I Want to Be Just Like You
Phillips Craig And Dean · Favorite Songs of All [1998]
He calls me Dad and I call him Bub
With his faded old pillow and a bear named Pooh
He snuggles up close and says, "I want to be like you"
I tuck him in bed and I kiss him goodnight
Trippin' over the toys as I turn out the light
And I whisper a prayer that someday he'll see
He's got a father in God 'cause he's seen Jesus in me
*chorus:
Lord, I want to be just like You
'Cause he wants to be just like me
I want to be a holy example
For his innocent eyes to see
Help me be a living Bible, Lord
That my little boy can read
I want to be just like You
'Cause he wants to be like me
*Got to admit I've got so far to go
Make so many mistakes and I'm sure that You know
Sometimes it seems no matter how hard I try
With all the pressures in life I just can't get it all right
But I'm trying so hard to learn from the best
Being patient and kind, filled with Your tenderness
'Cause I know that he'll learn from the things that he sees
And the Jesus he finds will be the Jesus in me
*chorus
*Right now from where he stands I may seem mighty tall
But it's only 'cause I'm learning from the best Father of them all
*Lord, I want to be just like You
'Cause he wants to be just like me
I want to be a holy example
For his innocent eyes to see
Help me be a living Bible, Lord
That my little boy can read
Lord I want to be just like You
'Cause he wants to be like me
*Lord I want to be just like you
cause he wants to be like meee ya
About I Want to Be Just Like You
Phillips Craig and Dean's "I Want to Be Just Like You" stands as a defining track from their 1998 album *Favorite Songs of All*, showcasing the trio's signature blend of acoustic guitar, harmonies, and heartfelt storytelling. Released during the height of their popularity in the Christian rock and alternative country scenes, the recording captures the band's ability to weave personal vulnerability with universal themes of aspiration and connection. The song reflects the collaborative spirit of Craig, Dean, and Phillips, who often explored the tension between human limitation and divine grace in their work. As part of their discography from the late 1990s, this track exemplifies the era's shift toward more organic, guitar-driven worship music that resonated deeply with listeners seeking authenticity in their faith. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet profound message, delivered with the warmth and sincerity that became the hallmark of their catalog.