[Sentimental Intro] In the old backyard With the wooden swingset We'd hang out you and me I'd play Old Songs, you'd swing and smile, My sweet Book Queen and me. [Verse] At three we moved, And your brother came, So our family became four. And the love you’ve always shown him, Makes me love you even more. You're sweet and kind, You're friendly and funny, Your mind's a vibrant stream. You swim. You draw. You read. You play. Pursuing every dream. [Chorus] No matter where your life will take you What adventures you go on What passions grow inside you What dreams you build upon I'll always have your back I'm always on your team I'm your dad, I love you And you're always my Book Queen. [Verse] There will be tough days ahead, You’ll start to pull away, To make your life your own. But I’m your dad. I’ll always want you with me ... Protected, safe, at home. So just remind me on those tougher days That you need your space to grow, And I’ll reply, with a tear in my eye, I know, sweet girl, I know. [Bridge] And remember love gets shown, In a variety of ways. Sometimes it’s with a yes, Sometimes it’s No way. For love is many things, And discipline is one. So know that when I’m tough, It’s not to stop your fun. I only have one goal, it drives all that I do, And I can sing with confidence this describes your mama too. We just want to see you live a happy life with meaning, Filled with possibility to pursue what you are dreaming. Just remember to help people and be kind along the way, And if you ever need me, you know what I will say … [Repeat Chorus] [Sentimental Outro] In the old backyard With the wooden swingset We'd hang out you and me I'd play Old Songs, you'd swing and smile, My sweet Book Queen and me.
