For My Friends
King Princess Lyrics
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You wouldn't leave me now
To find someone like that
It wouldn't be easy now
'Cause I've been thinking 'bout getting drunk again
At the same house where it all started
And I love you so much that I didn't care
Finding your clothes 'cause you know I stole them
You know I own them now
It's how it's gonna be
Face it, loving me takes patience
Well, the thing about us is I'm leaving
The thing about us is I'm coming home
You hate it, but loving me takes patience
We lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
And loving me takes patience, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh
We've had every fight
There is no score to keep
Chase down every sidewalk
You're walking home with me
Talkin' 'bout honesty
I've been thinkin 'bout getting drunk again
At the same house where it all started
And I love you so much
Goin' up the stairs at your new apartment
It's how it's gonna be
Face it, loving me takes patience
Well, the thing about us is I'm leaving
The thing about us is I'm coming home
You hate it, but loving me takes patience
We lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
And loving me takes patience
No one else could care
It's a waste of time
To pretend I'd find someone out there
I wouldn't scare
'Cause loving me takes patience
Well, the thing about us is I'm leaving
The thing about us is I'm coming home
You hate it, but loving me takes patience
We lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
And loving me takes patience
You wouldn't leave me now
The lyrics of "For My Friends" by King Princess depict a complicated relationship that is characterized by love, alcohol, and moments of reflection. The opening lines, "We go too far back, You wouldn't leave me now, To find someone like that, It wouldn't be easy now," suggest a sense of familiarity and security in the relationship. The singer emphasizes that finding someone else like the person they are addressing would be challenging.
The recurring theme of getting drunk again at the same house where everything originated speaks to a longing for the past and the comfort it brings. The singer's unconditional love for the other person is evident when they say, "I love you so much that I didn't care, When you stained the carpet, Finding your clothes 'cause you know I stole them, You know I own them now." This showcases a level of acceptance and forgiveness that comes from a deep connection.
The chorus highlights the central idea that loving the singer requires patience. It acknowledges the difficulties that arise and the challenges faced when the singer is not fully present or is in a state of intoxication. Despite these obstacles, there is a recognition that the other person is waiting patiently, emphasizing their commitment to the relationship.
The verse, "Talkin' 'bout honesty, I've been thinkin' 'bout getting drunk again, At the same house where it all started, And I love you so much, Goin' up the stairs at your new apartment," suggests a progression in the relationship, with the singer reflecting on shared experiences and projecting a sense of growing together. The line about honesty implies a willingness to be open and vulnerable with each other.
In the bridge, the singer acknowledges that no one else could care for them the way this person does and that searching for someone else would be a waste of time. The singer recognizes that their own uniqueness and complexities require patience and understanding.
Overall, "For My Friends" explores the dynamic and complex nature of a relationship that spans time and involves shared experiences, forgiveness, and the need for patience in loving the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
We go too far back
Our relationship has a long history and deep roots.
You wouldn't leave me now
Even though it might be tempting, you won't abandon me.
To find someone like that
To find a connection like ours would be difficult.
It wouldn't be easy now
Establishing a similar bond now would pose challenges.
Cause I've been thinking 'bout getting drunk again
I've been contemplating indulging in self-destructive behavior.
At the same house where it all started
Returning to the place where our relationship began.
And I love you so much that I didn't care
My love for you is so intense that I overlooked your mistakes.
When you stained the carpet
Even when you made a mess, it didn't matter to me.
Finding your clothes 'cause you know I stole them
Searching for your clothes because I took them without your permission.
You know I own them now
Those clothes belong to me now, symbolizing our intimacy.
It's how it's gonna be
This is how our relationship will function.
Face it, loving me takes patience
Accept the fact that it requires patience to love me.
Well, the thing about us is I'm leaving
The reality is that I'm often absent from our relationship.
The thing about us is I'm coming home
But I eventually return, showing my commitment to you.
You hate it, but loving me takes patience
You may dislike it, but it's necessary to be patient in loving me.
We lose touch when I'm faded
We disconnect when I'm under the influence of substances.
And it can get dark but still I know
Our relationship can become challenging, but I'm aware of it.
You're waiting
You patiently wait for me to come back to you.
And loving me takes patience, oh
Being in a relationship with me requires patience.
We've had every fight
We've experienced every argument and disagreement.
There is no score to keep
There isn't a competition or record of who's right or wrong.
Chase down every sidewalk
We've navigated through various paths and challenges together.
You're walking home with me
Despite the hardships, we continue our journey together.
Talkin' 'bout honesty
Having conversations about being truthful and open.
No one else could care
Nobody else could be as invested or concerned.
It's a waste of time
It's pointless to pretend that I would find someone else.
To pretend I'd find someone out there
To imagine that there's someone better suited for me.
I wouldn't scare
I wouldn't intimidate or push away someone else.
Cause loving me takes patience
Because it's essential to be patient when loving me.
You wouldn't leave me now
At this moment, you won't abandon me.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Amy Rose Allen, Dave Hamelin, Ethan Gruska, Mikaela Strauss
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ana Reis
Lyrics:
We go too far back
You wouldn't leave me now
To find someone like that
It wouldn't be easy now
'Cause I've been thinking about
Getting drunk again
At the same house where it all started
And I love you so much that I didn't care
When you stained the carpet
Finding your clothes 'cause you know I stole them
You know I own them now
It's how it's gonna be
Face it
Loving me takes patience
Will you think about us as I'm leaving?
Think about us as I'm coming home
You hate it
But loving me takes patience
So we lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
Loving me takes patience
We've had every fight
There is no score to keep
Chased down every sidewalk
You're walking home with me
Talking 'bout honesty
I've been thinking about
Getting drunk again
At the same house where it all started
And I love you so much
Going up the stairs
At your new apartment
It's how it's gonna be
Face it
Loving me takes patience
Will you think about us as I'm leaving?
Think about us as I'm coming home
You hate it
But loving me takes patience
So we lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
And loving me takes patience
No one else could care
It's a waste of time
To pretend I'd find someone out there
I wouldn't scare
'Cause loving me takes patience
Will you think about us as I'm leaving?
Think about us as I'm coming home
You hate it
But loving me takes patience
So we lose touch when I'm faded
And it can get dark but still I know
You're waiting
And loving me takes patience
You wouldn't leave me now
KiLi
I absolutely love the vibe of this song and this music video. Friendship needs to be sung about and friendship needs to be represented because it's so precious!
Grace Sarfowaa
so true!
Orol Soipov
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lloyd robinson
An adorable and genuine video. It portrays perfectly the lyrics, mood, and just how hot KP is. Innocent. Naive. Supportive. Honest. Relatable. Youth. Everything.
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Kingston Leigh
I love all of King's music, but watching this all I can think is damn I wish I had a friend. I can feel, just from the video, that they've been friends for ages and are always there for each other, even when King disappears off the face of the Earth, sometimes. You can't buy that kind of love or loyalty. I think it'd be really nice to have that. I think it'd be really nice to not feel alone...
K B
I feel you so much on this. Just know you're not alone in being alone and shit can change. You never know who will come into your life.
Kingston Leigh
@K B we moved around so much, I never got to put down roots. I never got to have a lifelong friend. you ever get to the point where you've felt alone for so long, you almost want to enforce the loneliness to a greater extent? I've gotten to a point recently where I just want to move to middle of nowhere and withdraw from society altogether. at least then I'll have an excuse for feeling alone
Emmy Martian
Plz know that world is filled with people that waiting for the chance to love & adore you and be your friend.
Kingston Leigh
@Emmy Martian I adore your confidence, but please know that I am a massive asshole, and I hold no illusions regarding that fact. much as I wish the opposite were true, I also believe no one should have to put up with my shortcomings and temperamental bullshit. (this is not self-pity. just that facts as I see them)