I remember the first time I held your hand
August 12th, I became a better man
Tiny fingers, a lion’s cry
Didn’t know love ’til I looked in your eyes
We’ve been climbin’ mountains in that old blue truck
Laughin’ at nothin’, just makin’ our luck
You still talk ’bout those rides to this day
And buddy, I hope you always feel that way
Oliver, my little lion heart
You’re growin’ up fast, but you’ll always be my start
We’ve been through storms, we’ve walked through rain
But your smile, son, eases every pain
It ain’t been easy, but it’s been true
And I thank the stars every night for you
Spider-Man dreams and Hulk-sized roars
Fortnite battles on the living room floor
Nerf gun fights ’til the sun goes down
You’re the king of joy in this old house
We’re learnin’ life together, side by side
I’m your biggest fan, your constant guide
You’ve got my fire, my laugh, my name
A heart so kind, and wild untamed
Oliver, my little lion heart
You’re growin’ up fast, but you’ll always be my start
We’ve been through storms, we’ve walked through rain
But your smile, son, eases every pain
It ain’t been easy, but it’s been true
And I thank the stars every night for you
One day you’ll chase dreams far and wide
But I’ll be right here, burstin’ with pride
Remember these words, wherever you roam—
You’ll always have a place to call home
Oliver, my little lion heart
You’re becoming a masterpiece, a work of art
We’ve been through storms, we’ve walked through rain
But you’ve taught me love, you’ve made me brave again
It ain’t been easy, but it’s been true
And I’m the proudest dad just watchin’ you
Yeah, I’m blessed beyond measure, and I always knew
That I was made to walk this life with you