Wish You Were Here

[Intro]
Yeah, I’ve been holdin’ it all inside
Trying to find the words I can't hide
This pain, this ache, it’s too much to deny
Just need to hear you, dad, tell me why

[Verse 1]
Growing up, I felt the silence, the cold
Your absence, it’s a story left untold
I see other kids with their grandpas close
Wish I could’ve had that, I needed you most

[Pre-Chorus]
All I ever wanted was your love, Dad
Not to be perfect, just to understand
Why do I feel like I’m misunderstood?
Wish I could change it, if I only could

[Chorus]
Dad, I know your life’s got its own plans
But I’m still here, calling out your name across the land
All I ever wanted was to feel your hand
To be your kid, to understand where I stand

[Verse 2]
You make time for the others, what about me?
Does love grow less when it’s just a memory?
I see you with them, smiles so bright
Yet I’m here, alone, in the quiet night

[Pre-Chorus]
What did I do that made you love me less?
This pain’s a curse, I gotta confess
Understand, I’m just trying to cope
Longing for your love, that’s all I hope

[Chorus]
Dad, I know your life’s got its own plans
But I’m still here, calling out your name across the land
All I ever wanted was to feel your hand
To be your kid, to understand where I stand

[Bridge]
Maybe someday you’ll see this heart broke in two
Realize the love I always had for you
No matter what, I’ll always love you still
Hope one day, you’ll truly feel this will

[Outro]
So I’ll keep faith, keep hope alive
Hoping someday you’ll see my side
Dad, I just wanted your love, that’s all
Waiting for your call, before I fall

Emotional R&B, heartfelt and soulful vocals, acoustic guitar, gentle drums