Story Behind The Song
Song was written to celebrate 45 years of friendship, in appreciation for the circle of love and acceptance always provided.
Song Description
Reflecting on life long friendships, the changes that have occurred over time, the power that love and support from friends has to keep us going throughout the many trials life throws at us. Celebrating the people who have stood by us.
| Song Length |
3:29 |
Genre |
Folk - Country, Folk - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Welcoming, Gracious |
Subject |
Friend, Happiness |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
My Old Friend
John Neil Martin & Lynda Dobbin-Turner
V1
I can't remember a time
When we weren't together
Conversations quiet a while
Then pick right up again
I always knew we'd be friends forever
From the time that we first met
There was no need to pretend
You've seen me at my best
You've seen me at my worst
When my world comes crashing down
You come running first
Chorus
My old friend
You've always been around
My old friend
I want you by my side
My old friend
You pick me up when I am down
My old friend
Through life's changing tides
V2
Even in a world when I'm on my own
I know you're standing here with me
You'll always be my stone
We only keep the love we give away
Love is all that matters
At the end of every day
You've loved me at my best
You've loved me at my worst
You love me just the way I am
That's the greatest gift on earth
Chorus
My old friend
You're missed when you're not here
My old friend
You walk me through my fear
My old friend
I know the troubles you've been through
My old friend
Where would I be without you
Bridge
As each year falls away
We come to know what matters most
The time we spend, the laughs we share
The voices of our ghosts
Our secrets are all safe
Our history's our glue
I only hope you realize
How much I still need you
V3
I see my world as a vibrant tapestry
Every stitch a lesson
Every thread a memory
You've brought so much color to my life
Without you, there would be
Only shades of black and white
You see me as more
Than I can ever realize
And I strive to be, the me you see
When you see me through your eyes
Chorus
My old friend
I love the time we get to spend
My old friend
I hope what we have never ends
My old friend
I'll never let you walk alone
My old friend
When I'm with you I'm home