Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out Lyrics

Lyric discussion by sundy420 

Cover art for Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out lyrics by Janis Joplin

This one seems to have a pretty straightforward meaning. Most people have experienced it themselves, at least know someone who has, or was a part themself in betrayal of a friend. However, if I am down but necessarily for the reason mentioned above, it is a song so help relieve depression and to motivate oneself.