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2. Friendship (also known as the Friendship Collective) are a powerviolence and grindcore band from Chiba, Japan.
3. A London based 2-piece act characterized for having a sound filled with 'a chaotic mix of loop pedals, rolling funk beats and chanting vocals."
4. Late-1970s jazz-funk band spearheaded by Lee Ritenour, also associated with the "city pop" genre. The song "Let's Not Talk About It" is widely thought to have inspired the melody from the Super Mario Bros. level 1-2 theme.
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Friendship Lyrics
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I can see the turning of the gears
it’s a hell of a distance from your hand to your beer if anything changes, I’m right here
it’s a hell of a distance between you and me
or just our accumulated biases
where oh where could my little dog me
overall you gave it “satisfactory”
the river is coursing, it’s your life
this is exactly what it looks like
I hope you hang around
you’re always welcome
You’re not imposing
But come on, make up your mind
Feeling so wholly unprepared
it wasn’t much of a distance to the 4-h fair
what holds you up, what makes you scared? something like “I need your love like I need air” What was that? sometimes you mumble
our days are few and so full of trouble
my feet don’t listen, they stumble
and feel the cliff begin to unmoral
but please don’t call it a night
the river is coursing, you can bet your life
this is exactly what it looks like
it’s good to know you
but if you’re gonna hang around
don’t ruin everything
But come on, make up your mind
Smoke is coming from your ears
There stands the solo cup, my dear
there stands the dog, no foxes here
there stands the news, there stands our only prayer Did you think you could just muscle through?
skip to the end of the interview?
our days are full of shit and so few
if you feel regret before you even get out of bed there stands that too
but please don’t call it a night
the river is coursing, it’s your life this is exactly what it looks like
I hope you hang around
you’re always welcome
you are everything
you can take as long as you want everything is gonna be fine
In these lyrics, the singer seems to be addressing a friend who is going through a challenging time or feeling overwhelmed. The reference to "smoke coming from your ears" suggests that the friend is visibly stressed or frustrated. The line "it's a hell of a distance from your hand to your beer" could be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling disconnected or distant from the simple joys in life.
The singer emphasizes their support and presence, stating that "if anything changes, I'm right here" and acknowledging the perceived distance between them, possibly highlighting a lack of communication or understanding between the two. The mention of "accumulated biases" implies that their friendship may have been affected by personal biases or judgments.
The song encourages the friend not to give up or end the night prematurely. The line "the river is coursing, it's your life" suggests that life is continuously moving forward, and the friend should make the most of it. The singer expresses the importance of the friend's presence and assures them that they are always welcome and not a burden. However, they also urge the friend to make up their mind about something, possibly suggesting that the friend is indecisive or hesitant in some aspect of their life.
The lyrics dive deeper into the struggles faced by the friend, highlighting their feeling of being unprepared and mentioning the 4-H fair, which could symbolize a situation in which they feel out of their depth. The line "what holds you up, what makes you scared?" implies that the friend is wrestling with some fears or insecurities. The mention of needing love like air suggests that the friend craves emotional support and validation.
The song acknowledges that life can be challenging and full of trouble, as well as personal stumbles and moral dilemmas. However, it urges the friend to keep going and not give up. The repetition of "please don't call it a night, the river is coursing, it's your life" reinforces the message of perseverance and the importance of embracing life's ups and downs.
The final verse brings back the image of smoke coming from the friend's ears, possibly representing continued frustrations or stress. The mention of a solo cup, a dog, and the news suggests that the singer is highlighting various elements of the friend's surroundings or distractions. The mention of regret before even getting out of bed implies a sense of pessimism or negativity plaguing the friend.
Despite the challenges, the singer affirms that the friend is always welcome and important. They emphasize that the friend can take as much time as they need, reassuring them that everything is going to be fine. The lyrics overall convey a message of friendship, support, and encouragement in the face of difficulties.
Line by Line Meaning
Smoke is coming from your ears
You're visibly frustrated and overwhelmed
I can see the turning of the gears
I can see the gears in your mind working as you try to figure things out
It’s a hell of a distance from your hand to your beer if anything changes, I’m right here
You're so preoccupied with your drink that you're disconnected from any potential changes or problems, but I'm here to support you
It’s a hell of a distance between you and me or just our accumulated biases
We're emotionally distant or influenced by our personal biases that create a divide
Where oh where could my little dog me
Where has my true self gone?
Overall you gave it 'satisfactory'
You rated a situation as average or acceptable
But please don’t call it a night
Don't give up or end it here
The river is coursing, it’s your life
Life is constantly moving and flowing like a river
This is exactly what it looks like
The situation is exactly as it appears
I hope you hang around, you’re always welcome
I hope you stay and feel wanted in my life
You’re not imposing
Your presence is not burdensome or intrusive
But come on, make up your mind
Take a decisive stance and make a decision
Feeling so wholly unprepared
Feeling completely unready or inadequate
It wasn’t much of a distance to the 4-h fair
The journey to the fair wasn't long or difficult
What holds you up, what makes you scared?
What causes you to hesitate or feel afraid?
Something like 'I need your love like I need air'
You're expressing your strong need for love and affection
What was that? Sometimes you mumble
I didn't catch your words clearly, sometimes you speak unclearly
Our days are few and so full of trouble
Our days are limited and filled with difficulties
My feet don’t listen, they stumble
I feel uncoordinated and prone to making mistakes
And feel the cliff begin to unmoral
I sense the danger approaching or a morally questionable situation
There stands the solo cup, my dear
The solo cup represents a symbol of drinking or partying
There stands the dog, no foxes here
There's no deceit or trickery involved, just a straightforward situation
There stands the news, there stands our only prayer
The news represents the only hope or source of solace
Did you think you could just muscle through?
Did you believe you could persevere through something just by force or determination?
Skip to the end of the interview?
Do you want to skip to the conclusion or final outcome without going through the entire process?
Our days are full of shit and so few
Our days are limited and filled with unpleasant experiences
If you feel regret before you even get out of bed there stands that too
If you already feel remorse or disappointment as soon as you wake up, that feeling is present as well
But please don’t call it a night
Don't give up or end it here
The river is coursing, it’s your life
Life is constantly moving and flowing like a river
This is exactly what it looks like
The situation is exactly as it appears
I hope you hang around, you’re always welcome
I hope you stay and feel wanted in my life
You are everything
You mean everything to me
You can take as long as you want everything is gonna be fine
Take all the time you need, everything will work out in the end
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DANIEL WRIGGINS
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