Man Like You (Dad)

Three years old, Gulfport Mississippi

Splitting homes is never something pretty

And the child only understands none of this is easy

But in time he'll realize it was a choice to be happy

And he won't blame you anymore

I know you're gone, but I believe

You're in a better place to be

I know you're watching over me

I hope you hear me when I sing

Oh, I know you're proud of me

'Cause I'm proud to be

The son of a man like you

I was fourteen when we both told the truth

In the living room

Of a secret we both shared that you held better than

I would ever try to

And I realize time was never kind

The fear behind your eyes was a look I'd recognize

And you knew I wouldn't know

The price for a normal life

But you refused to let me think

I was the product of a lie

And in that moment I knew

I was no longer afraid of you

I know you're gone, but I believe

You're in a better place to be

I know you're watching over me

I hope you hear me when I sing

Oh, I know you're proud of me

'Cause I'm proud to be

The son of a man like you

And I don't regret our time

I know we'll meet again when I

Lay my head to rest

In my Sunday best

Right there next to you on your left

'Till then I will cherish all the memories we made

If there's one thing I'd hope was clear on that day

Before it was too late

If you were afraid

Now you'll understand

You left me in good hands

I know you're gone but I believe

You were the best dad you could be

I hope to follow in your lead

So one day I'll hear my son speak"Oh, I know you're proud of me

'Cause I'm proud to be

The son of a man like you"

And I know when God took you back

He said"Son, welcome home"