One Friend
Mo Keb Lyrics
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They take and they give
Build you up, just to let you down
That's just the way it is
But all I need is
One friend, to get me through the day
One friend, that never goes away
And never let me down
Well I've been in love and I've been in pain
I'm a sinner and a saint
And no matter, where I am or what I do
It's you I appreciate
My one friend, to get me through the day
One friend, that never goes away
Only one friend to understand
And never let me down
And never let me down
Can't nobody love you
More than you love yourself
And as long as I've got my one good friend
I don't need nobody else
Just my one friend, to get me through the day
One friend, that never goes away
Only one friend to understand
And never let me down
All I need is one friend, to get me through the day
One friend, never goes away
Only one friend to understand
And never let me down
And never let me down
Mo Keb's song One Friend is a heartfelt tribute to friendship and the power of having someone there for you in both good and bad times. The lyrics speak to the universality of the human experience, acknowledging the transience of relationships and the challenges of life while also celebrating the enduring bond of true friendship. The opening lines, "People come and people go, they take and they give, build you up just to let you down, that's just the way it is," capture a sense of resignation and acceptance, acknowledging the inevitability of change and uncertainty in life. However, the song quickly turns toward a more uplifting message of hope and gratitude for the steadfast presence of a friend who never wavers in their support.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "One friend, to get me through the day, One friend, that never goes away" in a simple and powerful refrain that underscores the importance of having someone to rely on. The song also acknowledges the complexity of human nature, with lines like "I'm a sinner and a saint, and no matter where I am or what I do, it's you I appreciate" emphasizing the ways in which friendship can provide a non-judgmental source of support despite our flaws and imperfections.
Overall, Mo Keb's One Friend is a moving tribute to the power of friendship and the ways in which having just one supportive person in our lives can make all the difference.
Line by Line Meaning
People come and people go
Individuals enter and exit my life
They take and they give
They both give and receive things
Build you up, just to let you down
They elevate me but then disappoint me
That's just the way it is
It's an inescapable reality
But all I need is
What I solely require is
One friend, to get me through the day
A single confidant to support me in daily life
One friend, that never goes away
A steadfast companion who will always be present
Only one friend to understand
A sole person to comprehend me
And never let me down
And never cause me dismay
Well I've been in love and I've been in pain
I've experienced both passion and suffering
I'm a sinner and a saint
I possess qualities of both virtue and wickedness
And no matter, where I am or what I do
Regardless of my location or actions
It's you I appreciate
I value you above all else
Can't nobody love you
No one can care for you
More than you love yourself
More than your own self-love
And as long as I've got my one good friend
So long as I have my dependable companion
I don't need nobody else
I require no one else
All I need is one friend, to get me through the day
All I need is a single confidant to make it through each day
One friend, never goes away
One unchanging friend
And never let me down
Who will never disappoint me
And never let me down
And never cause me dismay
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: KEVIN (KEB' MO') MOORE, ZURIANI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ron Giveans
I love that rendition Keb. Your lyrics are always so profound and sometimes life changing. I was an alcoholic for 50 years. A week before I turned to AA a friend gave me your Better Man disc. Better man became my creedo. It helped me so much. When I started sponsoring other alcoholics I gave them a Better Man disc. I have been sober for 13 years now. So thanks Keb.
Don S
Just think if we were all good people.....
and worried about each other
lonetruthseeker
The amount of positivity and love you spread is impressive man,keep being amazing!
Lisa Foster
That's who Jesus Christ is to me, Keb. The one friend who is all that you sang about. I love that part of the song. Thanks to you and your love for recording and posting. I'm harmonizing with you and her.
Crystal Belle 2
Lisa Foster only One Iโve found to never leave or forsake me too sister. This is a very beautiful reminder from two very beautiful voices :)
Bayou Traveler
We can always use Moโ content to brighten the day. Thanks for posting, enjoy your time at home! This inspired me to get my guitar out and work on some new songs. Cheers from MS/AL Gulf Coast...
Stephen Given
Sitting here with a smile on my face and a tear in my eye. Thank you for sharing your gifts. Stay well!
Zuar Mckensy
Thanks for your positivity ๐ง๐ฝโโ๏ธ donโt now how amazing this song is for me in this moment โ๏ธ๐ง๐ฝโโ๏ธ
Pondlife With ThatMosierboy
absolutely beautiful tune, including the small cough! Was that your wife in background vocals? Iโve always been a fan...I havenโt had an opportunity to see you live though!
Sidney Smith
Keb is just so down home and genuine. His playing is mellow and he can't seem to sing and play without a great smile on his face.