[Verse 1]
You came in with tiny hands
And a face I knew by heart
Now you stand there in your own skin
Making big plans, playing your part
You still call when the world gets loud
You still laugh like you did then
[Pre-Chorus]
And I watch you
With that same old ache
Proud enough to cry
But I don’t break
You grew tall, son
You grew kind
And I thank the years
For what is mine
[Chorus]
My baby boy
My baby boy
You are my pride
You are my joy
My baby boy
My baby boy
I see a man
But I see my boy
(You’ll always be my boy)
[Verse 2]
You know my secrets, I know yours
You were there on my hard days
You learned how to keep your head up
And still make room for a softer way
I don’t need saving now
I’m good in my own quiet home
[Pre-Chorus]
And I watch you
With that same old ache
Proud enough to cry
But I don’t break
You built your life
With steady hands
And I can rest
I understand
[Chorus]
My baby boy
My baby boy
You are my pride
You are my joy
My baby boy
My baby boy
I see a man
But I see my boy
(You’ll always be my boy)
[Bridge]
If the road gets cold
And the nights get long
You can lean on me
I’m still that strong
But hear me now
Clear and true
I’m okay alone
And I’m proud of you
[Final Chorus]
My baby boy
My baby boy
You are my pride
You are my joy
My baby boy
My baby boy
I see a man
But I see my boy
My baby boy
My baby boy
I’m standing tall
And I’m soft with joy
(You’ll always be my boy)