X feels like the pain of life and heartbreak will never cease; he included the following statement on the artwork of his debut album, 17: "THERE IS NO END TO THE PAIN, YOU MUST BE NUMB"
Pain = BESTFRIEND
xxxtentacion Lyrics
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Feel so deeply I can't seem to
Find the means of ground
Lost in regret, I
Feel so deeply I can't seem to
Find the means of ground
Hear regret
Don't cry, don't cry
It won't end
Pain will
Always be my friend
Don't cry, don't cry
Pain will
Always be my friend
In the song "Pain = BESTFRIEND" by late rapper xxxtentacion, the lyrics express the torment of dealing with the aftermath of mistakes and regrets. The repetition of the phrase "Lost in regret, I feel so deeply I can't seem to find the means of ground" emphasizes the immense weight that the singer feels from these emotions. He is struggling to cope and find stability in his life. The inclusion of "Don't cry, don't cry" appears to be both an attempt to comfort himself and his listeners. Despite the pain, he seems to rely on it as a constant companion, declaring that "Pain will always be my friend." This line echoes the sentiment that often it is easier to hold on to pain than to let it go.
The chorus in "Pain = BESTFRIEND" is a powerful and contradictory statement; "Pain will always be my friend" delivers a profound message of acceptance in a way that is also haunting. Pain is something that can be both good and bad. The line "Don't cry, don't cry, it won't end" appears to insinuate that pain is a never-ending battle, and that crying will not bring any resolution or relief. The singer clearly feels as though he cannot escape from the cycle of pain that he is trapped in. The lines in the song seem to be an incredibly introspective piece, as the lyrics reveal the singer's innermost thoughts, struggles, and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
Lost in regret, I
Feeling consumed by past mistakes and unable to escape the negative emotions associated with them
Feel so deeply I can't seem to
Experiencing intense emotional pain that is difficult to express or articulate
Find the means of ground
Unable to find stability or a sense of security amidst the overwhelming emotions
Hear regret
Being constantly haunted by the voice of self-criticism and condemnation
Say the words
Unable to keep the internal dialogue of pain and negativity from spilling out
Don't cry, don't cry
Trying to resist the urge to succumb to the pain and sadness
It won't end
Realizing that the pain is not a temporary feeling, but a constant companion
Pain will
Acknowledging that the pain is an integral part of oneself
Always be my friend
Finding solace in the fact that the pain will always be present and never abandon them
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy, John Cunningham, Travis Barker, Robert Soukiasyan
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Mia
on NUMB
I love this song but you got the lyrics wrong, it’s “the pain you seem to give, my friend” not I
XXXTENTACION FAN
on Jocelyn Flores
R.I.P. XXXTENTACION
I_AM_U
on Look at Me!
FIRE
XXXtentactionXXX
on HOPE
“Don't cry because he died.” “Smile because he was born.” Copied.
Elijah
on TUMMY TUCK (XXX "LICK" VERSE)
I like the song the best is so fire my speaker almost busted cause of the 8o8 and the kicks