Father's Eyes

Amy Grant · Collection,The [1986]

I may not be every mother's dream for her little girl,

And my face may not grace the mind of everyone in the world.

But that's all right, as long as I can have one wish I pray:

When people look inside my life, I want to hear them say,



She's got her father's eyes,

Her father's eyes;

Eyes that find the good in things,

When good is not around;

Eyes that find the source of help,

When help just can't be found;

Eyes full of compassion,

Seeing every pain;

Knowing what you're going through

And feeling it the same.

Just like my father's eyes,

My father's eyes,

My father's eyes,

Just like my father's eyes.



And on that day when we will pay for all the deeds we have done,

Good and bad they'll all be had to see by everyone.

And when you're called to stand and tell just what you saw in me,

More than anything I know, I want your words to be,



She had her father's eyes,

Her father's eyes;

Eyes that found the good in things,

When good was not around;

Eyes that found the source of help,

When help would not be found;

Eyes full of compassion,

Seeing every pain;

Knowing what you're going through,

And feeling it the same.

Just like my father's eyes,

My father's eyes,

My father's eyes,

Just like my father's eyes.

My father's eyes,

My father's eyes,

Just like my father's eyes.

Father's Eyes

Amy Grant's "Father's Eyes" stands as a defining moment in her transition from contemporary Christian music to mainstream pop success. Released on her 1986 compilation album, The Collection, the track showcases her signature blend of heartfelt balladry and polished production. The song explores themes of spiritual guidance and divine presence, reflecting Grant's ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives that appeal to a broad audience. As a key recording from the mid-1980s, it highlights her growing influence within the genre and her skill in delivering powerful vocal performances. This work remains a significant song in her extensive discography, illustrating the depth and versatility that established her as a leading figure in modern Christian music during a pivotal era of her career.