My First Best Friend

You were my friend before I understood what friendship meant
You understood my needs before I could voice them
You are the basis in which I determine what a good friendship is
You are my first best friend

You scold me,
You lie to me,
You forgive me,
You nurture me,
You are my first best friend

If anybody ever asks me why I always take your side,
I can count a thousand ways but never put my finger on it
I can sing it in songs but never say the words
All I know is that you are my first best friend

So come hell or high waters
River deep and mountain high
The devil and the deep blue sea
Late night fights and day time screams
You’re stuck with me
Because you’re my first best friend
You’re my mother and I’m not letting go of those apron strings