Daddy's Girl
Red Sovine · Red Sovine - 20 All Time Greatest Hits [2009]
I couldn't believe the doctor when he said it's a little girl,
I said now doc you must be wrong you see I want a boy
but then he layed you in my arms my heart sang with joy
(chorus)
Daddy's girl, Daddy's Girl
I'm the center of daddy's world
I know I'm daddy's number 1 for he loves me like I was his son
Daddy's girl
I recall the day I took you to a baseball game,
You brought along your babydoll and half its baby things,
We sat there a playing house while the Dodgers played the Braves
and everyone in the bleachers looked at us as if to say
(chorus)
Daddy's girl, Daddy's girl
I'm the center of daddy's world
I know I'm daddy's number 1 for he loves me like I was his son
Daddy's girl
I recall the day I took you on a fishin' trip,
You said daddy won't that hook hurt the fishy's lip
and you said if they don't get air those things in the can will die
So we turned the worms a loose and chased some butterflys
(chorus)
Daddy's girl, Daddy's girl
I'm the center of daddy's world
I know I'm daddy's number 1 for he loves me like I was his son
Daddy's girl
I recall the day that your young man come to call
Seems like only yesterday we swam and played football
But I know the time has come that I must set you free but no matter
where you are you know what you are to me
(chorus)
Daddy's girl,Daddy's girl
I'm the center of daddy's world
I know I'm daddy's number 1 for he loves me like I was his son
Daddy'd girl
Daddy's girl
Daddy's girl
Daddy's Girl - Red Sovine
Red Sovine's "Daddy's Girl" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery within the country and folk traditions of the mid-20th century. The song showcases his signature storytelling ability, blending a warm, nostalgic melody with lyrics that explore themes of familial love and the passage of time. Recorded during an era when Sovine was establishing himself as a premier figure in American roots music, the track exemplifies the acoustic clarity and emotional depth characteristic of his discography. It reflects the broader appeal of his work, which often drew upon the cultural fabric of the American South to create enduring recordings that resonate with listeners seeking authenticity and lyrical integrity.

