A new BFF, best friends forever
Forever’s a stretch ’cause I kinda resent her
‘Cause she hurt me like no one else could
And I tried to forgive and forget like I should
But she’s so optimistic and so opportunist
A snake in the grass, tell me, how does she do it?
And now I’m confused, thought friends have your back
She’s always making passive-aggressive attacks
Tell me, what are friends for?
What are friends for?
Well, we like to take turns playing the victim
And passing the blame, but there’s a big difference
Being mean and malicious, or mad
And I wish I could take it all back
But remember the good times we had
Was it real? Did I misunderstand?
What are friends for?
What are friends for?
For
Friends should be loyal, honest, and kind
Thought that was us, never me, nevermind
I’ll admit that I miss you, but we won’t reach out
We’re too stubborn, too broken to ever find out
What are friends for?
What are friends for?
Exploring Betrayal and Vulnerability in Friendship
Avery Anna’s “what are friends for?” delves into the complexities of modern friendship, capturing the emotional turbulence that comes when trust is broken. Through candid lyrics, the song narrates the journey from close companionship to hurt and resentment, questioning the true meaning of friendship. The verses address the pain of betrayal, manipulative behaviors, and the confusion that arises when a friend doesn’t live up to expectations. Anna’s vulnerable storytelling highlights the struggle to reconcile nostalgia for the good times with the reality of fractured bonds, all while acknowledging the difficulty in reaching out due to pride and hurt feelings.
Song Credits
Artist: Avery Anna
Song Title: what are friends for?
Release Year: 2024