My Dad
A Father's Legacy: Unveiling the Meaning of 'My Dad' by Ray Stevens
Lyrics
He isn't much in the eyes of the world; He'll never make history.
He is not highly regarded by the world and won't be remembered in history.
No, he isn't much in the eyes of the world, But he is the world to me.
Despite his lack of recognition in the world, he holds immense value and significance for the speaker.
My dad, now here is a man.
The speaker expresses admiration for their dad, portraying him as a significant figure.
To me he is ev'rything strong; no he can't do wrong, my dad.
The speaker sees their dad as strong and incapable of wrongdoing.
My dad, now he understands when I bring him troubles to share;
The dad is understanding and supportive when the speaker shares troubles.
Oh, he's always there, my dad.
Emphasizes the constant presence of the dad in times of need.
When I was small I felt ten feet tall.
Recalls feeling empowered and confident when young, thanks to the dad.
When I walked by his side
Describes a close relationship where the speaker walks alongside their dad.
And ev'ry one would say, "that's his son,"
Others recognize the connection, acknowledging the son as the dad's offspring.
and my heart would burst with pride.
The speaker feels proud when identified as the dad's son.
My dad, oh, I love him so,
The speaker expresses deep love and affection for their dad.
And I only hope that some day my own son will say,
Hopes that their own son will one day express similar sentiments about them.
"My dad, now here is a man."
Reiteration of the admiration for the dad.
My dad, now here is a man.
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To me he is ev'rything strong; no he can't do wrong, my dad.
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My dad, now he understands when I bring him troubles to share;
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Oh, he's always there, my dad.
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When I was small I felt ten feet tall.
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When I walked by his side
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And ev'ry one would say, "that's his son,"
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and my heart would burst with pride.
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My dad, oh, I love him so,
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And I only hope that some day my own son will say,
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