Verse 1) Shadows stretch across the kitchen floor, Little eyes are peeking through the door. See the way you talk down in the street, How you brush aside the folks you meet. A careless word, a flash of sudden pride, Nowhere left for a lesson to hide. They don't just listen to the things you say, They’re taking notes on how you treat the world today. (Chorus) Little feet are walking in your tracks, Carrying the weight upon their backs. Every time you lose your head and shout, That’s the blueprint they are figuring out. So watch your tongue and clear your sober mind, Leave a legacy that's strong and kind. Before you pass the anger down the line, Remember: little eyes are watching all the time. (Verse 2) Stood behind the counter, sharp and cold, Acting like the hardest man of old. Cutting down a stranger just for show, Thinking that your children wouldn't know. Then you turn around and wonder why A little boy looks back with angry eyes, Repeating every harsh and bitter sound You dropped like poison right onto the ground. (Chorus) Little feet are walking in your tracks, Carrying the weight upon their backs. Every time you lose your head and shout, That’s the blueprint they are figuring out. So watch your tongue and clear your sober mind, Leave a legacy that's strong and kind. Before you pass the anger down the line, Remember: little eyes are watching all the time. (Bridge) They mirror every grace, they echo every flaw, To a little child, a father is the law. If you want them gentle when the storm is near, Show 'em how to handle peace instead of fear. Sober-minded, steady in the street— Make 'em proud to walk on your two feet. (Guitar Solo / Instrumental Build) (Chorus) Little feet are walking in your tracks, Carrying the weight upon their backs. Every time you lose your head and shout, That’s the blueprint they are figuring out. So watch your tongue and clear your sober mind, Leave a legacy that's strong and kind. Before you pass the anger down the line, Remember: little eyes are watching all the time. (Outro) Breathe it in. Step back. Be the man you want them to act. Yeah, keep it steady. They're watching you. (Fade out on a clean acoustic strum)
