Waiting on a Friend: Finding Hope and Connection

‘Waiting on a Friend’ is a dance-pop track exploring solace in the midst of loneliness and uncertainty, ultimately reminding us that true friendship can be a lifeline in dark moments.

Released on Spotify Nov. 17

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As of yesterday, this was literally a few chords in the Logic folder and i desperately needed music therapy. So Saturday morning, chords, Sunday evening, track. is it perfect? not a chance. did i want to try and ship simething i put together at a feverish pace? yes. did i learn a ton, and not over think it? yes. is that a win? absolutely. Is it from the heart and you can hear mistakes? again, yes. But it’s raw and fresh and that’s what I love about this one. I hope you do too.

About Waiting on a Friend

 In a world where we all face moments of solitude and uncertainty, “Waiting on a Friend” emerges as a compelling dance-pop song that resonates with anyone who has ever felt lost and in need of a lifeline. Let’s explore the deeper themes behind the lyrics and the power of music to bring people together in their times of need.

1. The Lyrical Journey

“Waiting on a Friend” takes listeners on a journey through moments of despair, loneliness, and the quest for genuine connection. The opening lines, “Have you felt you’re all alone and standing on a ledge,” paint a vivid picture of isolation and vulnerability. The repetition of these feelings underscores the universal experience of being pushed to the edge.

2. The Emotion of Loneliness

The song delves into the raw emotion of loneliness and the feeling of being adrift. The lyrics, “Have you felt you’re living there just want it all to end,” vividly capture the pain and longing that often accompany solitude. The song’s acknowledgment of these feelings is a reminder it’s okay to feel this way and that you’re not alone in your struggles.

3. The Power of Friendship

“Waiting on a Friend” emphasizes the importance of friendship as a source of hope and support during difficult times. It encourages us to reach out and connect with those who can lend a helping hand. The lyrics, “Sometimes we’re alone, and it’s not okay. Doesn’t feel so right when you’re pushed this way,” highlight the idea that friendship can be the antidote to loneliness and despair.

4. More Than a Feeling

The song’s chorus, “It’s more than a feeling, and I’m at the end. Don’t know if I can hold on, waiting on a friend,” underscores the idea that the need for connection goes beyond just a feeling – it’s a fundamental human need. The uncertainty of whether or not you can hold on until that friend arrives speaks to the desperation that can accompany loneliness.

5. Rediscovering Trust

As the song progresses, it touches on the process of rebuilding trust and finding hope again. The lines, “then I remember all the times with you, begin to trust again, maybe good is true,” highlight the transformative power of friendship and the ability to mend even the deepest wounds.

6. The Resonance of “Waiting on a Friend”

“Waiting on a Friend” captures the essence of the human experience – the highs and lows, the loneliness, and the joy of finding true connection. It reminds us that, in our moments of despair, we can find hope and solace through friendship. This dance-pop track serves as a testament to the healing power of music and the way it can bring people together.

In conclusion, “Waiting on a Friend” is not only a song; it’s a reflection of being human. Its emotional depth and catchy dance-pop melody make it a track that hopefully resonates with you. Whether you’ve experienced the emotions described in the song or you simply appreciate its message, “Waiting on a Friend” stands as a reminder that we’re all in this together, waiting on a friend to help us through the toughest of times.

Waiting on a Friend – Lyrics

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have you felt you’re all alone

and standing on a ledge

Have you felt you’re all alone

pushed beyond the edge

have you felt you’re living there

just want it all to end

want to know just where you are

or who to call a friend

sometimes we’re alone

and it’s not ok

doesn’t feel so right

when you’re pushed this way

it’s more than a feeling

and i’m at the end

don’t know if i can hold on

waiting on a friend

don’t know what to do

or even how to feel

maybe done with this 

and say goodbye for real

then i remember

all the times with you

begin to trust again

maybe good is true

sometimes we’re alone

and it’s not ok

doesn’t feel so right

when you’re pushed this way

it’s more than a feeling

and i’m at the end

don’t know if i can hold on

waiting on a friend

waiting on a friend

have you felt you’re all alone

and standing on a ledge

want to know where you are

and who to call a friend

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