Friends
Friends

Michael W. Smith - Friends Lyrics

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Friends Music Video

Friends Lyrics

Packing up the dreams God planted
In the fertile soil of you
Can't believe the hopes He's granted
Means a chapter in your life is through
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong

And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say never
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long
To live as friends

With the faith and love God's given
Springing from the hope we know
We will pray the joy you'll live in
Is the strength that now you show
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong

And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say never
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long
To live as friends

And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say never
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long
To live as friends
No, a lifetime's not too long
To live as friends

Writer(s): Deborah D. Smith, Michael Whitaker Smith
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for the song 'Friends' by Michael W. Smith?

    The lyrics for 'Friends' were written by Debbie Smith, Michael W. Smith's wife. She has a talent for writing poetry, and Michael helped her transform this skill into writing lyrics.

  2. What was the inspiration behind the song 'Friends'?

    The song 'Friends' was inspired by a friend named Bill Jackson who was moving out of town. Michael W. Smith and his wife wrote and performed the song for Bill during a farewell get-together, which moved everyone to tears.

  3. When was the song 'Friends' first recorded?

    The song 'Friends' was first recorded on Michael W. Smith's debut album, 'The Michael W. Smith Project,' which was released in 1983.

  4. Did Michael W. Smith use a different approach when composing 'Friends'?

    Yes, Michael W. Smith composed 'Friends' by writing the melody after receiving the lyrics from his wife, Debbie. This was unusual for him, as he typically creates the melody first for about 95 percent of his songs.

  5. Has 'Friends' been performed at any significant events?

    Yes, Michael W. Smith performed 'Friends' at the state funeral service of President George H. W. Bush at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2018. Smith had become close to the Bush family since meeting them in 1989.

  6. How was the song 'Friends' received by audiences?

    The song 'Friends' has received a notable emotional response from audiences, with many people crying during concerts. Michael W. Smith mentioned that he still gets choked up when performing it.

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