JJ Heller - Asking For A Friend (Official Audio Video)

Asking For A Friend
By JJ Heller, David Heller, and Ross King

What do you do when
Every morning
The first thing you think is
You just want to stay in bed
I’m just asking for a friend

What do you say when
All of your feelings
Are so overwhelming
That you’re too tired to pretend
I’m just asking for a friend

Maybe you’re thinking she sounds like a mess
But trust me when I say she’s doing her best
Doing her best

We all need
We all need the same thing
Someone to let us in
We all need
We all need a safe place we don’t have to defend
I’m not asking for all the pain in all the world to end
I’m just asking for a friend

How do you come back
From losing all you have
You’re so afraid that
You’ll just lose it all again
I’m just asking for a friend

Maybe you don’t know the right thing to say
But trust me what she needs is someone to stay
Someone to stay

We all need
We all need the same thing
Someone to let us in
We all need
We all need a safe place we don’t have to defend
I’m not asking for all the pain in all the world to end
I’m just asking for a friend

I’ve been looking for connection
But I don’t know where I fit in
I’m still afraid of rejection
But I’m ready to begin
‘Cause I could really use a friend
I’m just asking for a friend

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[sarawilloughby]

This song is.... it's as if JJ Heller has been reading my journal. Wow.

[jimbirdmusic]

You are, perhaps, the most sensitive, caring songwriter out there. I am learning a lot about writing from your songs. I’ve said this before, but it continues to be true: God is using you, and probably far beyond what you can imagine. God bless you. You are certainly a blessing to many.

[rachelb]

Wow, these are the lyrics that describe my life perfectly right now. I really needed to hear this song today. I've been looking for that safe place when all around me feels unsafe right now. I long for someone to let me in. Thank you JJ.

[jacquelynnjones]

I lost my dad, and 3 people I love dearly betrayed me and left me in the depth of my grief. the words here explain exactly how I feel in the world. I am so scared something will happen to my kids or my husband.

[annabellesings]

Relatable and absolutely beautiful. I always wish I could fit in and make a friend that would stay like the song says but it’s so difficult.

[mihproiete]

Thank you again JJ! You always seem to understand me... ❤😭

[kristopherschermerhorn]

And I am so thrilled we are getting not one but TWO beautiful new songs this month?! Love following your recording process for 'You Already Know" on Facebook, and can't wait for the finished project! At least one good thing came out of this pandemic....(I'm sure there will be more...we serve the God who is working all things together for good!)

[dominquephorson]

How JJ always comes my way with just the most precise songs for that moment amazes me. God bless you JJ for all these years.

[kristopherschermerhorn]

This song is so beautiful JJ, and feels so conversational. I just know this song is going to speak to so many on such a deep level. 💙 And that safe place we don't have to defend, that friend... it''s just Christ.

[jamieburke]

God uses you so wonderfully, David and JJ 😃🙏🏻

[lisayoder]

JJ your music as absolutely helped me on my journey... song after song resonates. Blessings to you.💜

[redeyeinc.]

Almost has that OwlCity vibe. I like it.

[chloefrazier]

I Can't Tell.you.How much This Song means Too Me It is Such A Blessing Thank you So Much May God continue to Bless you JJ And your Family As Well Keep Up The Work I Just Love your Music.

[Johnster]

hey jj, this song is exactly how i feel right now regarding everything about my mom, who is now dying. thank you for making such a beautiful song,

[Kate-lryv]

well done jj heller this song is amazing! It really spoke to me . May God bless you!

[cattotengee]

Thanks for the song jj, the song woke up from deep sleep. Well to those who thought i left them for any reason, well, i just wanna say im still a friend, anytime u knock my door im still there to open. Ok..just a friend.

[GreggMcBrideOfficial]

Amazing! And just what my heart -- and the world -- needed. Thank you!

[johnandlisamartin]

Thank you JJ Heller for this beautiful song, 😭❤ it gave my heart a voice tonight ❤

[nkchin]

Your voice is calming, your lyrics are healing, your songs are heart-warming and teaching. You are a blessing to my study time.

[alexsashka]

Beautiful singing. Be encouraged. You are amazing.