Friends
Ellie Lawson Lyrics

Under the neon light, feeling real hype
Excited by the vibrant city atmosphere around her

Right now I do as I like, playing no wife type, living life
Taking control of her own experiences, refusing to be tied down

I want no strife, only fun, and it's just begun
Desiring a conflict-free existence full of adventure

Start off the night in a bar in London
Choosing to kick off her night out in a bustling bar setting

I've often wondered if we could go out, what you're all about
Curious about what a relationship with this person would entail

Stunned by your looks, now you're here, with no doubt
Overwhelmed by their physical appearance and now they are together

It's weird that you're shy, never look in my eye
Noting the other person's timid demeanor around her

Open your mouth wide, fulla clout, always a smile
Intimidated by their intelligence and charismatic personality

Don't wanna be more than just friends
Preferring to keep the relationship platonic

I don't know if its real or if it's just pretend
Not entirely sure if the feelings they have are genuine or not

I want it to be right and I don't want it to end
Hoping to find a meaningful connection that lasts

Decided then
Making a firm decision to keep the relationship non-romantic

I buy the drinks, and you lend me ten
Paying for the drinks and borrowing some money from the other person

Sit by your side and you recommend this club called The End
Spending time together, with the other person suggesting a new place to go

So we move slowly, gentle the flow
Taking things at a leisurely pace, without any rush

Putting my arm around you, so easy to know
Showing affection, with no hesitation or doubt

Giving no false pretenses, still a true a gent though
Being genuine about intentions, with an underlying sense of kindness

I could grow into giving you love, I tell you so
Acknowledging the possibility of romantic feelings developing

Plus you'd never bug me, all emotion is free
Appreciating the other person's ability to communicate openly and honestly

Don't have to think before I speak, and wonder how you receive me
Feeling comfortable to express herself without fear of judgement

I used to be confused/used to rude pseudo love
Reflecting on past experiences with misguided affection

Though I knew there were more true feelings to explore
Always recognizing that there was more to love than what she had previously known

Walking out his door/emotionally poor
Leaving an unhealthy relationship behind, feeling drained

Played his whore/though he saw
Putting up a façade in a relationship where she was not appreciated

He could not have felt me
Understanding that there was no real emotional connection between them

Cold like ice/pure naivety
Appearing emotionally detached and inexperienced

Wanted it to be/spiritually right
Desiring a more meaningful, genuine relationship

Knew he'd never hold nor love me tight
Recognizing that the other person was not capable of providing the desired intimacy

Now check the insight
Reflecting on past mistakes and considering a better approach moving forward

I need to be sure before I give it up tonight
Wanting to take her time to ensure that any future relationships are worthwhile