Story Behind The Song
I wrote this when my sons were little, thinking about what I would say to them when they grew up and left home.
Song Description
A father telling his child that he will always be there for him/her, no matter what hardships they encounter in adult life.
| Song Length |
2:46 |
Genre |
Pop - Alternative, Pop - General |
| Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Quiet |
Subject |
Encouragement, Father |
| Similar Artists |
Michael Buble |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
GOOD ENOUGH
(A FATHER'S SONG)
When your heroes turn out to be human,
and their flaws appear larger than life,
and you're mad 'cause the world doesn't work like it should work,
and nothing is working out right,
just remember there's someone who loves you.
Call on me when the going gets tough.
I'm not claiming to be anybody but me,
but that used to be good enough.
When the whole world's too busy to see you,
and nobody's returning your calls,
and it seems like your friends are an endangered species,
'cause no one's too friendly at all,
there's a place where you'll always be welcome,
where you'll always be greeted with love.
I'm not claiming to be anybody but me,
but that used to be good enough.
I've got two strong shoulders to lean on --
two arms made for holding you tight.
I've been picking you up since you were a baby,
and I can still do it just right.
When you feel like no one understands you,
don't forget we're made of the same stuff.
I'm not claiming to be anybody but me,
but that used to be good enough.
And I pray that that's always enough.