Just Good Friends
Wade O.Brown Lyrics
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Before it's too late,
It's been on my mind since the first time we met
It scares me now more, now there's more at stake,
It seems we`re so close yet so far away.
Could you turn me down gently would I
Be out of order,
Act out the part,
Of the father confessor of the shoulder to cry on
We're always so close yet so far away
What would you do if I got down
On my knees to you
Would you hold it against me,
Would you stand in line?
What would you do if I
Opened my heart to you,
Would I be another who's wasting his time,
Darling are we just good friends?
Do I really need to ask you
I`m sure that you know by now,
Do we just play a game where we try to pretend,
That all that's between us is all that's between us,
And all we can rely on is just being good friends.
What would you do if I got down
On my knees to you
Would you hold it against me,
Would you stand in line?
What would you do if I
Opened my heart to you,
Would I be another who's wasting his time,
Darling are we just good friends?
So are we left to chance meetings,
Is that all we can depend on?
Resigned to raise glasses in anonymous cafes,
Reciting our failures as if we needed
Proof or regret,
Over what might have
And what should have been, Darling, are we just good friends?
In the song "Just Good Friends" by Wade O. Brown, the singer is grappling with their feelings for someone they care deeply about. The lyrics reveal a sense of urgency and vulnerability as the singer contemplates whether to confess their true feelings before it's too late. The fear of rejection and the stakes of potentially ruining the existing friendship weigh heavily on the singer's mind, portraying a sense of emotional turmoil and hesitation.
The internal struggle of the singer is further highlighted as they question if expressing their true emotions would be out of order or if they should continue playing the role of a confidant and support system for the other person. The juxtaposition of being close yet feeling far away emotionally adds a layer of complexity to the dynamic between the singer and the subject of their affection, showcasing the inner turmoil and confusion surrounding their relationship.
The lyrics delve into the hypothetical scenarios of the singer getting on their knees to confess their feelings or opening their heart to the other person, prompting questions about potential repercussions and the fear of rejection. The uncertainty and fear of wasting time on unrequited love are palpable, emphasizing the internal conflict and the longing for clarity and reciprocation in the relationship.
The song culminates in a poignant reflection on the nature of their connection, questioning whether the bond they share is genuine friendship or if they are merely settling for the comfort of companionship without addressing the deeper feelings at play. The theme of missed opportunities, regrets, and the bittersweet acknowledgment of the possibility of remaining just good friends underscore the emotional complexity and depth of the singer's dilemma, resonating with listeners on a profound level.
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