(Verse 1)
Toy trucks scattered on the hardwood floor
I’m checking the locks and I’m closing the door
You’ve got his eyes, but thank God not his soul
The one who walked away and left a giant hole
He didn’t want the magic, he couldn't handle the weight
So I became your world, I became your fate
I’m the monster-slayer and the one who heals the knees
Doing the work of two while I’m down on my knees.
(Chorus)
And I’m a package deal, yeah, it’s him and it’s me
I’m looking for a "forever," not a "wait and see"
’Cause one man already broke the ultimate vow
And I’ll be damned if I let another one in now
Who’s gonna love him? Who’s gonna stay?
Who’s gonna keep the ghost of his father away?
I want to find love, I want to feel new
But I’m a mama bear first, and I’m terrified of you.
(Verse 2)
I go out on a Friday, I’m checking my phone
Picturing you sleeping in your bed all alone
The guy across the table, he’s saying my name
But I’m wondering if he’s just playing a game
’Cause it’s easy to like me when the lights are all low
But will you like him when he’s screaming "no"?
Will you show up for the games? Will you sit in the stands?
Or will you drop his little heart right out of your hands?
(Bridge)
He doesn’t know yet that he wasn't enough
For a man made of cowardice and hollowed-out stuff
He thinks the world is kind, he thinks people remain
And I’m the only wall standing between him and the rain
So if you’re gonna leave, don’t even say hello
If you aren't ready for the roots, don't watch us grow
I can handle a heartbreak, I’ve done it before
But I won't let my son watch you walk out that door.
(Guitar Solo / Instrumental Break)
(Chorus)
Yeah, I’m a package deal, it’s him and it’s me
I’m looking for a "forever," not a "wait and see"
’Cause one man already broke the ultimate vow
And I’ll be damned if I let another one in now
Who’s gonna love him? Who’s gonna stay?
Who’s gonna keep the ghost of his father away?
I want to find love, I want to feel new
But I’m a mama bear first, and I’m terrified of you.
(Outro)
So I’ll keep the gate locked, and I’ll keep the light on
Until I find the one who won't be gone by dawn
Just me and my boy, we’re doing just fine
Holding out for a love that’s worth his time
Yeah, worth his time.
My brave little man.
I’ve got you.
