Life Vest

Swim up to the surface to try and catch my breath
Through all the waves of life, you’ve known me better than the rest
No one can pull me down when I’m with you
You help me see the world from a new view

If I can’t be you
At least you’re my best friend

You’re my life vest when I’m drowning
You’re my helmet when I fall
You’re the shoulder that I lean on
When I’m scared and feeling small
You’re always there for me
And I try to do that too
But no matter what I do
I could never be like you

This song isn’t supposed to be about jealousy
But after spending time with you, I don’t want to be me
No one could say a bad thing about you
But I’m just filled with flaws through and through

If I can’t be you
At least you’re my best friend

You’re my life vest when I’m drowning
You’re my helmet when I fall
You’re the shoulder that I lean on
When I’m scared and feeling small
You’re always there for me
And I try to do that too
But no matter what I do
I could never be like you

When I am with you, I perceive the world in a whole new kind of light
See less flaws and I sense the brighter side
I know why small matters can’t make us fight

You’re my life vest when I’m drowning
You’re my helmet when I fall
You’re the shoulder that I lean on
When I’m scared and feeling small
You’re always there for me
And I try to do that too
But no matter what I do
I could never be like you