Daddy's Little Man
Shenandoah · Extra Mile [1990]
I pray to the lord my baby's soul to keep
And that's all I ask
He believes in the golden rule
Santa and the ole' lady who lived in a shoe
I'm his guiding hand and he's my best friend
He is just a little boy
We build bridges from nothing more than tinker-toys
That we'll cross again
He stumbles thru the living room
Doing his best to fill his daddy's shoes
Guess he want's to be just like me
Chorus
In his eyes I'm a hero
But he don't know how that scares me
I'm so much less than a super man
But for him I try to be
Cause one day he'll be gone so far from home
Too old to hold my hand
But I'll be his biggest fan
And he'll still be daddy's little man
He climbs in bed with mr. bear
And closes his eyes to say his bed time prayers
Another day is thru
He says "daddy's great and god is good
Let us thank him for our food"
And god understood
He knows how children do
God was a daddy too
Chorus
Daddy's Little Man
Shenandoah's "Daddy's Little Man" stands as a defining anthem of 1990s country music, blending traditional storytelling with a polished, radio-friendly sound. Recorded for their album Extra Mile, the track exemplifies the group's signature style, characterized by harmonies that elevate simple narratives into emotional resonances. The song captures the universal themes of family, responsibility, and the desire to provide, themes central to the genre's appeal during that era. Its enduring popularity reflects the band's ability to craft songs that feel both personal and relatable, cementing their status as a staple in the country rotation. The recording remains a testament to the collaborative spirit of the group and the timeless nature of their lyrical approach.