Old Friend
Hoodlem Lyrics


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i am a warrior, i am a deep hole
i know the only way from here is up
and wouldn't want to go on to the doctor
you might never see my fight
you are the sun, the war at the high tide
and know when to turn and run
you are the gaslight leading me to the shore line
but now you've sunk and lost the sun
i have sunk and lost the sun

only hoped i could help you
i only hoped i could help
the only thing in my head is
wishing you were somebody else
got me high on the catch up
taking off my skirt
is it on demand or are we just old friends?

i am a past time, i am a compass
i'm breaking laws so that you run
never did i ever think i could harm you
make you a victim of my faults
i am the bullseye, the target of your [?]
[?] the end
should've straightened out, feel it in your fingers
pin me to the frame, my friend
pin me to the frame, old friend

only hoped i could help you
i only hoped i could help
only hoped i could help you
i only hoped i could help
the only thing in my head is
wishing you were somebody else
you got me high on the catch up
taking off my skirt
is it on demand or are we just old friends?
is it on demand or are we just old friends?




is it on demand or are we just old friends?
is it on demand or are we just old friends?

Overall Meaning

Hoodlem's song "Hoodlem" seems to speak about the complexities of a relationship with a significant other, and the internal struggle that often comes with it. The first verse speaks about the singer as a warrior while also acknowledging that they are a deep hole. This could imply that while the person is strong and resilient, there is still some vulnerability that they are holding onto. They are aware that the only way from this place is up, yet they don't want to go to the doctor who could possibly provide help to alleviate their situation. The lyrics "you are the sun, the war at the high tide, and know when to turn and run you are the gaslight leading me to the shore line, but now you've sunk and lost the sun" tell a story of a partner who was once a guiding force but has now lost their own way. The singer has sunk and lost the sun, which could mean that the light that the partner once brought to their life has now disappeared.


The chorus repeats the lines "only hoped I could help you, I only hoped I could help, the only thing in my head is wishing you were somebody else" suggesting that while the singer wishes to be of assistance, they feel somewhat helpless and conflicted. They are high on the catch-up taking off their skirt, which could imply a sense of liberation or losing control, asking if the relationship is on demand or are they just old friends.


The second verse speaks about the singer being a past time and a compass, suggesting that while they could be a source of direction and companionship, they also seem to be breaking laws to keep the other person invested. The line "never did I ever think I could harm you, make you a victim of my faults" again emphasizes the internal conflict and the fear of causing harm to someone they care about. The mention of the "bullseye" could imply that the partner is being targeted and the fault could somehow lie with the singer. These feelings are echoed in the second repetition of the chorus.


Line by Line Meaning

i am a warrior, i am a deep hole
I am strong and resilient, but I also have a sense of emptiness and loss.


i know the only way from here is up
I am determined to rise above my struggles and difficulties.


and wouldn't want to go on to the doctor
I don't want anyone to see my weaknesses or vulnerabilities.


you might never see my fight
I may struggle privately, but I am still fighting to overcome my obstacles.


you are the sun, the war at the high tide
You are my guiding light and strength during difficult times.


and know when to turn and run
You are smart and self-aware, and you know when it's time to retreat and regroup.


you are the gaslight leading me to the shore line
You help me find my way and give me hope for a brighter future.


but now you've sunk and lost the sun
Now you are struggling and need my help and support in return.


i have sunk and lost the sun
I am going through a tough time and feel lost and alone.


only hoped i could help you
I wanted to support and aid you in your struggles.


the only thing in my head is wishing you were somebody else
I'm feeling a sense of regret and wishing I could have done more to help you.


got me high on the catch up, taking off my skirt
I am engaging in risky behavior and trying to distract myself from my problems.


is it on demand or are we just old friends?
I am questioning the nature of our relationship and whether it is based on genuine connection or just convenience.


i am a past time, i am a compass
I am both a source of entertainment and guidance for you.


i'm breaking laws so that you run
I am willing to do whatever it takes to keep you safe and protected.


never did i ever think i could harm you
I didn't realize the negative impact my actions could have on you.


make you a victim of my faults
I am responsible for causing you pain and suffering due to my own flaws and mistakes.


i am the bullseye, the target of your [?]
I am the center of your attention and focus, for better or for worse.


[?] the end, should've straightened out, feel it in your fingers
Something has gone wrong, and we both regret not making different choices that could have avoided this outcome.


pin me to the frame, my friend
I want to be held accountable for my actions and take responsibility for the harm I have caused.


only hoped i could help you
I wanted to be there for you and support you in any way possible.


is it on demand or are we just old friends?
I am still unsure about the true nature of our relationship and whether it is based on genuine connection or just convenience.




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