Hey Daddy
Billy Ray Cyrus · Wanna Be Your Joe [New Door Records] [2006]
Yeah you know
Time sure does fly by
It just goes on and on and on
One day you look up
Its all gone
Tomorrow's yesterday
Once there was this working man
Never standing still
Always with his nose to the ground stone
One day his little girl asked
Just as he walked past
She called out "are you leaving home?"
[Chorus]
Hey Daddy why you always gone away?
Hey Daddy, cant you stick around and play?
Can't you see I'm growing fast?
This time here will never last
Hey Daddy, think of me today
Funny how times seems to change
How they rearrange
So quick and yet so true
That little girl is a mama now
She grew up somehow
Left an old man feeling blue
he heard her say
Hey Daddy why you always gone away?
Hey Daddy can't you stick around and play?
Can't you see I'm growing fast?
This time here will never last
Hey Daddy, think of me today
Hey Daddy, think of me today
Hey Daddy
Billy Ray Cyrus delivers a heartfelt country ballad on 'Hey Daddy,' recorded for his 2006 album 'Wanna Be Your Joe.' The track exemplifies his signature vocal style, blending tender emotion with the storytelling tradition central to his discography. Released during a period where Cyrus continued to explore themes of family and personal connection, the song reflects his ability to craft intimate narratives that resonate with listeners. As part of his broader catalog, this recording stands alongside other notable works that highlight his versatility within the country genre. The composition captures a specific moment in his artistic journey, showcasing his commitment to authentic expression through music.