when I look at you these days

I think of all weve been through

you and I are one in the same

and I thank god for you

(Chorus)

I remember the youth and the days gone by

and it hurts me to see the age in your eyes

oh I wish I could turn back the hands of time

and do it all over again

my friend

oh my friend

you were always here for me

and I'll be there for you

you taught me how to live my life

your the strength that pulls me through

(Chorus)

I remember the youth and the days gone by

and it hurts me to see the age in your eyes

oh I wish I could turn back the hands of time

and do it all over again

my friend

so many times you were tough on me

I just didnt understand

lookin' back I realize

that you made me a better man

oh my friend

(guitar solo)

(chorus)

I remember the youth and the days gone by

and it hurts me to see the age in your eyes

oh I wish I could turn back the hands of time

and do it all over again

and do it all over again

my friend

oh youll always be my friend

now I understand

oh my friend

made me a better man

oh my friend

oh you will always be my friend

made me a better man

now I understand

you will always be...be my friend