Does the term 'homies' refer to friendship or any form of close relationship?

Its ya mates, ya bros, ya homies. Don't call someone you want to bang your homie... Quickest way to friendzone

Homie refers to a good close friend living in your hometown/neighborhood

2 bros sittin in a hot tub 5 feet apart cause they’re not gay

I thought it was a gangbanger term

I see it a little different. 😁
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