F.R.I.E.N.D.S Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Your voice has cradled me to sleep for twenty years or somethin’
A friend that lives in the TV
To them you’d never be a person with a drinking problem
You’re just a man behind the screen
[Pre-Chorus]
And I was jealous that Joey was your roommate
But in the real world, you’re just left by yourself
And by the time someone found you, it was too late
It got too much, and you chose Heaven over Hell
[Chorus]
So when the rain starts to pour, I’ll be thinking of you
So no one ever told you life would be this way?
Rewind the scene where they were singing, “I’ll be there for you”
While there’s no one there for you
[Verse 2]
You hid your pain behind a match they called your sense of humour
It’s storming when the laughter ends
And all the publications, speculating, mostly rumours
Now they pretend to be your friends
[Pre-Chorus]
And by the time someone found you, it was too late
It got too much, and you chose Heaven over Hell
And all the lighters we hold up won’t ease the sadness
‘Cause in the end, all that we need is someone’s help
[Chorus]
So when the rain starts to pour, I’ll be thinking of you
So no one ever told you life would be this way?
Rewind the scene where they were singing, “I’ll be there for you”
While there’s no one there for you
Could I be any more sorry there’s a world without you? (Could I be?)
So no one ever in life could end like you (No one ever would)
Rewind the scene where they were singing, “I’ll be there for you”
While there’s no one there for you
[Bridge: Vocalisation]
[Chorus]
So when the rain starts to pour, I’ll be thinking of you (I’ll be thinking)
So no one ever told you life would be this way? (No one ever told me)
Rewind the scene where they were singing, “I’ll be there for you”
While there’s no one there for you
Summary of this Song Lyrics
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James Arthur’s “F.R.I.E.N.D.S” song is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved TV actor who became a comforting presence for many through his on-screen role, but who struggled with pain and loneliness in real life. The lyrics reflect on the contrast between the character’s cheerful persona on television and the actor’s private battles, including issues like addiction and isolation. The artist expresses sorrow and empathy, acknowledging how fame can mask real suffering and how support often comes too late.
The song references iconic elements from the show—like the theme song line “I’ll be there for you”—and juxtaposes it with the tragic reality that no one was truly there for the person when they needed help the most. There’s a strong sense of mourning and regret throughout, with lines that evoke how much the individual meant to fans and how deeply his loss is felt. The repetition of rain and loneliness paints a picture of enduring grief, while the phrase “chose Heaven over Hell” suggests a final escape from pain.
Ultimately, the song underscores the importance of reaching out and being present for those who are suffering, even if they seem happy on the surface. It’s a tender, sorrowful reminder of the human behind the fame.
Album – PISCES (2025) [Tracklist]
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1. Summer (2025)
2. Cruel
3. All My Love
4. ADHD
5. Gucci (Interlude)
6. Celebrate
7. F.R.I.E.N.D.S
8. Embers
9. KARAOKE
10. Yeah, No.
11. Water
12. Hallelujah
F.R.I.E.N.D.S (MV)
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Audio Credits & Details
Artist : James Arthur
Album : PISCES
Lyricist : James Arthur, Daniel Bingham, Steve Solomon
Musicians : Steve Solomon
Label : James Arthur
Genre: Pop
Date: April 25, 2025