The Greatest

A good father is kind,

Unafraid of a challenge,

Supports from behind,

Sometimes prepared to scavenge

You said there was no way you could live up to those standards,

Afraid that you’d mess up any kid that we had.

But the thing you don’t see,

Is you’ve been all those things to me.

I think you might be a really great Dad.

Supportive and gentle, even when I was a handful.

You couldn’t have been kinder when I needed a reminder

To focus on what’s most important, to focus on what was right.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.

A good father is strong,

Unphased by a commotion,

Loving all day long,

Never to hide emotion

I get it even I can admit that I was scared too,

This whole kid thing kinda came up out of the blue.

But you must understand,

I can’t be when you hold my hand.

The only one who can calm me, that’s you.

Such comfort you give me, when to leave would be so easy.

You let me cry when it’s hard but I won’t drown with my lifeguard

You won’t let me wallow in sorrow, but point me to what is bright.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.

A good father is real,

Bringing happiness and peace,

Complete as the wheel,

Our true bond will never cease

You’ve made some bad choices, I won’t pretend that you haven’t,

You go off in a strop, meet you down the tavern.

But no one is perfect,

And then you take time to reflect,

The thing is that we live and we learn.

Forgiving and humble, if even after a grumble.

When patience starts to wear thin, I can count on love to kick in

Our fight’s far from over I bet, let’s fix your eyes upon the light.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.

A good father is there,

Present even when excused,

All this time we share,

We’ve won though sometimes we lose

The fact that you are nervous shows me just how much you care,

It’s no secret I know you’ve had so much to bear.

But you’re not your own Dad,

Yes, to follow him would be mad.

It’s tough but I think you’re right for our heir.

Life ain’t always quiet, even we can be a riot.

But you’re there when I need you, you know you can count on me too

You don’t live in the noise, in the drama, because peace is your plight.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.

A good father is warm,

Ready to guide with passion,

Even through the storm,

Joy is always in fashion

You have been by my side through plenty of rain, winds and tides,

You’ve seen life sprout while there was strife on every side.

But you stood firm, held on,

Smiling in dark times ‘til they’re gone.

Your attitude always fills me with pride.

Positive and upbeat, always keep me on my feet.

You know how to get real when things are far from ideal

You plan for our safety, peace and also our fun night after night.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.

A good father is you,

And that shouldn’t be a shock,

Since we met that June,

Knew you’d always be my rock

You said there was no way you could live up to those standards,

Afraid our kid would grow up to see you as bad.

But we’re here together,

You stayed whatever the weather.

I know you will be a really great Dad.

The dad I can see here, makes me sure you’ll be fine my dear.

You already have it all so take comfort that you recall

No father is the same, there’s no mold, but for me you are just right.

You build me up and catch me when I stumble.

I’m safe when I’m with you, you’d never let me fall.

I’m only afraid when I look away,

Because in your eyes, I already have it all.

I have such confidence because I am yours,

I can’t think of a man who could more greatly adore,

One who cares so deeply, of this I am sure,

For a father to be, you’re the greatest to me.