Friends Lyrics – Token

Friends Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
Token shares a powerful story about meeting a girl at a fan event in Nevada. She was at the end of the line, alone, covered in tattoos, and quietly opened up about deep trauma—losing her parent and her brother to an overdose. She even told him that his music helped her pull through during the darkest time in her life when she was close to giving up completely. Token tried to really listen and take it in, but it was almost too heavy and real for him to process all at once. She spoke softly, and no one else from his crew really heard her, but he did, and it stuck with him.

Even though she was attractive, Token didn’t really notice that at first. But his friend—someone close to him—did. His friend complimented her, followed her after the event, and invited her for a drink even though the bar was closed to the public. Since they were performers, they had access. Token knows his friend’s behavior well and kind of assumed what might happen next. He didn’t stay to see it unfold; he just went back to his hotel. But in his mind, it seemed like a cool experience for her—she got to meet the artist who changed her life and hang out with his friend too.

But here’s where it gets complicated. Token realizes that while his music helped her survive, his friend may have taken advantage of her vulnerable state. His friend isn’t a terrible person in general, but he didn’t know the full story of what that girl had been through. Token’s torn—he was the reason she found hope, but he also might be tied to something that hurt her. And now he wonders what she thinks of him when she hears his songs. Does she remember her brother who died or does she remember waking up in a situation she didn’t want with his friend? That inner conflict is what really weighs on him.

[Chorus]
These lines repeat like a promise between close friends. It’s like a reminder of loyalty, saying no matter what happens, we’re bonded for life. They call each other best friends and say they’ll always stick together, even if things get hard or messy.

[Verse 2]
Token starts by talking about a friendship that’s deeply personal and goes way back. He met this guy when he was only 14, and the friend was almost 10 years older, but they connected through music and ambition. They were two hungry rappers trying to figure things out, spending late nights making songs and dreaming big. His friend felt like family—hugged Token’s mom, stayed up working together, and really believed in the vision of making it one day. Then one day, the friend called in tears, and it turned out he was going to be a dad.

Token knew the girl too—she was involved in their music sessions and freestyles—and eventually she gave birth to a healthy baby. It was a big moment. While the friend stepped into fatherhood, Token’s career started taking off. As Token got more popular and began touring, the friend supported him but also started wanting more for himself. He didn’t want to be left behind. They always believed quitting was failure, so when Token moved to LA and found success, the friend followed, hoping to chase that same dream.

But the reality was harsh. The friend left behind his daughter, and that decision started to show its weight over time. At first they talked all the time, but then less and less. Years flew by, and now that little girl is a teenager who barely knows her dad. Meanwhile, in LA, Token’s friend isn’t making progress—no fans, no songs out, no tours, no real money, and not even contact with his daughter. Token sees how it’s all slipping away, and it hurts to watch.

The girl has made her own judgment—being Token’s friend doesn’t mean anything anymore. And Token feels the guilt, like maybe he pushed him toward this without thinking of the consequences. They still hang out, and Token listens as the friend talks about music he’s working on, but deep down, Token knows it’s not going anywhere. He doesn’t say it though—he just keeps being the encourager, because that’s all he feels he can offer. But deep inside, he’s asking himself what’s worse: giving up or being a father who isn’t there? Even with all that, he still calls him his friend.

[Chorus]
This part feels like a bittersweet echo of loyalty. It’s a declaration that no matter how messed up things get, that bond of friendship still exists. They call each other best friends, like they’re trying to hold onto that closeness from before life got complicated. Even if mistakes were made, the connection is still there. It’s more about the emotional tie than the reality of the situation.