Friday Night
J.D. Braithwaite Lyrics
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I'm just beside myself
I wanna paint the town and I could use your help
Everybody's watching
But no one sees
The universe between you and me
I need your time and effort it's
Those green eyes they'll be the death of me
Well you better be open
Cause it's Friday night
Just out on the weekend You and I
You can't tell me
I've ever been as high
As all of heaven's stars in your sky
I need your time and effort it's
Not a waste of time it's effortless
Those green eyes are still the death of me and they see what you need
Everybody's talking
But no one speaks the truth
About you
J.D. Braithwaite's "Friday Night" describes the singer's desire to go out and have a good time on a weekend night, but also their need for someone else's company to make the night truly special. The lyrics hint at a potential romantic interest, with the singer mentioning "those green eyes" that are the "death" of them. However, the object of the singer's affections is characterized as being shy and not forthcoming with what they want or need. Despite this, the singer implores the other person to open up, suggesting that they could have a great time together.
The lines "Everybody's watching/But no one sees/The universe between you and me" are especially poignant, suggesting that despite the crowd around them, the singer and their companion have their own unique connection that nobody else can understand or see. The singer seems to be urging the other person to take a chance and see where the night could lead, promising that it will be worth their time and effort.
Overall, "Friday Night" is a bittersweet song about wanting someone's company and affection, but feeling unsure if they are willing to reciprocate. It captures the excitement and anticipation of going out on a weekend night, while also exposing the vulnerability and longing that often comes with seeking connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Out on the weekend
I'm excited for the weekend to be out and about
I'm just beside myself
I'm really pumped and can't contain my excitement
I wanna paint the town and I could use your help
I want to have a lot of fun and I would love for you to join me
Everybody's watching
People are around and paying attention
But no one sees
Despite the crowd, there's just you and me
The universe between you and me
It's just us in our own world, separate from everyone else
I need your time and effort it's
I need your full attention and participation
Those green eyes they'll be the death of me
I'm completely enamored by your green eyes
You're so shy that you won't tell me what you need
You're not really speaking up and being honest with me
Well you better be open
I want you to be honest with me about what you want
Cause it's Friday night
I want us to have a really good time
Just out on the weekend You and I
We're going to have a fun weekend together
You can't tell me
I know
I've ever been as high
I've never been happier
As all of heaven's stars in your sky
You make me feel like I'm on top of the world
Not a waste of time it's effortless
It won't be a waste of time, it will be easy and fun
Those green eyes are still the death of me and they see what you need
Your green eyes are still really captivating to me and I understand what you want
Everybody's talking
People are always talking
But no one speaks the truth
Despite all the talk, not many people are honest
About you
No one really understands you like I do
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Written by: Caleb Walker, Jacob Dillard, Tanner Gray
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