I don't want to change you
Or smother you with love
I just want to know that you're my friend
And I don't want to hurt you
Or drown you in my words
I just want to know that you're my friend
When I need you
And I, your friend
When you need me
If you're down and lonely
In need of a friend
I'll be there with you
To the very end
And if I'm feeling troubled
Sorry or confused
I know on you I can depend
When I need you
And I, your friend
When you need me
I don't want to change you
Or smother you with love
I just want to know that you're my friend
And I don't want to own you
Or try to cramp your style
I just want to know that you're my friend
When I need you
And I, your friend
When you need me
Ahh, when I need you