My Friend
Anouk · Urban Solitude
Can you tell me why
You say there's nothing on your mind
Please stop telling lies
As long as you're lying
I can't ease your mind
No sense in hiding
It's all in your eyes
No need to hide
Can't tell me lies
No sense in hiding
It's all in your eyes
Cause I ain't happy man
'till I see you smile
'till I see the spark back in your eyes
And I can tell you why
As long as you're smiling
I'll hit a high
No sense in hiding
It's all in you eyes
No need to hide
You can't tell me lies
No sense in hiding
It's all in your eyes
What's the matter baby
What's the matter baby
What's the matter now
Cause I ain't happy Unless
I see you smile
Unless I see you smile
What's the matter man
What's the matter baby
What's the matter now
Cause I ain't happy
Unless I see you smile
Unless I see you smile
My Friend
My Friend stands as a poignant song in Anouk's discography, appearing on the 2007 album Urban Solitude. The track showcases the Dutch singer-songwriter's signature blend of rock and soul, characterized by her powerful, emotive vocals and raw delivery. During this period, Anouk was refining a sound that balanced introspective songwriting with dynamic musical arrangements, moving away from the harder edges of her earlier work. The song captures the intimate vulnerability often found in her recordings, exploring themes of connection and support without relying on cliché. As part of a cohesive album that also features tracks like Michel and My Best Wasn't Good Enough, My Friend contributes to a body of work that highlights Anouk's ability to convey deep emotion through straightforward, impactful composition. This recording remains a testament to her enduring presence in the European rock and pop landscape.