Story Behind The Song
The children of this divorce are not to blame but have suffered lack of their blood father in their lives. In old age, he tries to open the doors to reconciliation by writing and sharing this song with his daughter, the elder of two children.
Song Description
A lament for a long-estranged daughter, asking for forgiveness and reconciliation, by implication.
| Song Length |
1:18 |
Genre |
Blues - General, Folk - General |
| Tempo |
Very Slow (Under 70) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Loneliness, Sorrow |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Babe, I've Done You Wrong!
--©Stephen A. Langford
16 October 2009
Oh, Babe, I've Done You Wrong!
I can't forgive myself for all I've done.
I know you to be fair, and I have not been right there for you,
But I've lived my life without you far too long.
You never did a thing to make me leave you as I did,
Your Mother's and your brother's love were true!
I just hope you'll heed this prayer and you'll know that I'll be there for you
If only you will say you want me too.