[Intro – spoken]
For my son – on his birthday.
And for everyone
who had to let go
when their child
became a young man.
[Verse 1]
Sometimes we meet right in the feeling.
And sometimes we collide.
Words come faster than they should.
And everyone takes a step back.
You need distance then.
Not to leave.
But to make sure
that nothing breaks
that truly matters to you.
[Verse 2]
You carry a lot inside.
More than you show.
The feelings are there.
Deep and real.
You don’t give them away easily.
And sometimes I think:
We are more alike
than you might believe.
[Verse 3]
Sometimes it’s hard for me
to truly grasp
how my little boy
became a man
who stands firmly in his life.
You are still my little one.
My son.
My treasure.
And yet I see your hands.
How they build,
repair,
create.
Quiet strength.
No noise.
Just presence.
[Verse 4]
I remember the moment
you drove a car for the first time.
Suddenly there was someone
steering his own direction.
And now I see you,
holding your son in your arms.
And everything in me pauses for a moment.
Because I know:
You have arrived in your life.
[Bridge]
You have a wonderful woman by your side.
A true partner.
And together you walk your path.
I am proud of you.
Of the man you are.
And yes –
I am proud of myself too,
for what you have become.
[Outro]
Never forget this:
You are seen.
By me.
And by so many others.
More than you may realize.
My little boy.
And now a damn good man.
I wish you nothing but the best
on your birthday.
I am so proud of you.
I love you.
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