Imaginary Friend
Excuse 17 Lyrics
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The song "Imaginary Friend" by Excuse 17 is a reflection on the nature of relationships and the concept of sanity. The singer describes their relationship with their imaginary friend, which they acknowledge as being a product of their own imagination. They recognize that their friend is not "real" in the traditional sense, but they reject the idea that this makes their bond any less significant or meaningful. They assert that their friendship is not just a fantasy, but a distinct world of its own, separate from the constraints of reality.
The singer then turns the focus to their friend's perception of them. They assert that they are not just a creation of their friend's imagination, subjugated to their every whim. They push back against the idea that their friend has control over them or contributes to any mental instability they may experience. They reject the notion that their friend is a negative influence on them, insisting that they are in control of their own mind and actions.
The lyrics of "Imaginary Friend" suggest a complex and nuanced understanding of the nature of relationships, both real and imagined. The singer recognizes the importance of a deep emotional bond, regardless of its physical manifestation, and asserts their own agency and independence in the face of societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding mental health.
Line by Line Meaning
Imaginary friend is what you are to me, this is my world not of make-believe or pretend.
You are someone who only exists in my imagination, but in my mind, you are real and not a part of a fantasy world.
Imaginary friend is what I am to you, I am not your Frankenstein, your creation.
I am another person you've created in your mind, but unlike Dr. Frankenstein's monster, I am not under your control.
You don't make me crazy, you don't contribute to my insanity, you don't rub off on me, one bit, you don't make me crazy.
You don't affect my mental health in any negative way, and you don't influence my personality or behavior.
(I'm going to blow my mind then I'll call you next week, I don't want to hear about your defect. I'm going to blow your mind then I'll call you next week, I don't want to hear that I'm your defect.)
I am going to do something that will amaze myself and then tell you about it, but I don't want to hear any negative things about yourself. And vice versa.
Imaginary friend, what are you doing? This is our world of make-believe and pretend.
What are you up to in our imaginary world where everything is not real?
Imaginary friend, what is crazy anyway? I say we put our safety blankets to their end...
What exactly is considered 'crazy' in our pretend world? Let's challenge ourselves to break away from our comfort zones and explore the unknown.
Contributed by Juliana O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.