Best Friends
Foster the People Lyrics

(When your best friends are strung out)
In times when your closest friends are going through a difficult situation, you will do everything in your power to uplift them.

You'll do everything you can
You will go to great lengths to help your friends during their darkest moments.

'Cause you're never gonna let it get em down
You will be a source of hope and encouragement, and you will not let your friends feel discouraged or defeated.

(When you find it all around)
The situation that your friends are dealing with is a common occurrence that can affect anyone.

Yeah, it comes in waves, but it's hardest from the start
While this situation may have varying degrees of severity, the beginning is always the most difficult part to endure.

Feeling, sleeping, in the field again,
You are feeling lost, without direction or purpose.

Oh, I can feel, I can feel
You are overwhelmed by emotion, and it is consuming you.

I can feel, it's beginning to end
You know that this emotional turmoil is not permanent and will eventually dissipate.

Yeah, premonition smiling in the dark
You have a strong feeling that things will turn out well, even though things seem bleak right now.

Oh, I can see, I can see
You have a clear understanding of what needs to be done to achieve a positive outcome.

I can see the story starting to arc
You can see how this situation will ultimately change and evolve into a positive story.

(When you feel up in the clouds)
There may be moments when you feel weightless, free from the burdens of life.

Waits, and fed us, slipping into dreams
You are waiting patiently for the situation to improve, slowly losing hope as time goes on.

Oh, I can feel, I can feel
You are still overwhelmed by emotion, and it is taking a toll on you.

I can feel the celestial beings
You are reaching out for guidance from a higher power to help you get through this.

Oh welted pleasures leaving with the breath
The things you once enjoyed now feel tainted and cause you pain.

I can see, I can see
You have an understanding of the things that need to be sacrificed to reach a better place emotionally.

I can see the beauty in the mask
Despite the pain you are going through, there is a beauty to be found in the perseverance and strength you are demonstrating.

(You say it's what you need)
Your friends may try to downplay how much they are struggling, insisting everything is fine.

And hide your eyes when you're close to me
They may try to shield you from their emotions, not wanting to burden you.

(You ought to know)
You need to understand that emotional support can make all the difference to someone struggling through tough times.

That I'm here no matter where you want to go
You are determined to be there for your friends every step of the way, regardless of what direction their life takes.

(Sometimes, you'll have to wait,)
Patience is key when it comes to healing and waiting for the situation to improve.

And it passes by like a satellite or star
The pain may seem all-consuming now, but eventually it will fade away into the distance like a passing satellite or star.

(You know when)
You can sense when your friends are struggling, and you will be there for them when they need it most.

That's how you know
Through all the ups and downs, you will be able to recognize when it's time to support your friends.

When your best friends are strung out
Your support and encouragement can make all the difference for a friend going through dark times.