I Want To Be Just Like You
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
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
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
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
I Want To Be Just Like You
Hazell Dean's 'I Want To Be Just Like You' stands as a poignant example of her mid-1960s pop sensibilities, blending soulful vocals with a melodic structure characteristic of the era's British girl group sound. The track exemplifies her ability to craft emotionally resonant songs that explored themes of admiration and desire within the context of romantic relationships. Released during a period where Dean was establishing herself as a significant figure in the UK music scene, the recording captures the polished production and lyrical directness that defined her discography. While often associated with the broader landscape of 1960s pop, the song reflects the specific artistic identity Hazell Dean cultivated, focusing on the vulnerability and longing found in her vocal performances. It remains a notable song in her catalog, representing the era's shift toward more personal and expressive songwriting styles.