The song "Any Human Friend" by Marika Hackman explores themes of identity, belonging, and the desire for emotional connection. The lyrics suggest a feeling of detachment from society and a sense of being different or misunderstood. In the lines "Meet me on the outside 'cause we don't belong, Everybody's looking at me like I'm made of stone," Hackman conveys a sense of isolation from others. She feels like an outsider, not fitting into societal norms or expectations. The comparison to being "made of stone" suggests a facade or emotional numbness. It implies that people view her as unfeeling or unapproachable. The chorus, "We're golden, We're golden," repeats the phrase as a mantra or affirmation. It could be interpreted as a self-assurance or assertion that despite feeling like an outsider, she still holds value and worth. The lines "I'll take you to the far side, Where it won't be wrong, 'Cause everybody wants to be made of stone" suggest a longing for a deeper connection with someone who understands her. Hackman offers to take this person to a place where they won't be judged or criticized for not conforming to societal expectations. The phrase "be made of stone" here may allude to the desire for emotional armor or protection against the judgment of others. Overall, "Any Human Friend" portrays the struggles of feeling disconnected from others, longing for genuine connection, and grappling with maintaining a sense of self in a judgmental world. Hackman's lyrics evoke a search for understanding and acceptance as she navigates her own identity.
