More Than Friends by Haley Smalls is a song about unrequited love for a best friend. The lyrics explore the uncertainty and fear of expressing romantic feelings and the potential consequences if the other person doesn't feel the same way. The protagonist asks if their best friend would notice them or break their trust for love. The song also touches on the struggle of trying to confess one's feelings while maintaining a friendship and not crossing boundaries. The protagonist is unsure if they are doing things right and constantly questioning their actions and decisions. Towards the end of the song, the protagonist realizes that they cannot force someone to love them and accepts that if their best friend doesn't feel the same way, they will have to move on. Despite the pain of unrequited love, the protagonist lays down their heart and finds strength in their vulnerability. Overall, More Than Friends is a heartfelt and relatable song about the complexities of falling in love with a friend and the courage it takes to confess those feelings.
