Better sit down kids I'll tell you why, kids

You might not understand, kids

But give it a try, kids

Now how should I put this I've got something to say

Your mother is staying but I'm going away

No, we're not mad, kids it's hard to say why

Your mother and I don't see eye to eye



[Chorus:]

Say your prayers before you go to bed

Make sure you get yourself to school on time

I know you'll do the things your mother asks

She's gonna need you most to stay in line

Keep in mind your mother's gonna need your help

A whole lot more than she ever did before

No more fights over little things

Because I won't be here to stop them anymore



I know you don't want this, neither do we

But sometimes things happen that we can't foresee

Now try to be calm kids, and don't look so sad

Just cause I am leaving, I'll still be your dad

Just remember I love you though I'm not here

Just call if you need me and I'll always be near



[Chorus]



Well I have to go now so kiss me goodbye

My eyes are just red kids, I'm too big to cry