My Friend
5 Chinese Brothers Lyrics

Found a dirt road beneath my feet
I lost my way by taking a wrong turn and ended up on a rough path.

Must have wandered off the main street
I strayed from the familiar path and landed in an unfamiliar place.

When I was looking up instead of looking down
I was too focused on the alluring city view and forgot to pay attention to where I was walking.

I was enjoying the city sights
I was captivated by the city's beauty.

Wanted to compare them with the northern lights
I longed to see the natural beauty of the northern lights and to compare them to the city.

I guess that's how I wound up way outside of town
As a result, I found myself far away from the city.

Now I'm wondering if I should go back
I'm thinking about whether I should return to the city.

Or search around for an unbeaten track
Alternatively, I might explore a new and unknown path.

I wish that you were here to show me how
I miss my friend, who could give me guidance.

Oh my friend, oh my friend
I rely on my friend to help me through difficult situations.

I'm wondering what you would do now
I'm curious to know how my friend would react to my current situation.

'Cause I wasted my good looks
I squandered my youth and beauty.

Oh television and beer
I spent my time watching TV and drinking beer.

And cynical heroes with nothing to say
I looked up to jaded and unimpressive role models.

Now I'm living in my second stage
I'm entering a new phase of life, between youth and middle-age.

Between my youth and my middle age
I'm at a crossroads and unsure of what comes next.

Hope when it's over I don't feel the same way
I hope that when this phase of life ends, I won't have the same regrets.

Just because you've left the bad behind
Leaving behind negative aspects of your past doesn't mean you'll automatically find something better.

Doesn't guarantee what you'll find
There are no guarantees when you're making a fresh start.

So I'm thinking of you to make me strong
I'm drawing on my friend's strength and support to get through this uncertain time.

Am I going where I belong
I'm questioning whether I'm on the right path in life.

150 rum by the double shot
I'm drinking heavily to mask my worries.

Warmed up in an aluminum pot
I'm using whatever means necessary to get through this difficult time.

I'm trading my tomorrows for today
I'm living in the moment, potentially sacrificing my future for temporary pleasure.

Life's a gamble when you don't toe the line
Taking risks can be reckless and unpredictable.

I want to let it ride every time
Despite the risks, I'm inclined to gamble and take my chances.

Winning or losing, learning something along the way
Regardless of the outcome, I hope to learn from my experiences and grow.

If this song sounds like a fan letter
This song is an expression of gratitude and admiration.

It's 'cause you just keep getting better
I'm grateful for my friend's unwavering support and encouragement.

I want to thank you for your high and lonesome sound
I appreciate my friend's unique and soulful voice.

Thank God there's still good friends around
I'm grateful for good friends who provide comfort, guidance, and a sense of belonging.