City Trouble and Country Roots part 2

[Intro]
Old man sittin' on his porch swing, watchin' the sunset fade away
Memories and warnings linger, in his heart they stay
He told his grandkids to stay on the farm, keep the world at bay
But they found their way to the city, where shadows often sway

[Verse 1]
Grandpa told 'em stories 'bout a world so mixed and wide
Warned 'em 'bout the dangers lurking, kept 'em safe inside
Big lips, big hoodies, gold chains shining in the night
He said, "Stay away from trouble, keep your noses clean, hold tight"

[Pre-Chorus]
But he had dreams of streets and lights, chasing brighter days
Thought he could be different, find his own way
Now I'm sitting lonely, watching for the call to break the dawn
Praying for my grandkid, lest the night be too long

[Chorus]
Oh, grandson, I cried, when I heard the news
Shot twenty-seven times, left his heart bruised
In ICU, fighting for life, in a world so cold and rough
He warned 'em all, but sometimes love's not enough

[Verse 2]
City’s got its rough corners, shining screens deceive
Kids get lost in shadows, can't see what they believe
Grandpa's words echo in the wind, a silent plea
To teach 'em about the life he choose, and what it means to be free

[Pre-Chorus]
He dreams of a world where love can conquer fear
But violence takes a toll, and who’s to steer?
Waiting on good news, hearts pounding in his chest
Hoping one more breath, they find their way to rest

[Chorus]
Oh, grandson, I cried, when I heard the news
Shot twenty-seven times, left his heart bruised
In ICU, fighting for life, in a world so cold and rough
He warned 'em all, but sometimes love's not enough

[Bridge]
Will they learn from this pain, will the scars fade someday?
Or will darkness be the only game they play?
I'm prayin' for my grandkid, in that sterile white room
Hoping the morning brings a chance to bloom

[Outro]
Old man sittin' on his porch swing, hopes and prayers in the air
Wishing for a world with more love, less despair
He told 'em to stay on the farm, but he sought the city lights
Now he waits with faith, through endless nights

Country story-telling, traditional instruments, narrated by older male voice, sad tone, harmonica