[Intro]
Oh Daddy, I still hear your laugh
Echoes of love, in the whispers of my past
The phone still rings, but you aren't there
A void in my heart, it's hard to bear
[Verse 1]
February fourth, oh what a day
The heavens opened, and you slipped away
Twenty-two years, you fought so strong
Now I’m left here, trying to carry on
You faced the battle, never backing down
A warrior’s spirit in this old town
[Pre-Chorus]
But I still dream, of picking up the phone
Hearing your voice, so warm, so known
Advising me gently, like only you could
Oh Daddy, that’s what I wish I would
[Chorus]
Daddy please don't go to heaven
I need your guidance, I need your light
Though the pain's over where you're at
I just wish you were here tonight
I need your wisdom, I need your love
But I know you're watching from above
[Verse 2]
Nine long years since the call you received
In every corner, I still grieve
Your fight was noble, but still I cry
Why did you have to leave, oh why, oh why?
A wise priest spoke of crosses to bear
You carried yours, so heavy, so rare
[Pre-Chorus]
Now I feel lost in this vast, dark sea
Looking for guidance, oh Daddy, from thee
Your lessons linger in the air I breathe
Taught me strength, how to stand, how to believe
[Chorus]
Daddy please don't go to heaven
I need your guidance, I need your light
Though the pain's over where you're at
I just wish you were here tonight
I need your wisdom, I need your love
But I know you're watching from above
[Bridge]
When the stars shine bright, I feel you near
Whispering softly, soothing my fear
In my heart, your spirit lives on
In every sunset, every dawn
[Outro]
Oh Daddy, you've gone to a peaceful shore
Yet I still reach for you, forevermore
I hope you find rest, in that heavenly home
Just know in my heart, I’m never alone
Yeah, Daddy I still need you every day
Forever I'll love you, no words can say
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