God knew I needed you

Verse 1
You walked into my life when I was already grown
Didn’t have to love me, but you made me your own
I wasn’t a little girl, didn’t need someone new
But God was writing a story, and He led me to you

You showed up steady, no spotlight or fame
Just quiet devotion and unconditional care
You filled a space I didn’t know was still bare
With a father’s heart and a constant prayer

Pre-Chorus
They say blood makes family, but love makes it true
And somehow, God made me a daughter through you

Chorus
You’re my first call when my car breaks down
My first call when my kids do something I gotta tell someone about
You love my mama the way she always deserved
You put God first and your family third
You’re the dad I didn’t ask for, didn’t see coming through
But God knew I needed you

Verse 2
They tell me I’m just like you, I walk how you walk
I talk how you talk, got your heart when I love
Funny how life makes it all come around
I found a real father when I wasn’t looking to be found

You taught me strength doesn’t always shout
Sometimes it’s showing up, day in and out
You didn’t replace what was missing before
You just became something deeper and more

Pre-Chorus
You stepped in with grace, no pressure, no proof
Just a steady love and a living truth

Chorus
You’re my first call when my car breaks down
My first call when my kids do something I gotta tell someone about
You love my mama the way she always deserved
You protect this family and stand on God’s Word
You’re the dad I didn’t want, but the one God chose
A blessing wrapped in work boots and quiet hope

Bridge
You didn’t have to claim me
Didn’t owe me a thing
But you gave me a father
And that changes everything

I love you more than these words can say
More than this melody can explain
You showed me what a real man does
You showed me chosen love

Final Chorus
You’re my first call in the hard and new
My first call in the miracle moments too
You love my mom like heaven planned
You hold this family with working hands
I’m proud to say I’m your daughter now
By God’s design, not just last names somehow
You’re the dad I didn’t know to ask for, but God sent through
Yeah… God knew I needed you

Outro
So here’s my thank you, straight from my heart
For loving me like I was yours from the start
Forever grateful, forever true…
God knew I needed you.

Country, blues, love, female lead, slow tempo, dedication, piano, thankful