £4.94 on www.amazon.co.uk https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brandy/dp/B000002IZ7/ref=sr_1_1_twi_aud_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1510976747&sr=1-1&keywords=Brandy&dpID=41bmTFhQKAL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Ben Bolton

i might check it out thanks

John James

You are welcome.

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