A Friend Like You
Barney Lyrics


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A friend, a friend, a friend like you
I need a friend I can really depends on
not just someone funny or cool.
Someone who follows the Lord just like I do
don't wanna be the friend of a fool
Friendship is the gift from God, a gift I can't choose.
I'm so glad He's brought me to you.
Oh, I thank God for a friend like you
when I face a struggle you help me through
I know that your words will be wise and true
so I thank God for sending me a friend like you (friend like you)
(friend like you)2
We always have fun when we're hangin' together
That so much that we like to share
(we like to share)
Trusting the Lord and respecting each other
I know we'll be honest and faith
we can always talk it out when we dis agree
Cause you love the Lord just like me
Oh I thank God for a friend like you
When I face a struggle you help me through
I know that your words will be wise and true (wise n true)
So I thank God for sending you
Oh I thank God...
When I face a struggle... owoo
I know that your words we'll be wise n true




So I thank God for sending me a friend like you... oh oo
you oooo... (friend like you)

Overall Meaning

In Barney's song "A Friend Like You", the singer expresses the desire for a dependable friend, someone whom they can trust, and share their faith with. The song emphasizes the value of friendship and the significance of having someone to rely on in life. It also highlights the importance of having someone that shares the same values, particularly the belief in the Lord or a higher power.


The lyrics further emphasize that a friend is a gift from God and not just someone who is funny or cool. The song conveys that friendship is a two-way street and requires mutual respect, honesty, and trust. It emphasizes the importance of communication and the ability to work through disagreements effectively.


Overall, "A Friend Like You" emphasizes the beauty and importance of friendship grounded in shared values, respect, and trust. It is a reminder of the significant role that friends play in our lives and the value of having someone to rely on in both good and difficult times.


Line by Line Meaning

A friend, a friend, a friend like you
I need a friend I can rely on completely, and you are just that kind of person.


I need a friend I can really depends on
I require a friend who I can completely depend on, and I know I can count on you for that purpose.


not just someone funny or cool.
I am not looking for someone who is only funny or cool, but also someone who can truly understand me and support me.


Someone who follows the Lord just like I do
I need a friend who shares the same faith as me and follows the same path I do.


don't wanna be the friend of a fool
I am not interested in being friends with someone who is foolish and doesn't understand me.


Friendship is the gift from God, a gift I can't choose.
Friendship is God's blessing, and I am grateful for the gift I have received.


I'm so glad He's brought me to you.
I am grateful to God for bringing me to you as a friend, and I am happy to have you in my life.


Oh, I thank God for a friend like you
I am grateful to God for a friend like you and feel blessed to have you in my life.


when I face a struggle you help me through
When I encounter difficult situations, you support and help me overcome them.


I know that your words will be wise and true
I have faith in your words and trust that you will always be honest and truthful with me.


so I thank God for sending me a friend like you (friend like you)
I appreciate God for bringing you into my life as my friend, and I value our friendship immensely.


We always have fun when we're hangin' together
We always enjoy ourselves when we spend time together and have fun.


That so much that we like to share (we like to share)
We share a lot of common interests and enjoy discussing them together.


Trusting the Lord and respecting each other
We have faith in God and also respect each other's beliefs and values.


I know we'll be honest and faith we can always talk it out when we disagree
We believe in honesty and trust, and we know that we can always discuss things openly and resolve any issues we might have.


Cause you love the Lord just like me
We share a strong bond of friendship because we both love the Lord and follow the same path.


When I face a struggle... owoo
Whenever I encounter a challenge or problem, your support and guidance always help me overcome it.


you oooo... (friend like you)
You are my true friend, and I value our friendship a lot.




Writer(s): Joseph K. Phillips

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