You know, sometimes a song comes along that feels like it’s speaking directly to your soul. That’s exactly how I felt when I first heard “Dad.” It’s more than just a melody and lyrics—it’s a heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of the father-child relationship. The song captures those unspoken moments, the silent understandings, and even the misunderstandings that can happen over the years.
What really struck me is how it delves into the nostalgia of childhood memories while also confronting the realities of growing up and seeing our parents as imperfect humans. It’s like flipping through an old photo album where each picture brings back a flood of emotions—some sweet, some bittersweet. The artist manages to balance vulnerability with strength, making you reflect on your own experiences with your dad.
Listening to “Dad” made me want to pick up the phone and have a long chat with my old man. It reminded me that while time keeps moving forward, it’s never too late to reconnect or express how much someone means to you. If you’re looking for a song that resonates on a deep emotional level, this one is definitely worth adding to your playlist
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They say he held me just the way new Daddy’s always do
Kinda like he was afraid I would break in two
And everything he did would make me laugh so I’ve been told
He bought a war bond in my name when I was 2 weeks old
He never made me button up, or made sure I wore a hat
PTA and Sunday School, Mama did all that
I know now that he wanted to do more than he did
But I had no way of knowing then, cause I was just a kid
He taught me how to drive a car and fire a 16 gauge
He taught me how to shoot 9 ball before I was of age
He taught me how to bluff a straight while holding just pair
He never had all the answers, but he was always there
He never took me fishin’, or mentioned birds and bees
And I can count on one hand the times he raised his voice at me
He had an edge on education, and wisdom was his tool
He could tell two days before it snowed
And you can’t learn that in school
He taught me how to tie a tie and read an almanac
He taught me how to catch a horse and how to ride him back
He told me, “Son a woman will get madder at you
For something you don’t do to her than for something that you do.”
So dad if you can hear us, if there’s radio’s up there
Turn it up and listen, your boys are on the air
We never could repay you, no matter what we do
But we wrote this song and sang it, and we did it just for you