Touching Songs About Sons: Celebrate the Father-Son Bond

[Verse] Raps in the night, haunting like a ghost tale, Family tree roots, dripping poison, no bail. Heartbreak cuts deep, jagged knife through the spine, Faith scattered in the wind, answers hard to find. [Verse 2] Betrayal in the blood, DNA gone rogue, Trust shattered glass, in the path I chose. Mother's lullabies turn to whispers in my ear, Father figure shadows, now fading, disappear. [Chorus] Echoes of yesterday, haunting my dreams, Memories of faith, unraveling at the seams. Loss like a black hole, swallowing the light, Heart torn asunder, in the depths of night. [Verse 3] Love letters burned, ashes in the wind, Promises broken, truth wrapped in sin. Faith in the gutter, stepping through puddles, Family ties tangled, lost in the muddles. [Verse 4] Cold streets walkin', soul growin' thin, Betrayal in the mirror, reflection of kin. Hope's a mirage, teasing out of reach, Lessons in the dark, no sermons to preach. [Chorus] Echoes of yesterday, haunting my dreams, Memories of faith, unraveling at the seams. Loss like a black hole, swallowing the light, Heart torn asunder, in the depths of night.

[Verse] Katie Farmer in her overalls, workin' 'til the sun sets down, With a neck like a giraffe's, she’s the talk of this ol’ town, Every guy from here to Nashville wants to steal her heart away, But Katie’s got her eyes on me, at least that’s what they say. [Verse 2] She stands tall in the cornfields, like a queen upon her throne, Her eyes shine like the morning, in a land I call my own, At the county fair last summer, she won every game in sight, I swear I loved her even more in that endless moonlit night. [Chorus] Katie Farmer, you’re a wonder, bless your heart and soul so kind, With a neck like a giraffe's, love, it’s a sign, From those long limbs to your laughter, girl, you're everything I seek, I’m singin’ out my heart for you, hoping you’ll hear me. [Verse 3] We carved our names in hickory, down by the old creek bed, You warmed me in the winter, with every word you said, They can say what they want, but girl you stole the show, Katie Farmer, you're my angel, you should know. [Chorus] Katie Farmer, you’re a wonder, bless your heart and soul so kind, With a neck like a giraffe's, love, it’s a sign, From those long limbs to your laughter, girl, you're everything I seek, I’m singin’ out my heart for you, hoping you’ll hear me. [Bridge] Through the seasons and the years, I’ll stand right by your side, In every whispered twilight, and every morning’s light, Let the folks keep talkin’, I don’t care what they believe, 'Cause Katie Farmer, you're my darling, forever I'll conceive.

[Verse] Empty room no sound Heartbreak wears a crown Tears fall hit the ground Echoes all around [Verse 2] Phone calls left unreturned Memories slowly burn Lessons left unlearned Guess it’s your turn [Chorus] Lost in the rain Caught up in the pain Can’t shake this chain Love in vain [Verse 3] Shadows on my wall Footsteps in the hall Hopes rise then fall Can’t cover it all [Bridge] Nights feel so long Trying to stay strong Everything so wrong Same old sad song [Chorus] Lost in the rain Caught up in the pain Can’t shake this chain Love in vain

Walking through these crowded streets, your hand in mine, Every step, every breath, we’re lost in time, Your laughter, it lights up the night, oh yeah, In your arms, everything feels so right, mmm, so right. [Pre-Chorus] Hold me close, don’t let go, oh no, Feel the rhythm of our hearts, ba-dum ba-dum, In this moment, we’re alive, alive, A love story written in the stars, written in the stars. [Chorus] (with vocalization) Ooooh, dance with me under the moon, under the mooooon, Feel the magic, let it bloom, bloom, bloom, bloom, Whisper secrets in my ear, shhh, Tell me things I long to hear, ooh baby, yeah. Spin me 'round, don’t let me fall, don’t let me fall, Catch me when I lose it all, catch me, catch me, In your eyes, I see my home, I see my home, With you, I’ll never be alone, never be alone, yeah. [Verse 2] In the quiet morning light, your touch so warm, We face the world, weather any storm, oh yeah, Every kiss, every sigh, feels so true, In your love, I find my view, I find you. [Pre-Chorus] Hold me close, don’t let go, don't let go, Feel the rhythm of our hearts, ba-dum ba-dum, In this moment, we’re alive, alive, A love story written in the stars, written in the stars. [Chorus] (with vocalization) Ooooh, dance with me under the moon, under the mooooon, Feel the magic, let it bloom, bloom, bloom, bloom, Whisper secrets in my ear, shhh, Tell me things I long to hear, ooh baby, yeah. Spin me 'round, don’t let me fall, don’t let me fall, Catch me when I lose it all, catch me, catch me, In your eyes, I see my home, I see my home, With you, I’ll never be alone, never be alone, yeah. [Verse 3] Through the seasons, through the years, we grow, Facing all the highs and lows, oh oh, Every tear, every smile, we share, we share, In your love, I find my care, I find my care. [Bridge] Through the highs and the lows, woah-oh, You’re the one my heart knows, my heart knows, In the silence, in the noise, You’re my peace, my greatest choice. When the world feels too much, Your love is my gentle touch, In the chaos, in the calm, You’re my shelter, my sweet balm. [Chorus] (with vocalization) Ooooh, dance with me under the moon, under the mooooon, Feel the magic, let it bloom, bloom, bloom, bloom, Whisper secrets in my ear, shhh, Tell me things I long to hear, ooh baby, yeah. Spin me 'round, don’t let me fall, don’t let me fall, Catch me when I lose it all, catch me, catch me, In your eyes, I see my home, I see my home, With you, I’ll never be alone, never be alone, yeah. [Outro] (with vocalization) Dance with me under the moon, ooooh, Feel the magic, let it bloom, bloom, bloom, In your eyes, I see my home, With you, I’ll never be alone, never be alone.

[Verse] Lost in the city, shadows swayin' Life hittin' hard, no love for the playin' Mama gone, cold world keep changin' Streets ain't got warmth, heart rearrangin' [Verse 2] God's my compass, no mother to guide Pain in my chest, can't hide what I hide Struggles like weights, liftin' 'em stride Climbin' up mountains, no easy ride [Chorus] Life without mama, feelin' that burn God's got my back, tables they turn Blessings in disguise, lessons I learn Heart in the ashes, soul gotta earn [Bridge] Sin city's temptations, tryin' to break Empty kitchens, nothin' to bake Mama watchin' from above, give and take God fillin' the void, real love, no fake [Verse 3] Dreams crushed, rebuild from scratch Lost in the hurt, memories dispatch Life in the fast lane, no easy batch God steers the wheel, match for match [Chorus] Life without mama, feelin' that burn God's got my back, tables they turn Blessings in disguise, lessons I learn Heart in the ashes, soul gotta earn

Sally called when she got the word She said: "I suppose you've heard - About Alice" Well I rushed to the window And I looked outside But I could hardly believe my eyes - As a big limousine rolled up Into Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I've got to get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Grew up together Two kids in the park Carved our initials Deep in the bark Me and Alice Now she walks through the door With her head held high Just for a moment, I caught her eye As a big limousine pulled slowly Out of Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I gotta get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Sally called back, asked how I felt She said: "I know how to help get over Alice" She said: "Now Alice is gone But I'm still here You know I've been waiting For twenty-four years" And the big limousine disappeared I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance But I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Now I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice

Sally called when she got the word She said: "I suppose you've heard - About Alice" Well I rushed to the window And I looked outside But I could hardly believe my eyes - As a big limousine rolled up Into Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I've got to get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Grew up together Two kids in the park Carved our initials Deep in the bark Me and Alice Now she walks through the door With her head held high Just for a moment, I caught her eye As a big limousine pulled slowly Out of Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I gotta get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Sally called back, asked how I felt She said: "I know how to help get over Alice" She said: "Now Alice is gone But I'm still here You know I've been waiting For twenty-four years" And the big limousine disappeared I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance But I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Now I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice

Sally called when she got the word She said: "I suppose you've heard - About Alice" Well I rushed to the window And I looked outside But I could hardly believe my eyes - As a big limousine rolled up Into Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I've got to get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Grew up together Two kids in the park Carved our initials Deep in the bark Me and Alice Now she walks through the door With her head held high Just for a moment, I caught her eye As a big limousine pulled slowly Out of Alice's drive Oh, I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance Now I gotta get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Sally called back, asked how I felt She said: "I know how to help get over Alice" She said: "Now Alice is gone But I'm still here You know I've been waiting For twenty-four years" And the big limousine disappeared I don't know why she's leaving Or where she's gonna go I guess she's got her reasons But I just don't want to know 'Cos for twenty-four years I've been living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance But I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice Alice, who the fuck is Alice? Now I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice

[Verse] At the Orchards of Tulare Sunshine in the air Smiles in every hallway Love is everywhere [Verse 2] In the heart of Tulare Memories are made By the orchards so caring A peaceful serenade [Chorus] Orchards of love oh Orchards at Tulare Where hearts find a home Orchards of love oh Orchards at Tulare Never feel alone [Verse 3] Through the seasons changing Laughter never fades In the gardens of caring Dreams are gently laid [Verse 4] Elders tell their stories Wisdom shining bright In the orchards of Tulare Everything feels right [Chorus] Orchards of love oh Orchards at Tulare Where hearts find a home Orchards of love oh Orchards at Tulare Never feel alone

(Verse 1) Yeah, the sun's breakin’ through, I’m feelin’ that rise, Elevate my mind, never lookin’ for the lies, Clouds below me, see the world from a view, Got my crew with me, yeah, we just breakin’ through. Rollin' up that good, while we're chillin’ in the light, Lost in the moment, man, it’s pure cosmic flight, Life's a journey, and I won't let it pass me by, Keep my chin up, swear, I don’t cry when I’m high. (Chorus) I don’t cry when I’m high, man, I laugh and I shine, Life’s a canvas, lettin’ love intertwine, Reach for the stars, let ‘em light up the sky, Living each second, got my wings so I fly. (Verse 2) Lookin’ back, I’m thankful for the grind and the strife, Lessons in the lows, but I’m livin' for the life, Every setback just a setup for the next, Risin’ like the sun, man, fueled by respect. Got a vision in my soul, and it’s clearer than the days, Chasin’ dreams like a runner in a wild chase, With my head in the clouds, I’m not worried ‘bout the time, Every beat in my heart feels like a rhythm, so sublime. (Chorus) I don’t cry when I’m high, man, I laugh and I shine, Life’s a canvas, lettin’ love intertwine, Reach for the stars, let ‘em light up the sky, Living each second, got my wings so I fly. (Bridge) So lift your spirit up, let it soar like a kite, We’re painting our future with colors so bright, In a world filled with noise, I find my own vibe, Life’s too short, I embrace every tribe. (Outro) So when the clouds roll in, I won’t drown in the storm, I’ll dance in the rain, just break out of the norm, With my heart wide open, there’s no reason to sigh, Feel that elevation, I don’t cry when I’m high. (Fade out with beat) Yeah, keep elevating, keep on creating, Living a life that’s worth celebrating, With the music in my soul, and the world in my eyes, I don’t cry when I’m high, nah, I rise and I rise.