Story Behind The Song

Written when my daughter was about to leave for college.

Song Description

A mother reflects on motherhood and - with a mix of ambivalence and optimism - watches her daughter leave the nest. Sure to bring a tear to the eye of every parent.

Lyrics

Wish I could hold on to a time too quickly passed
And slow down all the years that flew too fast
I long to keep you close, ?though I?m proud to watch you soar
To cradle you forever, but the world stands at your door

A CHILD IS A CHILD NO MATTER HER AGE
AND THOUGH MY HEART ACHES, THIS TRUTH MUST BE FACED
EVERY MOTHER HAS TO LET HER DAUGHTER GROW
EVERY MOTHER HAS TO LET HER DAUGHTER GO

I gave you life, but loving you I came alive
I taught you, but found wisdom in your eyes
All the gifts I gave, you gave back along the way
So as you spread your wings and fly, there?s nothing to repay

CHORUS: repeat

Every mother lingers as her children leave the nest
And suddenly a stage comes to an end
But children grown, her life?s her own, what lies ahead is best
As every mother, in her daughter, finds a friend

CHORUS: repeat
AND THROUGH THE YEARS, IF WE CAN LET EACH OTHER GROW
PERHAPS WE?LL NEVER HAVE TO LET EACH OTHER GO