Old Dad by Adam Woodard published on 2020-06-07T15:07:38Z For you I am an old dad Whereas for others I was young And though I may be twice the wiser I’m not nearly half the fun My back aches I’m not in great shape I won’t be climbing any trees Unless they replace both my knees She said, “Let’s have a baby” I said, “sure, that sounds like fun But even though you are much younger I’m nearly forty-one” “You’ll do great,” She said, “I can’t wait To see our baby on your knee Or maybe two or three.” My heart is shaped like a silhouette Of a face I haven’t laid eyes on yet Forgive me for I know That one day I must go We all pay what we owe Then we go home, home, home I used to be less civil Just ask your brother’s mom A chip upon my shoulder Now I’m older and it’s gone I dream small If I dream at all I’ll leave the dreaming up to you I’ll just dream your dreams come true I won’t be there when you grow old With a family and a home all of your own Just remember what I said And of the life that I lead – Don’t get lost in your head When you’re alone For you I am a slow dad Whereas for others I was fast I used to dream about my future Now I fret about my past I don’t understand Why you like this band There is no melody And the words don’t speak to me I'm an old dad I'm an old dad Rock 'n' roll dad But I still I still love I love you Genre Folk & Singer-Songwriter Comment by Screach Cant help but think of Warren Zevon - I think he would like this tune as much as I do. 2022-04-05T21:06:52Z Comment by Cavebar Another heartfelt gem! 2021-12-28T19:19:35Z Comment by Denys Swyfer Touchant d’authenticité... 2021-12-19T19:39:11Z Comment by Random Nestors another great one mate. listen to our old body blues, I feel your pain lol. 2021-06-24T22:06:32Z Comment by Little Lone Waltz A Totally heartwarming feel ... 2021-04-01T05:59:12Z Comment by Lara S. in tears. 2021-03-28T08:10:13Z Comment by Bas Kooman Another gem. Thumbs up and hates off! 2021-03-27T11:15:32Z Comment by Richard John Great song, theatrical and beautifully crafted .... lovely, poignant stuff! 2021-02-13T10:48:18Z Comment by Topaz Bon Great song, love the lyrics! 2021-01-04T03:43:27Z Comment by Ben Dummitt Well done ! 2021-01-01T12:36:08Z Comment by Andreas Noll Great song topic and performance 2021-01-01T10:57:13Z Comment by Hans-Peter Sommeregger Fantastic writing and performing. Very much engaging. Bravo 2020-12-15T15:50:46Z Comment by Lars Karge Your Style is unique 4You for Me, Adam... 2020-10-09T13:06:26Z Comment by David Dunham A superb example of how to craft a song; catchy melody and captivating lyrics as I am living them now, all accept the part about a young wife:) 2020-09-15T14:59:03Z Comment by Emma Caiman lovely songwriting.. 2020-08-28T05:14:32Z Comment by Adam Woodard @matt_lindsey: I was hoping a few could relate. What good are songs if they don;t bring us a little closer? 2020-08-20T18:34:07Z Comment by Lammbone Such a fantastic personal presence Dad... 2020-08-18T22:08:30Z Comment by reverend coldheart Great storytelling ! 2020-08-16T04:45:05Z Comment by Owen & Hill this is incredible Adam, love it! 2020-08-16T03:57:17Z Comment by TheGat(s) Like the lyrics, speaks to a lot of us I think, but there’s no reason to be out of shape when you’re 41 LOL. 2020-07-17T14:50:02Z Comment by Thierry Clua Fantastic song... and vocal lign ! 2020-07-13T06:26:02Z Comment by English Minor Truly jealous. This is marvelous. Great writing and composition. Never tired and very smart. Love the slowdown on "slow." Great original song topic. Did I mention I am jealous. I would love to have your piano chops, but alas, I am a late blooming pounder. Thanks for the song. :) :) 2020-07-13T01:41:40Z Comment by Ken Minty clever, fun, lyrics ... could have been a Cole Porter piece 2020-07-13T00:58:14Z Comment by Sonny Kaye great mix of piano and great vocals 2020-07-12T17:07:25Z Comment by Sonny Kaye nice piano 2020-07-12T17:07:01Z Comment by Pierre Bordetti Wonderful song ! 2020-06-30T08:57:45Z Comment by Steve Low Newmanesque presentation and story - very gooooood! 2020-06-30T08:44:46Z Comment by Jonathon Strauss Brenner I'm feeling it, great song...stay young 2020-06-28T00:28:27Z