Daddy

Story Behind The Song

My daughter Ginny was the inspiration for this lullaby.

Song Length 1:54 Genre Folk - Contemporary, Folk - General
Tempo Medium Slow (91 - 110) Lead Vocal Male Vocal
Mood On Cloud Nine, Joyful Subject Daughter, Life
Language English Era 2000 and later

Lyrics

"Hold me daddy," she says
"I'm frightened by darkness!"
As if I'm like the sun
Shining far above the clouds

Her eyes are clear
As the sky is near
And I'm like the sun
Shining far above the clouds

I am no more than a man
Frightened by the tides of life
Catching up to me
But I hold her tight
And she looks up lovingly

"You are my daddy," she says
"I want my daddy"
As if I'm like the sun
Shining far above the clouds

Her heart is clear
As the sky is near
And I'm like the sun
Shining far above the clouds

Good gentle song with a clear sentiment. The twin acoustic guitars do a great job of setting the tone and style to come. confident vocal, well performed with what seem like very personal lyrics. Thanks, I enjoyed this a lot.

This is a really amazing father/daughter song. It's so...honest! It comes across as 100% authentic. I love the way the vocal is performed (and obviously expertly miked and recorded). The lyrics are simple and effectively written, the presentation childlike and yet daddy-like. I like the way the dad reveals his humanness and self-inadequacy (how can she elevate me so? I'm only human). The sun imagery is perfect. The guitar playing is beautiful. Mix perfect.

pretty voice,gentle song, maybe you could add harmonies?

Wow! You have something my friend. Absolutely loved this. A perfect little gem. An artist can work a life time to create one jewel like this.

A delightful piece. I really enjoy the unique character of the lyric and the presentation. I could definitely see this working as a backing track for a commercial. I just feel good after listening to this song. Thanks for the music.

Lyrics Bob Nesom Music Bob Nesom
Producer Bob Nesom/Bob Yen, Jr. Publisher Bob Nesom
Label Merrymen Productions
This track is on 1 Member Playlists
Playlist Creator Playlist Name Date Added
Jeff Rauschl My Top Songs 8/22/2012

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