Friend Zone
RAAHiiM Lyrics

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She wants to be held, just not accountable
She said, "The only time I lose is when I count on you"
I'm tryna level up, you tryna make me settle down on you
And I don't like when you call it pride but I tried
The way you're spiteful, I know you'll always be mine

But I got better ways to waste my time
There's no boundaries when we cross lines

You should've kept me inside the friendzone
Instead, you're askin' how it all ends for you
Baby, you should've kept me inside the friendzone
Instead, you're tellin' me I'm so insensitive
You should've kept me inside the-

Wrong time, right place
Take the pain that you came with
Lot of girls, little patience
Always preachin' bein' lonely's dangerous
You know I gave what you wanted
Still, you tried to pretend I wasn't honest
Can't have your way
Please not today

But I got better ways to waste my time
There's no boundaries when we cross lines, yeah, yeah

You should've kept me inside the friendzone
Instead, you're askin' how it all ends for you
Baby, you should've kept me inside the friendzone (friendzone)

Instead, you're tellin' me I'm so insensitive
You should've kept me inside the-

Overall Meaning

In "Friend Zone" by RAAHiiM, the lyrics depict a situation where the singer feels frustrated and overwhelmed by the expectations and emotional demands of a romantic partner. The opening lines, "She wants to be held, just not accountable" suggest that the person desires emotional support and comfort, but avoids taking responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that follow. The line "The only time I lose is when I count on you" further emphasizes this lack of reliability and consistency in the relationship.

Despite the singer's desire to progress and grow in life, their partner continuously tries to make them settle down and conform to their expectations. The line "I'm tryna level up, you tryna make me settle down on you" highlights this clash of ambitions and the frustration it causes. The singer expresses their dissatisfaction with the partner's behavior by stating "And I don't like when you call it pride but I tried," suggesting that their attempts to fulfill the partner's needs have been met with resentment or accusations of arrogance.

The chorus of the song revolves around the idea that the partner should have kept the singer in the friend zone, where there would have been less pressure and expectations. They express that their time could be better spent elsewhere and that crossing boundaries is not beneficial. The line "There's no boundaries when we cross lines" highlights the negative consequences of blurring boundaries in a relationship.

Overall, "Friend Zone" is a song that explores the struggles of a one-sided and suffocating relationship, where the singer longs for a less demanding and more understanding connection.

Line by Line Meaning

She wants to be held, just not accountable
She desires emotional support and comfort, but does not want to take responsibility or be held responsible for her actions.

She said, "The only time I lose is when I count on you"
She expressed that relying on you is disappointing to her and often leads to her feeling defeated.

I'm tryna level up, you tryna make me settle down on you
While I aim to progress and improve in life, you want to limit my growth and keep me tied to you without any room for advancement.

And I don't like when you call it pride but I tried
I don't appreciate you labeling my desire for self-respect and dignity as pride, even though I made an effort to make things work.

The way you're spiteful, I know you'll always be mine
Your tendency to intentionally hurt me out of resentment makes me believe that you will always remain attached to me.

But I got better ways to waste my time
I have more productive and fulfilling ways to spend my valuable time than engaging in futile interactions with you.

There's no boundaries when we cross lines
When we exceed limits and go beyond what is acceptable, there are no restrictions or limitations.

You should've kept me inside the friendzone
It would have been wiser for you to maintain our relationship as friends rather than pursuing a romantic connection.

Instead, you're askin' how it all ends for you
Instead, you are questioning the outcome and wondering what will happen to you.

Baby, you should've kept me inside the friendzone
My dear, you should have retained me within the confines of friendship rather than seeking something more intimate.

Instead, you're tellin' me I'm so insensitive
However, instead of acknowledging your own insensitivity, you are projecting it onto me and claiming that I am the one lacking empathy.

Wrong time, right place
Our timing is unfavorable, but our meeting or connection is opportune.

Take the pain that you came with
Accept the emotional suffering or distress that you brought upon yourself.

Lot of girls, little patience
You have a multitude of female interests, yet possess little tolerance or patience.

Always preachin' bein' lonely's dangerous
You constantly emphasize that it is risky to be alone and advocate against embracing solitude.

You know I gave what you wanted
You are aware that I provided you with what you desired or requested.

Still, you tried to pretend I wasn't honest
Nevertheless, you attempted to deceive yourself into believing that I was not sincere or truthful.

Can't have your way
You cannot always have things go according to your desires or preferences.

Please not today
Kindly refrain from pursuing your agenda or wishes at this moment.

You should've kept me inside the friendzone
It would have been wiser for you to maintain our relationship as friends rather than pursuing a romantic connection.

Instead, you're askin' how it all ends for you
Instead, you are questioning the outcome and wondering what will happen to you.

Baby, you should've kept me inside the friendzone (friendzone)
My dear, you should have retained me within the confines of friendship rather than seeking something more intimate.

Instead, you're tellin' me I'm so insensitive
However, instead of acknowledging your own insensitivity, you are projecting it onto me and claiming that I am the one lacking empathy.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jeffrey Crake, Jordon Manswell, Paul Jefferies, Rahiem Hurlock

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