Just a Friend
Lunatics Without Skateboards Inc. Lyrics
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It has happened, nothing we could do
This is life, you may pray
But every day brings something new
For everyone this is different,
And there is noway you can change
The way you live your life
Because that would feel so strange
And fly with the wind
In the direction which it goes
Where it takes you my friend
Life is not always how we want it
And there is nothing that you can do
When you're locked up in your own hell
And nobody is able to break through
Sometimes there is only one way
One way to quit it all
You take the change without a shout
You're just gonna risk the fall
For you life was over yet
Nothing more to get
We know you wanted to leave
Now you are free
We do hope you found your rest
And all agree that it is the best
After all the suffer and all the pain
You suddenly left us during the rain
We'll never forget the time you were
And we'll miss you, that's for sure
We'll never forget the time you were
And we'll miss you, that's for sure
The lyrics of Lunatics Without Skateboards Inc.'s song "Just a Friend" is about the sudden death of someone close and the feeling of helplessness that comes with it. The singer is standing there, not knowing what to say, as the reality of the situation dawns on them. They acknowledge that life is unpredictable, and no matter how much we pray or hope, something new will happen every day. As much as we may want to change things, it feels strange because the way we live our life is a part of us.
The second half of the song is a tribute to the person who passed away. The singer acknowledges that life can become a personal hell, and sometimes the only way out is to take a risk and make a change. The person who passed away must have felt that way and has made that decision. Even though it hurts to lose them, the hope is that they have found peace at last. The chorus is a poignant reminder that they will be missed dearly and never forgotten.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing the people we love while they are still with us.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm standing here, don't know what to say
Feeling overwhelmed by the situation, unsure of how to express oneself
It has happened, nothing we could do
Accepting that the event or situation occurred and that there was nothing that could be done to change it
This is life, you may pray
Acknowledging that life can be unpredictable and difficult, and suggesting that one may turn to prayer for comfort or guidance
But every day brings something new
Recognizing that life is always changing and that each day presents new challenges or experiences
For everyone this is different,
Noting that everyone experiences life in their own unique way and that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to living
And there is noway you can change
Asserting that some things in life are beyond our control and cannot be changed
The way you live your life
Acknowledging that each person has their own way of living and making choices
Because that would feel so strange
Recognizing that changing one's way of life can be uncomfortable and unfamiliar
So you take it, the way it comes
Advising acceptance of life as it unfolds, without resistance or judgment
And fly with the wind
Encouraging flexibility and a willingness to adapt to change, like flying with the wind
In the direction which it goes
Implying a surrender to fate, letting life take us where it will
Where it takes you my friend
Leaving the direction of the future ambiguous or unknown, indicating a trust in the journey
Life is not always how we want it
Acknowledging that life can be disappointing or frustrating when it does not meet our expectations
And there is nothing that you can do
Realizing that there are times when we are powerless to fix or change our circumstances
When you're locked up in your own hell
Describing a feeling of being trapped or stuck in a difficult or painful situation
And nobody is able to break through
Recognizing that other people may not be able to understand or help us in our struggles
Sometimes there is only one way
Suggesting that in some situations, there may only be one viable option or path forward
One way to quit it all
Hinting at the possibility of suicide or other drastic measures as a way out of suffering
You take the change without a shout
Choosing to take a risk or make a change without drawing attention to oneself or making a fuss
You're just gonna risk the fall
Acknowledging that sometimes there are risks or negative consequences associated with making a change or taking a chance
For you life was over yet
Describing someone who has died or passed away
Nothing more to get
Suggesting that the person had obtained or accomplished all they could in life before their death
We know you wanted to leave
Acknowledging that the deceased may have wanted to end their life or be released from their suffering
Now you are free
Suggesting that the deceased is now free from their pain or struggles in death
We do hope you found your rest
Wishing peace or comfort for the deceased in their afterlife or beyond
And all agree that it is the best
Finding consolation in the belief that the deceased is in a better place or no longer suffering
After all the suffer and all the pain
Acknowledging the hardships or difficulties that the deceased may have experienced during their life
You suddenly left us during the rain
Describing a sudden or unexpected death or departure, with the rain perhaps symbolizing sadness or mourning
We'll never forget the time you were
Promising to remember and honor the impact that the deceased had on the lives of those they knew
And we'll miss you, that's for sure
Acknowledging the grief and sense of loss that accompanies the death of a loved one
Contributed by Ella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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