The Friend
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Watch the friend that you don't need
They're probably friends with the police
Watch the friend that you drink and you smoke with
Watch the friend that you bill and you roll with
Watch the friend that you chill and you smoke with
They're only friends for the moment
Used to be bruddas, now we're beefin' them
I don't need nobody else, I'm fine just by myself
Real niggas holla cause they mean sumthin'
Fake niggas holla cause they need sumthin'
So, baby I'm fine just by myself, baby I'm fine just by myself
Where do I start from?
Everytime I come, my money get a hard on
My nigga pull up in a whip, where ya car from
Jumped out the spaceship, like he's Armstrong
Neil Armstrong, the streets ain't safe
Name one time when the henchman survive from a bullet cause of protein shakes
On my own, I don't need mates
Straight like bigga, I don't need no hitman
I'm a big deal in my ends
I can see the bitch and her men, and I can see a snitch in a friend
That nigga didn't warn me
When he saw the CID's in the ends
CID's in the ends
What's the fun in havin' tints in a ride
Watch your friends face, when you pull up outside
Might get a smile if you're lucky
Can't trust dogs, that you knew from a puppy
From a puppy
Mama warned me about the teefin' friends
Used to be bruddas, now we're beefin' them
I don't need nobody else, I'm fine just by myself
Real niggas holla cause they mean sumthin'
Fake niggas holla cause they need sumthin'
So, baby I'm fine just by myself, baby I'm fine just by myself
She swallowed my kids, I'm a D2
And she turn around and said "Mo, I don't need you"
Don't bite the hand that feeds you
Yeah, don't bite the hand that feeds you
I have less friends now, I had more in the past
And some bad girls, but them girls never last
I go weight in the car
I might cop an Audi TT, just a two seater for me and me
Watch the friend that you drink and you smoke with
Watch the friend that you bill and you roll with
Watch the friend that you laugh and you joke with
They're only friends for the moment
Mama warned me about the teefin' friends
Used to be bruddas, now we're beefin' them
I don't need nobody else, I'm fine just by myself
Real niggas holla cause they mean sumthin'
Fake niggas holla cause they need sumthin'
So, baby I'm fine just by myself, baby I'm fine just by myself
The song "The Friend" by Mostack draws attention to the importance of being cautious and discerning when choosing friends. The lyrics highlight the fact that some people only seem to be friends temporarily and may have hidden motives or be untrustworthy. Mostack warns listeners to be careful about who they smoke or drink with, as they might be friends with the police or have other ulterior motives. He also emphasizes the importance of being wary of supposed friends who might become enemies or turn against one another.
The lyrics also touch on the fact that people change, and friends can become enemies. As Mostack raps, "Used to be bruddas, now we're beefin' them." He warns listeners about the dangers of associating with so-called 'fake' friends who are only interested in what they can gain from the relationship. At the same time, he highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and being comfortable with being alone, stating, "I don't need nobody else, I'm fine just by myself."
In summary, "The Friend" is a cautionary song that urges listeners to choose their friends carefully and be wary of people who may not have their best interests at heart. It also highlights the importance of self-reliance and not relying on others for validation or companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
Watch the friend that you smoke weed
Be cautious of the friends you smoke weed with because they might not have your best interest in mind and could be harmful to you.
Watch the friend that you don't need
Be careful of the friends that you don't need as they might cause more harm than good.
They're probably friends with the police
Be wary of friends who might have connections with the police as they might use it against you in the future.
Watch the friend that you drink and you smoke with
Be conscious of the friends you drink and smoke with as they might not be trustworthy.
Watch the friend that you bill and you roll with
Be mindful of the friends you share bills and smoke with as they might not be genuine friends.
Watch the friend that you chill and you smoke with
Be vigilant of the friends you hang out and smoke with as they might not care about your well-being.
They're only friends for the moment
These friends are only there for temporary satisfaction and won't always have your back.
Mama warned me about the teefin' friends
My mom cautioned me about the friends who steal or deceive you.
Used to be bruddas, now we're beefin' them
We used to be good friends, but now we're not on good terms.
I don't need nobody else, I'm fine just by myself
I don't need anyone else because I am content being by myself.
Real niggas holla cause they mean sumthin'
Genuine people will reach out because they care and have good intentions.
Fake niggas holla cause they need sumthin'
False people will only contact you because they want something from you.
Where do I start from?
I'm unsure of where to begin or how to proceed.
Everytime I come, my money get a hard on
My money increases each time I come, making my finances more lucrative.
My nigga pull up in a whip, where ya car from
My friend arrives in a nice car; where did you get yours from?
Jumped out the spaceship, like he's Armstrong
My friend got out of his car quickly, as though he was an astronaut returning to Earth.
Neil Armstrong, the streets ain't safe
Like Neil Armstrong on the moon, the streets aren't safe for anyone.
Name one time when the henchman survive from a bullet cause of protein shakes
There is no instance where a person survived a bullet due to drinking protein shakes - implying that being muscular does not ensure safety.
On my own, I don't need mates
I am self-sufficient and do not need any friends.
Straight like bigga, I don't need no hitman
I'm honest and do not require any assistance in dealing with problems.
I'm a big deal in my ends
I am an important person in my local community.
I can see the bitch and her men, and I can see a snitch in a friend
I can recognize when a woman is with her partner, and I can also detect when a friend might be informing on me to authorities.
That nigga didn't warn me, when he saw the CID's in the ends
That person did not alert me when they saw the police in our neighborhood.
CID's in the ends
The police are present in our neighborhood.
What's the fun in havin' tints in a ride
What is the point of having tinted windows on a car?
Watch your friends face, when you pull up outside
Observe your friend's reaction when you arrive in your car.
Might get a smile if you're lucky
Your friend might give you a smile if you're fortunate.
Can't trust dogs, that you knew from a puppy
You can't trust people, even if you've known them since they were young.
She swallowed my kids, I'm a D2
She performed oral sex and swallowed, implying that he is sexually active.
And she turn around and said 'Mo, I don't need you'
She responded rudely to him, indicating that she is not interested in pursuing a relationship with him.
Don't bite the hand that feeds you
Don't offend someone who has provided you with something.
I have less friends now, I had more in the past
I currently have fewer friends than I did in the past.
And some bad girls, but them girls never last
He's been associated with some bad girls, but they inevitably fade away.
I go weight in the car
I carry drugs in my car.
I might cop an Audi TT, just a two seater for me and me
I'm contemplating buying an Audi TT, a two-seater car meant for only me and myself.
Contributed by Emma F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.