| You better sit down kids, I’ll tell you why, kids |
| You might not understand, kids, But give it a try, kids |
| Now how should I put this, I’ve got something to say |
| Your mama is staying, But I’m goin' away |
| No, we’re not mad, kids, And it’s hard to say why |
| Your mother and I, kids, Don’t see eye to eye |
| Say your prayers before you go to bed |
| Make sure you get yourself to school on time |
| I know you’ll do the things your mother asks |
| She’s gonna need you most to stay in line |
| Keep in mind your mama’s gonna need |
| Your help a whole lot more than she ever did before |
| No more fightin' over little things 'cause |
| I won’t be here to stop them anymore |
| I know you don’t want this, But neither do we |
| But sometimes things happen, That we can’t foresee |
| So try to be calm, kids, And don’t look so sad |
| Just cause I am leavin', I’ll still be your dad |
| But just remember I love you, And though I’m not here |
| Just call if you need me, I’ll always be near |
| Say your prayers before you go to bed |
| Make sure you get yourself to school on time |
| I know you’ll do the things your mother asks |
| She’s gonna need you most to stay in line |
| Keep in mind your mother’s gonna need |
| Your help a whole lot more than she ever did before |
| No more fightin' over little things 'cause |
| I won’t be here to stop them anymore |
| Well, I have to go now, So kiss me goodbye |
| My eyes are just red, kids, I’m too big to cry |