Friend
Raelyn Nelson Band Lyrics


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I don't wanna be your friend no more
I don't wanna be your friend
Can a window open if I slam the door
I don't wanna be your friend
You can't stand me and I hate you now
I don't wanna be your friend
I might come back around but it's too soon now
I don't wanna be your friend

I may be small but I am pretty strong
There's not a lot of people that I don't get along with
It's different with you and I know what to do
I'm going to find me something new

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend
I don't wanna be your friend

I can't fight you while you're fighting your ego
I won't stand by while you're running the Freakshow

I may be small but I am pretty strong
There's not a lot of people that I don't get along with
It's different with you and I know what to do
I'm going to find me something new

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend
I don't wanna be your friend

Go on
Get up
Get out
Gonna let the good times end
Come on
Suck up
Sell out
Cause I don't wanna be your friend

What's up with you always putting me down NO!
I don't wanna be your friend
I didn't see this coming but I'm gonna have to GO!
I don't wanna be your friend

I may be small but I am pretty strong
There's not a lot of people that I don't get along with
It's different with you and I know what to do
I'm going to find me something new

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend

I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be
I don't wanna be your friend




I don't wanna be your friend
I don't wanna be your friend

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Raelyn Nelson Band's song "Friend" express a clear sentiment of wanting to sever a friendship. The singer is no longer interested in being friends with the person they are addressing. The repetition of "I don't wanna be your friend" emphasizes their strong desire to end the relationship. The lyrics suggest that there has been a rift in their friendship, as the singer mentions a window opening if they slam the door and feeling hated and not being able to stand the other person. However, despite this, the singer acknowledges that they may come back around, but it is currently too soon.


The song also highlights the singer's resilience and inner strength. They describe themselves as small but strong and someone who can get along with most people. However, there is something different about this particular friendship that makes it impossible for them to continue. The repeated chorus emphasizes this sentiment, affirming their decision not to be friends.


The song's bridge adds further depth to the emotional turmoil being experienced. The singer acknowledges that they cannot fight with the other person when their ego is in control, and they refuse to tolerate being part of the other person's "Freakshow." The lyrics suggest that the singer has reached their breaking point and has made the decision to find something new, suggesting they will seek out new relationships or experiences.


Overall, "Friend" captures the frustrations and complexities that can arise in friendships. It explores the desire for distance and the need to prioritize one's own well-being when a friendship becomes toxic or unsatisfying.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna be your friend no more
I no longer want to maintain a friendship with you


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


Can a window open if I slam the door
Is it possible for a new opportunity to arise if I close off this relationship


You can't stand me and I hate you now
You have grown to dislike me and I now feel a strong aversion towards you


I might come back around but it's too soon now
There is a chance I may reconsider in the future, but it is not the right time at the moment


I may be small but I am pretty strong
Despite my size, I possess resilience and inner strength


There's not a lot of people that I don't get along with
I generally have positive relationships with most individuals


It's different with you and I know what to do
Our dynamic is unique, and I am aware of how to handle it


I'm going to find me something new
I will actively seek out new relationships or experiences


I can't fight you while you're fighting your ego
I cannot engage in a conflict with you when you are battling with your own sense of self-importance


I won't stand by while you're running the Freakshow
I refuse to passively observe while you control and manipulate the situation


Go on
Continue with your actions


Get up
Rise from your current state


Get out
Leave the situation


Gonna let the good times end
I am willing to allow our positive experiences to come to a close


Come on
Urge to take action


Suck up
Conform or adapt


Sell out
Compromise one's principles or integrity


Cause I don't wanna be your friend
Because I have no desire to be in a friendship with you


What's up with you always putting me down NO!
Why do you consistently criticize and belittle me? Absolutely not!


I didn't see this coming but I'm gonna have to GO!
I did not anticipate this situation, but I must leave now


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be
I have chosen not to become


I don't wanna be
I have chosen not to become


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be
I have chosen not to become


I don't wanna be
I have chosen not to become


I don't wanna be
I have chosen not to become


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship


I don't wanna be your friend
I have decided to end our friendship




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jonathan Bright, Raelyn Nelson

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Comments from YouTube:

Gary Hector Music

Wicked song. Great energy. And great vocal

Adam Poirier

I dig the bass line on this, everything sounds great!!! Don't F### with the Fugitive Guy!!! Awesome video, Great song!!!!

Sally Maxwell

What a great idea guys! You're right, it's perfect with your song...I like it a lot, great job!!

Rachael Bratsch

I'm digging your sound. I found a new top band to love.

genie mooney

This is absofreakinglutely incredible

Bruce Walker

Great job Raelyn...love ya work downunder in New Zealand...

Chuck Guillas

awesome song! heard it on Outlaw Country

vivianthecomedian

Good job mama,JB,preach, 😊

Joe Wolfe

Oooh I found something special!

Jesús Berumen Cda.

:D

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