I don't want to be on my phone
But I can't be alone
Welcome to the modern way
Trying to be somebody I'm not
But it's not what I want
Tell me there's another way
All of the lights
I chased are now faded
All the cheap thrills
Were only time wasted
Tell me why society's plan
Should define who I am
Surely there's a higher way
All of my best friends
Are sick of pretending
We want the truth
(Na-na, na-na)
So much is missing
So give us the real thing
I know it's You
Na-na, na-na...
Na-na, na-na...
Na-na, na-na...
I don't want a stereotype
To decide who I am
It never knew me anyway
I'm over trying to find the next hype
'Cause the high never lasts
I'm going to go another way
All of the lights
I chased are now faded
Dylan was right
The times they are changing
Tell me why society's plan
Should define who I am
Surely there's a higher way
All of my best friends
Are sick of pretending
We want the truth
(Na-na, na-na)
So much is missing
So give us the real thing
I know it's You
Na-na, na-na...
Na-na, na-na...
Na-na, na-na...
All of my best friends
Are sick of pretending
We want the truth
(Na-na, na-na)
So much is missing
So give us the real thing
I know it's You
I know it's You
"Best Friends" by Hillsong Young & Free is a powerful anthem that speaks to the struggles many of us face in today's digital age. The lyrics beautifully capture the desire to break free from societal pressures and find our true identity in Christ.
The song starts off with a relatable sentiment: "I don't want to be on my phone, but I can't be alone." In a world where social media and technology dominate our lives, it's easy to feel disconnected and lost. We often find ourselves seeking validation and acceptance through the virtual world, but deep down, we long for something more meaningful.
Hillsong Young & Free challenges this superficial way of living by declaring, "All of the lights I chased are now faded, all the cheap thrills were only time wasted." They recognize that the pursuit of worldly pleasures and temporary satisfaction will ultimately leave us empty and unfulfilled. They long for a higher way, one that transcends societal norms and leads to true fulfillment.
The song then takes a bold stance against conforming to society's expectations: "I don't want a stereotype to decide who I am, it never knew me anyway." The band encourages listeners to reject the pressure to fit into a mold and be someone they're not. They invite us to embrace our uniqueness and find our identity in God.
The underlying message of "Best Friends" is that our true identity and purpose can only be found in Christ. The lyrics state, "All of my best friends are sick of pretending, we want the truth, so much is missing, so give us the real thing, I know it's You." The band acknowledges that many of us are tired of pretending to be someone we're not, and we long for authenticity and genuine relationships. They recognize that only Jesus can provide the fulfillment and truth we seek.
This theme of finding our identity in Christ aligns with several Scripture verses. In Romans 12:2, we are urged not to conform to the patterns of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. This echoes the band's desire to break free from societal pressures and find a higher way.
Another verse that relates to the message of the song is 1 Peter 2:9, which says, "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light." This verse reminds us that we are set apart and chosen by God, and our identity is rooted in Him.
"Best Friends" is a call to authenticity and a reminder of our true identity in Christ. It encourages us to break free from the pressures of society and find fulfillment in a genuine relationship with God. The song's infectious energy and powerful lyrics make it a standout track that resonates with listeners of all ages. So let's join Hillsong Young & Free in their pursuit of the truth and embrace our true identity as children of God.
