Father, you are older than me, and in many ways you are wise,
But, all of my life, it's hurt to see the sadness that's in your eyes,
And I know that your life has been hard and you struggle to do your best,
Now I want you to share the love I've found and give your poor heart a rest.
And he'll draw close to you if you'd only ask him to,
He would understand your heart's most secret prayer, and he's waiting there.
And, mother, I could never forget your laughter and your worried tears,
And all of the loving things you did to help me through those painful years,
And I know, when you've given your heart, life has often been unkind,
But, turning away, you just might miss the love you've waited years to find, oh.
And he'll draw close to you if you'd only ask him to,
Let him wash away the bitterness and fear - you'll see he's here.
Dear brother, I remember the days I'd tag along to play,
And all of the childish, angry things we never really meant to say,
And I know that those boys have grown up, and we'll never play those games again,
And that's why I hope you'll understand, and listen to me as a friend.
And he'll draw close to you if you'd only ask him to,
Let him have the chance to show what love can do - it's there for you,
It's there for you, it's there for you.
