Anthem of a Father

I may miss your first smile, your first step, your first kiss

But I promise you darling these things YOU’LL not miss

I’ll be your daddy, no matter the deal

Buy pretty dresses, make sure that you heal

I’ll be there sweetheart, I’ll be there – don’t fear

When the teacher is mean, when the boys pull your hair

I’ll say you look pretty, teach you how to fight

I’ll test all your boyfriends, to see if they’re right

I’ll help you grow strong, yet supple as a reed

I’ll be your daddy, as long as you need

I’ll be your daddy, we’ll talk and have fun

No gangster am I, no use for a gun

I’ll earn your respect, I owe that to you

I’ll honor your mother, this you’ll see to be true

And if you get married, I’ll be by your side

Making sure that you know, you’re a beautiful bride

This is the anthem of a strong chocolate brother

My children will know me, though I’m not with their mother.

~© CBG 2009