Mon Ami, or "My Friend" in English, is a song by Danish rapper Gilli. The lyrics convey a deep bond and loyalty between friends, emphasizing the willingness to go through anything to support and stand by each other. The song reflects on the experiences and actions they have gone through together as friends. It speaks of the cold nights they have spent outside and the things they have seen and done. Despite the harshness of the world, they remain together and united. Gilli also mentions pushing away people who only have good intentions towards him, demonstrating his loyalty to his true friends. He acknowledges his own erratic behavior and the challenges they face, but they remain resilient and continue to support one another. The chorus "Mon frère," meaning "My brother" in French, highlights the close bond and brotherhood between the friends, emphasizing their unity and shared experiences. The song expresses gratitude and encouragement to his friends, expressing that even though they may face difficulties, they can overcome them together. Gilli also pays homage to friends who have passed away too soon, mentioning that their absence is felt and their mothers are proud of them. He encourages his friends to smile despite the coldness of the world. The lyrics further express how his thoughts wander and his loyalty remains unyielding, always being there for his friends before anyone else. Gilli also mentions the importance of rappers telling stories of experiences they have genuinely lived through. Overall, Mon Ami is a heartfelt tribute to the enduring bond of friendship and the support that friends provide to one another through thick and thin.
