Standard (EADGBE)
Intro
After seventeen years, behind bars
And looking back on his mistakes
He sat down and poured out, his heart
When his son came and seen him today
He spoke with a voice, that trembled
Trying to hold back the tears
He said I ain't been much of a father
Son I wish I could turn back, the years
Cause life's like a river, And the water is deep
Cross it with care, Or you'll end up like me
(Hold for 4 beats)
Let my mistakes, Be your steppin' stones
And walk on the rocks, That I stumbled on
He said son stay away from, the bottle
Watch out for the company you keep
And hold on to those you love
Cause love is a man's greatest need
The right way may not be easy
The right road ain't always straight
Son, please don't follow the footsteps
That leads to where I am today
Repeat Chorus:
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Tag: And walk on the rocks, That I stumbled on
Outro