[Verse 1]
Children come first
That’s the code I keep
My daughters are my world
My sons won’t see me weak
I tuck the hurt away
When the table’s set at night
I keep my tears in my pocket
And I teach them wrong from right
[Pre-Chorus]
Our family’s broken
But I hold the frame
If I bend in private
I still say their names
[Chorus]
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
That’s how I stay whole
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
Let it show in my bones
(love the kids first)
[Verse 2]
I learned to wear a smile
Like a coat in winter rain
When the house feels empty
I don’t let them see the pain
I raise them up on честy
On mercy, grit, and grace
If they can love me later
I’ll leave the light in place
[Pre-Chorus]
Our family’s broken
But I hold the frame
If I bend in private
I still say their names
[Chorus]
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
That’s how I stay whole
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
Let it show in my bones
(love the kids first)
[Bridge]
If the pieces don’t fit
I won’t make them lie
I’ll give them truth and shelter
And a hard-earned lullaby
[Final Chorus]
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
That’s how I stay whole
Love the kids first
Love the kids first
Let it show in my bones
(love the kids first)
Accept my children
And love me true