New Friend
No Doubt Lyrics
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Mind my own business, I´m on my journey
And I have enough old friends to keep me company
But you say "hey what´s up, you want to hook up?
You want to hang out with me?
Kick back, relax, feel happy and lazy?"
You´re sent to me one time
You come to me two times
Well, abracadabra now I´ve got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Mind my own business, I´m on my journey
I against I on my journey
Happily interrupted extremes are extreme
So with my brand new friend we touch the boundaries
Like a little kitty´s whiskers, cautiously
Experimental expressions and downward looks
You come sniff around, I´m not sure what to do
But like a big explosion, magically
Look at me I think I might have found a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Mind my own business, I´m on my journey
Mind my own business, I´m on my journey
You´re sent to me one time
You come to me two times
Why me? three times
Serial monogamy, I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new friend
Let me introduce you to my new friend
I got a new frie-frie-frie-frie-frie
Mind my own business, i´m on my journey
And I have enough old friends to keep me company
But you say hey what´s up, you want to hook up?
You want to hang out with me?
Kick back, relax, feel happy and lazy
In my head, it´s only in my head
In my head, it´s only in my head (only in my head)
In my head, it´s only in my (only in my head)
In my head, it´s only in my head
Only in my head
Only in my head
Only in my head
Only in my head
In my head, it´s only in my head
It´s in my head, it´s only in my head
In my head, it´s only in my head (only in my head)
In my head
The song "New Friend" by No Doubt is about the unpredictable nature of friendship and how sometimes the companionship of new people can be a welcomed break from one's routine. The lyrics indicate that the singer of the story is content with their life and has no need for new friends as they have enough old ones. However, their journey is interrupted by a person who keeps trying to befriend them, and after much reluctance and caution, the singer finds themselves enamored by the new friend.
The song seems to suggest that sometimes it's worth stepping out of one's comfort zone and being open to new experiences like friendships with new people. The singer is hesitant and cautious throughout the song, but the chorus is triumphant and joyful, which indicates that taking a chance on a new friend has led to a happy outcome.
The chorus repeats, "I got a new friend, let me introduce you to my new friend," which emphasizes the singer's newfound happiness with the new friendship. The song's guitar riffs and drumbeats are upbeat, creating a joyful and energetic tone that complements the song's message.
Overall "New Friend" is a celebration of the unpredictable and exciting nature of new friendships that come into our lives and the positive effects they can have.
Line by Line Meaning
New friend
The singer has made a new friend.
Mind my own business, I´m on my journey
The singer is focused on their own path and not actively seeking new friendships.
And I have enough old friends to keep me company
The singer already has a fulfilling social circle.
But you say 'hey what´s up, you want to hook up?
The new friend initiates contact and invites the artist to hang out.
You want to hang out with me?
The new friend expresses a desire to spend time with the artist.
Kick back, relax, feel happy and lazy?'
The new friend suggests a laid-back, enjoyable hangout.
You´re sent to me one time
The new friend reaches out once.
You come to me two times
The new friend reaches out again, showing persistence.
Why me? three times
The artist is unsure why the new friend is continuing to pursue friendship.
Well, abracadabra now I´ve got a new friend
The artist has suddenly and unexpectedly gained a new friend.
Let me introduce you to my new friend
The singer wants to introduce their new friend to others.
I got a new friend
The artist is thrilled to have a new friendship.
I against I on my journey
The singer is focused on themselves and their own goals, rather than competition with others.
Happily interrupted extremes are extreme
The new friend adds a contrast to the singer's current routine, but the singer is still content without any changes.
So with my brand new friend we touch the boundaries
The new friendship allows the singer to explore new experiences and boundaries.
Like a little kitty´s whiskers, cautiously
The artist approaches new experiences with care and caution.
Experimental expressions and downward looks
The artist and new friend are exploring new ways of expressing themselves together.
You come sniff around, I´m not sure what to do
The singer is uncertain of how to interact with the new friend's advances.
But like a big explosion, magically
The new friendship develops quickly and intensely.
Look at me I think I might have found a new friend
The artist is excited and happy to have found a new friend.
Serial monogamy, I got a new friend
The artist tends to form friendships one at a time and has now gained a new friend.
Only in my head
The artist realizes that the desire for a new friend was all in their imagination.
It´s in my head, it´s only in my head
The singer acknowledges that the thought of needing new friendships was not based in reality.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDREW BRADFORD, GWEN STEFANI, THOMAS DUMONT, TONY KANAL
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