Angel Boy

Tim McGraw · Set This Circus Down

My mother said "There's only one way,"

Sweet angel boy narrow and straight

Time it has passed teachings they fade

Now her angel boy has gone astray



chorus 1:

I've held the hand of the devil

Felt his breath on my skin

Dip me into the water wash me again

Can I still be forgiven for all of these things?

Or have I gone too far now have I lost my wings?



I found a priest I spoke my mind

Asked if I'd sinned one too many times

He said "My son you're only a man,"

Then I said "Sir, you don't understand"



chorus 1:

I've held the hand of the devil

Felt his breath on my skin

Dip me into the water wash me again

Can I still be forgiven for all of these things?

Or have I gone too far now have I lost my wings?



God help us all for what we have done

We've lost our way we can't find the Son

We make our beds we seal our fate

Is there still time or is it too late



chorus 2:

We've held the hand of the devil

Felt his breath on our skin

Dip us into the water wash us again

Can we still be forgiven for all of these things?

Or have we gone too far now have we lost our wings?



We've held the hand of the devil

Felt his breath on our skin

Dip us into the water wash us again

Can we still be forgiven for all of these things?

Or have we gone too far now have we lost our wings?



Have we lost our wings?

About Angel Boy

Tim McGraw's "Angel Boy," featured on the 2007 album *Set This Circus Down*, stands as a quintessential example of his country-pop fusion style. Released during a period where McGraw successfully bridged the gap between traditional country storytelling and mainstream pop sensibilities, the track showcases his signature smooth vocal delivery and polished production. The song reflects the era's emphasis on romantic themes and polished radio-friendly arrangements, characteristic of his work on *Set This Circus Down*. As part of his broader discography, "Angel Boy" exemplifies McGraw's ability to craft anthemic tracks that resonate with wide audiences while maintaining his distinct cowboy persona. It remains a staple in his catalog, representing the high-water mark of his commercial success in the late 2000s.