my Dad may be an alcoholic but he still held down two jobs to get us by when my mama left when I was a baby. Not every alcoholic is a bad person or abusive. He still taught me to respect my elders and hold my own in this world. Granted it took a turn for the worst when his dad died and I've been in the hospital sitting with him several times due to it almost killing him but is a good man regardless he just doesn't know how else to handle what HE'S had to go through. Alcoholics have their own stories too. And he means the world to me and idk what I would do without him. Love you Daddy!
I relate i drink to cope more than anyone should stopping isnt easy and im sure ill be insulted its fine the devil grasps and doeant let go but i work work pay pay pay
My dad has been a raging alcoholic since i was born 27 years ago and just a couple months ago he was in icu for liver failure but now i think things has changed i may get to see my dad sober for the first time in my life 😭 i lost my mom to drug overdose when i was 16 so hes all i have left
Prayers. My son never got to see my walk straighter. He's passed now to the scourge of phentanal. I pray the good Lord allows me to be a dad to 3 beautiful boys. Boys of a woman I love. I'm sober now just a couple weeks.
I wanna say thanks to Billy for this song. My daughter sent it to me 3 years ago and I was messing up bad with drugs. This song woke me up and changed my life forever. God bless you and I thank you for this song. I been sober for 2 years and I owe it to my daughter and you Mr Currington.
This song is not about drinking, it's about how we as children observe more about our parents than they think and we can easily become what they once were.
I agree - my dad didn't need alcohol to be awful, violent, and selfish. I've learned what NOT to do from him, and I'm gonna be a great dad someday because of him, indirectly. That's why I love this song, even tho he wasn't an alcoholic
I became a full time single father and I use this song as inspiration and to remind me that my two girls mean everything to me and that I must be the best I can be for them.
Billy Currington, thank you for this song! Do you have any interest in investing or owning a non-alcoholic bar with all the fun stuff of a real bar but with non-alcoholic drinks???? Just asking 😊😊😊
My father was a severe alcoholic for years. This song helped me get through it. Now he's 3 years sober. Good luck to everyone with a family member fighting the battle
There are little eyes upon you and they're watching night and day. There are little ears that quickly take in every word you say. There are little hands all eager to do anything you do; And a little boy who's dreaming of the day he'll be like you. You're the little fellow's idol, you're the wisest of the wise. In his little mind about you no suspicions ever rise. He believes in you devoutly, holds all you say and do; He will say and do, in your way when he's grown up just like you. There's a wide-eyed little fellow who believes you're always right; and his eyes are always opened, and he watches day and night. You are setting an example every day in all you do; For the little boy who's waiting to grow up to be just like you.
When I see my son start becoming reserved and not laughing like a child should, this song always reminds me to straighten up. I don't drink but a couple beers a year, but this song doesn't necessarily have to be about being drunk. As parents we all need a reminder to walk a little straighter.
Understatement of the century. I remember buying a dozen cd singles for this song for their jewel cases because they were like 50 cents each thus it was cheaper to buy these than new cases to replace my broken ones. I played the song and have loved it every since. Best way to lead is by example.
Makes me proud of my dad for overcoming a vicious drug addiction and never touched more than really light alcohol. He is imperfect, but my pops is amazing
I'm the dad in this song. I let my children down and the rest of my family. This song really strikes me how my kids see me growing up. I don't want to stumble anymore. I want to lead them
My dad is now over a year sober never been so proud of him but my mom isn't making it easy for him to want to stay sober I encourage him every day to stay sober
@@rainairwin1890 I'm sure yoiu're the reason he's trying to walk the right path. My kids are the only thing that's ever made me want to walk a straight path in life!
@@relaxdrinkeatandlaughwithc5274 but always remember she is still mom I know we don't choose how will be our mothers god gave you her as a mother love her anyway she is drunk or not its still mom and god bless your mama and you to we a struggle in different ways
My 3 kids don't know their real dad's but 2 weeks ago a man walked in to my life not as a friend but as a man that claims my 3 week old son and now my 3 kids have a dad and they will be the best father and sons and daughter I would have ever seen
This song finally got my sons father to wake up. He listened and cried thinking of our son watching him and realizing he wants to be his hero and never wants our son to look at him and be disappointed or sad. Thank God I found this sound
Reminds me of my dad. That old Marine saw hell in Vietnam so I understand why he drank and sadly I do sometimes as bad as he did after my own service. Still no matter what he was always there for me.
My dad was an alcoholic all my life. A lot of rehabs and sober homes but never got him off it. I remember we were watching this video and when the dad gave him a pocket watch he went and got me the pocket watch he always carried around. I was maybe 7 or 8 when that happened and only got a few more years with him after. It’ll be 10 years since he passed this September. Still have that pocket watch in my truck.
My father got sober when I was 5 years old and than stated drinking again when I was 17 im now 21 he thinks just because we're all grown up it don't hurt us however it does that why I don't like going to visit anymore because he an asshole when he drinks and he never known how to show love and affection even when he was sober you don't know how bad all my life i just wanted to cry in my dad arms and felt like i never can especialy when he drinking
I was a functional drunk. Wasn’t till I became a single father that I was able to quit. My daughter asked me not to buy no beer one night. She had bad asthma and when I looked at her I saw her lying on the floor having one of her dangerous attacks and me in a chair drunk. I quit 37 years ago.
Praying my man will quit drinking because it’s getting worse and worse and I only drink to make sure I can take care of him cuz when I’m not drinking with him he gets on a whole blacked out level to the point when he starts yelling at me and bringing up the past and pees in our bed.
This song hits me. Music is the only thing capable of making me cry. Makes me feel like an asshole for all the times I piss of my dad :( all he does is work hard to provide me with a good life and I act like an asshole.
aaronmeeks a lot of us don't realize what we let go or completely miss, until it's too late possibly because the line to cross isn't their anymore. Take advantage of the time you have. No harm meant in the comment, just a realistic relatable feeling. Safe travels smooth waters brother
This song hit home. Both my parents had alcohol issues. I made a vow when my children were young that I would never do that to them. Proud to say both me and their father were there for our children
My dad when I was growing up drank alot but he was working on the farm and raising me and my brother my mom wasn't there hardly at all but this year my dad has stopped drinking he has prostate cancer and colitis badly and he will be 62 years old in August I love my daddy so much love u daddy I will forever be your little girl
My daddy is still leading me (if not more these days) my hero my ole man passed in 2018 but he's still leading me he's my hero with wings 💸 ilu daddy rip
Barb Hansen How really sad to lost someone.. But Definitely something and someone out there there make you happy. Life must Go on! and Accept the fact, all of us, will be gone.. For now! let us do what we must.
My son is seven, and his dad is in and out of jail and rehab. His heart is hurting for him, he always says "My dad is in a place to get better." except hes been out of rehab for 3 months and hasnt called his son. Dayton tells people his dad loves his whiskey, and used to take him for walks to get it from the gas station. He never can be sober. i just wish he would get better for my son. Everyone needs a daddy.
This song really shows what it's like living with an alcoholic. My stepfather is an alcoholic, and even though he has made many mistakes I have never stopped loving him. He stopped drinking about a year ago, and by the Grace of God he's stayed sober. I think a real turning point for him was when I came home about two years ago and he was lying, unconscious, on the back porch. I had to drag him inside and give him water until he recovered. It was hot outside and he was drunk, and passed out on the stairs. He was there for three hours before I got home. Something about having your 13 year old stepdaughter drag you inside tends to show you that you need to change. It took several tries, and many nights shivering under the blankets, hoping against hope that He would make it till morning alive, but he's now one year sober. Through all that, we still love him and I know he loves us. to all the alcoholics that think you can't get sober, you can. Don't let alcohol be the reason your life ends too soon!
+SuperWhoLock14 great story my father is better then he was this tory is almost to a t my life he would come in at 6 and go straight for a beer or wine one night he kicked me and y sister out of the house for no reason the night my grandmother died of olsheimers ideas so my mom had to drive almost a hour to come pic me and her up he has also been to jail multiple times for dui and you no what i love him just as much
SuperWhoLock14 amazing that your dad sobered up. Even when I was 12 and carried him inside with neighbor help, my dad still drinks. He's made promises to drink less or even quit but my faith in him has pretty much dried up because I'm 23 now and all I hear are empty promises. I love him, and he's the only dad I've ever known. But He's shown me what not to do, what not to look for in a partner for life.
My stepdad loves me to death but from the minute he gets home from work and the minute he goes to sleep. He's got a drink in his hand. I've never seen the liked of it. I love that man to death but I'm worried about him as well.
its astounding how often parents forget that every moment someone is watching them. Not judging them per say, but watching and looking for guidance down the road call life. All our actions are noticed and they in one way or another influence someone else. Either negative or good someone is following in your footsteps be it your children, your friends, or a stranger that passes you by. Know that those who strive for the stars may never notice the light they shine on others, but the good you do will be noticed whether or not you do it. But unfortunately any little thing you might do for whatever reason if its seen as bad more often then not people will pick up on that quicker than the good. Because humanity is always looking for some way to destroy each other or bring them down a notch.
+Te'Leah Knight ty I hope one day that I am a light to others, my your dreams come true and remember pass on the good who knows maybe one day it will be returned ten fold.
Good to realize that this isn’t just about addicts, nor even about parents. Everyone has influence and it makes an impact on the people who watch you. Don’t ever forget that.
I just saw your comment, its 5 year old. You got this, I was 22 when my oldest son was born, and was a single father first 15 years of his life. Youll be fine, and do what you gotta do, because when someone calls you daddy, theres is no giving up. You got it, thats what men do.
I never had an alcohol problem but I did have a prescription pill problem I was getting 6 different opiates and 4 different benzos. All prescribed by the same doctor. I fell into a deep deep depression and on July 18th of 2022 I tried to end my life by overdosing. My 7-year-old son found me. He knew how to call his grandma so he called his grandma and said I can't wake up my mommy so my mom had him call the paramedics he was such a brave little boy.. And before anybody says anything I already know how useless and worthless I am I don't deserve forgiveness and nothing excuses what I done I am proud of myself though because I'm no longer on the prescriptions and I'm doing so much better but I will never ever forgive myself for what I put my son through
My daddy he drank a lot of beer when i was little and sometimes he would yell at my mom but she stood by him and when he shot his slef he changed his hole life around and he drink one beer when he got out of hospital abd my paryed it would make him sick it did he never pick up another beer they both passed away now but they had a, strong love
So true. I was following my daddy’s 🦶 footsteps. Then I am thankful God woke me up and realize that there was more than drinking. Love your music Billy
I heard this song for the first time in years and it brought me to tears. The line about walking into the graduation has always gotten to me because this really did happen at my graduation celebration in high school. My dad battled an alcohol addiction throughout my entire childhood and into my 20s and has been sober for several years now. I have never been prouder of anyone.
Thank you so much for your comment I wish from the bottom of my heart that my son will forgive and think about the good deed that he did and love his son with all his heart. Sometimes he could not the love and caring the way that his heart wants to. I wish my son would read your comments and forgive him. We cannot deleted the bad memories but we’re all can recognize the great part of Father. No one meant to be a bad parent. We can’t go back to correct our past but as a mom that’s still alive I will do my best each day no one knows we will see tomorrow. I always pray for my son to forgive his dad. Mother that s always be right here for her son to come around.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face.. Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan ? Have a great day.. Stay Safe 😊
this song reminds me so much of my life.. dad was never the great guy i wanted but i look back now that he passed away and i am glad for the little moments he was what i needed...
Been fighting addiction issues since 16 years old. 30 now, 9 years clean from pills and herion but the past 2 years have been drinking. I have 2 weeks 100% sober and have a 2 year old so this song hits me with a passion
Never met my dad sober I'm 26 .... he wasn't a drunk he did pills. I'm an addict. I cleaned up because I dnt want my kids to see me like I see my dad ..... xoxo one love . Keep pushing life is what u make it
This song goes to show that everyone has a past & anyone can get through it. For those of you that don't know, his dad was really a drunk. Billy ended up living with another family because of this! His first CD is dedicated to his "claimed" brother Allen. Allen is my x grandpa!
Everyone does, even those of us who aren't famous. My Mom spent much of my youth in a haze...came to my HS sporting awards ceremony in a haze and I was so mortified that people actually had to see it. The haze will never go away. I never drink..my kids will never have to worry about that.
+Amanda Ovadal my point was "everyone" has a past, not just famous people. I'm sorry to hear about your past; at least your not doing the same mistakes to your children.
This song hits me on so many levels. My daddy isn't completely in my life. I love him so so much but he's never really been a father figure to me. He missed my high school graduation & didn't wanna be at my wedding (he never said it but I could tell). We barely speak now & it hurts me. When I have children I'll never treat them that way. Daddy I love you, nothing will ever change that. I know we'll never have that close bond & I'll never be a daddy's girl (even though I'm your only daughter). It kills me knowing that, but I guess we were never meant to be close. I'm sorry.
My dad has struggled with drugs my entire life. I remember seeing him OD’d on the floor as a child MANY times. I remember hearing this song as a child and thinking about him and how badly I wanted him to get sober. I’m turning 20 this year and he’s still struggling. I love him dearly and don’t want to lose him. I just wish he’d stop. But as I’m starting my family I never want my children to have to say walk a little straighter. I’ve never tried any drug because I’ve seen the effects. I want my children to feel safe.
I'm 47 5 kids and 6 grandkids. My mom and dad were both alcoholics, my dad way worse. When I was 14 they split. They each got with other alcoholic.s my mom and step dad quit drinking but my dad never slowed down. This song hits home for me... I just sat here crying uncontrollably listening to it.... my kids have never seen me smashed and never will! I do drink but not alone and only certain things. I have no desire to live that life. Lost my Dad 3 years ago but just like in the song my old man was still like he always was but I loved him anyway! Stay strong!
Favorite part is about how he mentions his future kids. Im 15, and I deal with the same thing . My father isnt a huge drinker but he lets me down 24/7, my kid(s) will never view this Ill be the greatest Dad possible and give them the best life they could Imagine.
Not all alcoholics are like this my late father in law was a hard core alcoholic but was always sober and present and was always willing to help someone out he just had his own demons when alone R.I.P Billy
When I first heard the song, I gasped for breath. I wondered if whoever wrote the song heading on me personally, and had known my dad. I also waited by the door for him to come home. He would also passed me bye go straight to the refrigerator, grab his bottle and sit down in the chair. He pretty much disappeared after that. He was there, physically, but not mentally or emotionally. My entire childhood was this way. I was never able to get close to him. I was the oldest, and my brother and sister halfway through their childhood got to know him sober. Because eventually he did quit drinking. We get along and I think you trying to make up for lost time. I don’t hold a grudge and I let him try to make up for it. At least he quit drinking. And I’m proud for that because so many don’t I know this because I’m a hospice nurse. I see many people dying of cirrhosis.
I proud of the fact my mom pulled me away from this type of life when I was only 2. Lord only knows where I would be and what I would be doing. I am thankful to this day for the 22 years i got to call the man she remarried my Dad. He helped me become Who i am today. Even though I was an angry teenager and still fight with these anger issues. I put that man through a lot but I am thankful he didn't stop loving me. I love you daddy continue to lead me from heaven.
My father is now a recovering alcoholic but I still love him. He was abusive and mean but after 13 years he finally got help. There are times I still wander if he really loved us back then....
My son stood up to his abusive father after 14 yrs of taking more than any child should. (He was protecting myself & his lil sister). Though his father didn’t drink all the time, it was enough. More than enough. And of course he had an abusive father too. But my son ... I was so proud of him going chest to chest w him, telling him HE HAD ENOUGH. He said to his father the exact same words he’d heard so many times before: “If you ever touch me or my sister or hurt Mom again, I WILL beat YOU within an inch of your life. You always said you were bigger, meaner, tougher than me but truth is you’re NOTHING! Go ahead dad, bring it on”! ✋🤚My son said, shoving his chest toward his father. (I had been extremely ill w Lupus since my pregnancies but now miraculously in remission). His dad turned around & left, FOREVER! We just finished a 3 year divorce which he fought me for custody! (this guy is a great actor, would win an academy award). He APPEALED our divorce to the Supreme COURT & I just won 3 weeks ago. Now I am trying to help my teens.
I remember looking up To look up to him And I remember most the time He wasn't there I'd be waiting at the door When he got home at night He'd pass me by to go to pass out in his chair And I'd say Walk a little straighter daddy You're swaying side to side You're footsteps make me dizzy And no matter how I try I keep tripping and stumbling If you'd look down here you'd see Walk a little straighter daddy You're leading me He stumbled in the gym On graduation day And I couldn't help but feel So ashamed And I wasn't surprised a bit When he didn't stay He stumbled out before they called my name And I thought Walk a little straighter daddy You're swaying side to side It's not just me who's watching you've caught everybody's eye And you're tripping and stumbling and even though I've turned 18 Walk a little straighter daddy You're still leading me The old mans still like he always was But I love him anyway If I've learned one thing from him Its my kids will never have to say Walk a little straighter daddy You're swaying side to side You're footsteps make me dizzy And no matter how I try I keep tripping and stumbling if you'd look down here you'd see Walk a little straighter daddy You're leading me Yeah walk a little straighter daddy You're leading me
This song keeps me strong, knowing that I wasn't alone when I was little was great. my daddy was an abusive drunk and everything was more important than me, even my other siblings. everyone has told me that I must scare him because I am so much like he used to be. i was going to audition for American Idol for the last season and he was supposed to be the one who take me to the auditions but he was to busy with his friends and work. I am no longer singing and he is still drinking. All I do anymore is hope and pray that he will changr8 before it's to late. I love this song so much bcause it's really comforting. music is still my best friend even though I don't sing anymore.
I never said mine is a special case and why are you looking at my account anyways f***** stalker I'm a very positive person if I wasn't I would hold a grudge on my father for what he did to me I don't have time for that or the energy you need to learn to keep your comments to yourself because it doesn't come off positive to some people the only thing your comment said to me was that I have no idea what I'm talking about and I should never called my dad pitiful just because my dad gave me life that means that I should be so thankful more anybody else in the world no I'm not thankful to somebody who made me wish I wasn't alive don't make comments when you have no idea what you're talking about don't tell people to be positive and about a situation when you don't know who they are or their situation why don't you just shut your fucking face and get a fucking life or you could do us all a favor and drink some fucking bleach quit messaging me and quit looking at my profile you fucking stalker
this was my 1st time hearing this song on the radio. literally brought me to tears. it touched home. one of my brothers still fights at this very moment and its like a torture why my dad was never there for us. he was there but not all there. im glad he turned into a great young man. i always tell him be proud of who you are becoming. you will not be like him. even though we love him. and he is your dad you dont have to be or live like him
I use to blast this song when I was about 10. I'd go see my dad for a weekend visitation, and I played this on guitar for him. (at the age of 10). he chose beer over his children. I love him so much, and always will. but he's not a good man. I haven't seen him in 8 years. if he had been in my life, I might not have got raped by his drinking buddy, my brother might not have drowned when he was 4, and I would have someone to call dad. occasionally, I go over to the home I grew up [my moms house] to do yard work, and I'll find an old empty Busch beer can in the woods. I always think of him, and this song plays in my head. if your out their daddy.. I love you, and always have. I forgive you. I only hope your doing well, and have managed to kick the can. if you haven't, I still love you. perhaps you'll find peace in the next life.
Mike C so sorry to hear about all of that try to keep your head and stay positive and always remember God is with you always! Keeping you in my prayers!!
I can relate. I was raped by my moms husband and she knew. She now says I seduced him while he was drunk. I am glad I am away from both of them thanks to my sister and brother in law.
I'm so blessed to have two wonderful parents, so idk why I'm reading through these comments and crying rn 😭 There's just so much pain in the world. But then, I'm so encouraged by all the people who wanna do better for their own kids ❤️
I wish my father could hear this. He disowned me though so there's nothing I can do. Stupid alcohol. I'm gonna make sure my children never have to go through what I've been through because I know how much it hurts.
This is kind of how it was with my dad m happy hes finally turning his life around ,first time I heard this song I cried cuz it really hit home I still adore him though ❤
I forgot all about this song until I heard Mae Estes cover it today. It cut me to the heart. Jesus heal those of us that grew up with alcoholic parents.
This was the last video Billy C. Did before his nervous breakdown.......u can see the thinness. Then look at people are crazy it was the first video after his hospitalization.......his father was the reason and this song has a lot of feeling
Same here, it could be describing my life, only difference is that my mum uses pills and overwork instead of drinking... no matter what I try the depression and ways to switch it off always pull her back down :'( So grateful my dad has always stepped up and been there for me and my brothers and sister... praying I'll follow his example instead if I ever have family of my own
My mom did pills too and my dad wasn't around. I have kids and i'll always be the best dad for them. Like it says in the song if they taught me anything its that my kids wont have to feel the way i felt. For me it was my grandmother that was always there for me she is my rock. When you have kids just remember how it felt. I'm sure you'll be good. @@quartzy_jane2153
I hope you're doing good. I didn't have a dad either but like the song says if he taught me anything it's my kids will never have to say walk a little straighter and I have two kids and that's how exactly how I feel. I believe you'll be a great mother stay strong and have faith 🙏@@quartzy_jane2153
I pray for any child or adult with any alcoholic parent.. My dad's been dead 7 years ago today after a long and hard battle with alcohol.. All a can ask as a woman who's once been this little girl is that anybody who sees this that's fighting the battle is to fight until you've won n keep on winning all never know what life would have been like with a sober dad and a have guilt every day for leaving him but sadly we had no choice.. Rest in peace da x
I cannot relate however I do feel this song so strongly alcolhism from the parents being saw by the kids can definitely influence them to not wanna touch it and wish their parent would straighten up definitely a great song ❤
Might be 10 years later man but I understand you 100% it hurts to feel like this also because the world doenst agree but you see the light in the darkness, you are a good person.
i love this song its mine and my dads the first time he heard it he thought of me so i bought him the cd for his truck so when i go there on the weekends he turns this song on then he gets tears bc he made a beautiful daughter that he loves so much i love u daddy forever
thanks to my older brother I will never leave my kids asking where's daddy ''and I mean drinking and not being around wise'' if im not working I will be always be there
My brother is facing the option of getting his pancreas removed and possibly not being able to eat food for the rest of his life because his pancreas is so damaged from alcohol. please, Please, PLEASE don’t look at this as shaming him, I’m proud of him because he quit drinking in 2020 and hasn’t touched a drop. This is written in hope of reaching people who think they might need to quit drinking, please do it before your family has to watch you suffer like he is. He’s my baby brother and nothing has, nor ever will, made me love him less. I’m just terrified of the thought of him not being here anymore. He’s 9 years younger than me, I should be leaving before him but we don’t get to choose that. Choose sobriety, choose life and that’s the best gift you can give your family.
my Dad may be an alcoholic but he still held down two jobs to get us by when my mama left when I was a baby. Not every alcoholic is a bad person or abusive. He still taught me to respect my elders and hold my own in this world. Granted it took a turn for the worst when his dad died and I've been in the hospital sitting with him several times due to it almost killing him but is a good man regardless he just doesn't know how else to handle what HE'S had to go through. Alcoholics have their own stories too. And he means the world to me and idk what I would do without him. Love you Daddy!
I relate i drink to cope more than anyone should stopping isnt easy and im sure ill be insulted its fine the devil grasps and doeant let go but i work work pay pay pay
I'm a supporting my family and I struggle with alcohol and this song hurts
You got real lucky.
Amen!
Good attitude my friend.
My dad has been a raging alcoholic since i was born 27 years ago and just a couple months ago he was in icu for liver failure but now i think things has changed i may get to see my dad sober for the first time in my life 😭 i lost my mom to drug overdose when i was 16 so hes all i have left
Prayers. My son never got to see my walk straighter. He's passed now to the scourge of phentanal. I pray the good Lord allows me to be a dad to 3 beautiful boys. Boys of a woman I love. I'm sober now just a couple weeks.
I wanna say thanks to Billy for this song. My daughter sent it to me 3 years ago and I was messing up bad with drugs. This song woke me up and changed my life forever. God bless you and I thank you for this song. I been sober for 2 years and I owe it to my daughter and you Mr Currington.
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congrats on your little girl getting her daddy back.
This song sobered me up for my family
This song is not about drinking, it's about how we as children observe more about our parents than they think and we can easily become what they once were.
That's so true man
I agree - my dad didn't need alcohol to be awful, violent, and selfish. I've learned what NOT to do from him, and I'm gonna be a great dad someday because of him, indirectly. That's why I love this song, even tho he wasn't an alcoholic
JaxsonWyatt I listen to it Bc it makes me think of my dad that died 3 weeks ago from drinking
JaxsonWyatt and when he was in rehab he sent me and my sister this song bc they listened to it
Um yes the song is about his alcoholic father.
I became a full time single father and I use this song as inspiration and to remind me that my two girls mean everything to me and that I must be the best I can be for them.
What a good dad, they are likely to have a father like you:)
Good man, good father. Trust in God, and He will strengthen and guide you.
I've never had a song that hit me so hard and so personal
Madison Supple I agree
i know that
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same here, i haven't heard a song that made me legit cry in a long time. Except it was my mother not my father in this situation.
So many ambivalent memories
Billy Currington, thank you for this song! Do you have any interest in investing or owning a non-alcoholic bar with all the fun stuff of a real bar but with non-alcoholic drinks???? Just asking 😊😊😊
My father was a severe alcoholic for years. This song helped me get through it. Now he's 3 years sober. Good luck to everyone with a family member fighting the battle
Trevor James thanks I appreciate it glad your dad doesn’t drink & I quit drinking myself
My dad, too, when he retired.....but he was an AWESOME DAD
Amen
Careful the things you say......Children will listen. Careful the things you do......Children will see, and learn.
There are little eyes upon you
and they're watching night and day.
There are little ears that quickly
take in every word you say.
There are little hands all eager
to do anything you do;
And a little boy who's dreaming
of the day he'll be like you.
You're the little fellow's idol,
you're the wisest of the wise.
In his little mind about you
no suspicions ever rise.
He believes in you devoutly,
holds all you say and do;
He will say and do, in your way
when he's grown up just like you.
There's a wide-eyed little fellow
who believes you're always right;
and his eyes are always opened,
and he watches day and night.
You are setting an example
every day in all you do;
For the little boy who's waiting
to grow up to be just like you.
Careful the things you say ... children will listen careful the things you do .... children will see, and learn.
OH ........ so true if only all parents understood
That's way to true my dad turned into a drunk when he met his wife of 11 years now I hate it cause hes gonna drink himself to death
Wish I would’ve took this into consideration sooner... I have failed as a father to my two year old.
When I see my son start becoming reserved and not laughing like a child should, this song always reminds me to straighten up. I don't drink but a couple beers a year, but this song doesn't necessarily have to be about being drunk. As parents we all need a reminder to walk a little straighter.
Yes! That’s what happened to me.. never ignore the initial signs!
Amen
😊😊😊
Mister Billy Currington Is one of the most underrated under appreciated classic country western singers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Absolutely agree!! 100%
Amen 🙏🏻
Understatement of the century. I remember buying a dozen cd singles for this song for their jewel cases because they were like 50 cents each thus it was cheaper to buy these than new cases to replace my broken ones. I played the song and have loved it every since. Best way to lead is by example.
Makes me proud of my dad for overcoming a vicious drug addiction and never touched more than really light alcohol.
He is imperfect, but my pops is amazing
Andrue Klements tell him I said congrats, it’s amazing what people can overcome.
I'm the dad in this song. I let my children down and the rest of my family. This song really strikes me how my kids see me growing up. I don't want to stumble anymore. I want to lead them
Seek God, and I believe He will help you to overcome, in Jesus name, amen. Stay focused my friend.
My mom just stopped drinking. I'm just so proud of her^^
My mom still does is that why she is who she is now a bad mom
My dad is now over a year sober never been so proud of him but my mom isn't making it easy for him to want to stay sober I encourage him every day to stay sober
@@rainairwin1890 I'm sure yoiu're the reason he's trying to walk the right path. My kids are the only thing that's ever made me want to walk a straight path in life!
@@relaxdrinkeatandlaughwithc5274 but always remember she is still mom I know we don't choose how will be our mothers god gave you her as a mother love her anyway she is drunk or not its still mom and god bless your mama and you to we a struggle in different ways
@@saulrodriguez2559 I am still working on not drinking as much.
My 3 kids don't know their real dad's but 2 weeks ago a man walked in to my life not as a friend but as a man that claims my 3 week old son and now my 3 kids have a dad and they will be the best father and sons and daughter I would have ever seen
This song finally got my sons father to wake up. He listened and cried thinking of our son watching him and realizing he wants to be his hero and never wants our son to look at him and be disappointed or sad. Thank God I found this sound
Hope your family is healing now and he can be the best sober version of himself, both for him and your little boy
Reminds me of my dad. That old Marine saw hell in Vietnam so I understand why he drank and sadly I do sometimes as bad as he did after my own service. Still no matter what he was always there for me.
My dad was an alcoholic all my life. A lot of rehabs and sober homes but never got him off it. I remember we were watching this video and when the dad gave him a pocket watch he went and got me the pocket watch he always carried around. I was maybe 7 or 8 when that happened and only got a few more years with him after. It’ll be 10 years since he passed this September. Still have that pocket watch in my truck.
My father got sober when I was 5 years old and than stated drinking again when I was 17 im now 21 he thinks just because we're all grown up it don't hurt us however it does that why I don't like going to visit anymore because he an asshole when he drinks and he never known how to show love and affection even when he was sober you don't know how bad all my life i just wanted to cry in my dad arms and felt like i never can especialy when he drinking
I was a functional drunk. Wasn’t till I became a single father that I was able to quit. My daughter asked me not to buy no beer one night. She had bad asthma and when I looked at her I saw her lying on the floor having one of her dangerous attacks and me in a chair drunk. I quit 37 years ago.
Thank you for quitting ❤❤😊😊
@@dennishein2812 Takes 1 incredibly strong person to stop drinking; my hats off to you.
Praying my man will quit drinking because it’s getting worse and worse and I only drink to make sure I can take care of him cuz when I’m not drinking with him he gets on a whole blacked out level to the point when he starts yelling at me and bringing up the past and pees in our bed.
I’ll quit any day but my worry is taking care of him.
Good on you brother 💯 wish there were more people like you
This song hits me. Music is the only thing capable of making me cry. Makes me feel like an asshole for all the times I piss of my dad :( all he does is work hard to provide me with a good life and I act like an asshole.
I feel ya bro this is one of the few songs that could make me cry
Man I love this song too. Sometimes you need songs like this.
aaronmeeks, i know where your coming from, it'll work out one day
#aaronmeeks i feel you bro. i do the same to my dad
aaronmeeks a lot of us don't realize what we let go or completely miss, until it's too late possibly because the line to cross isn't their anymore. Take advantage of the time you have. No harm meant in the comment, just a realistic relatable feeling. Safe travels smooth waters brother
I remember looking up, remember looking up to him, I remember most the times he wasn't there.
My dad was an alcoholic and died of severe cirrhosis of the liver, but he was never drunk. He was a wonderful father and I miss him very much.
This song hit home. Both my parents had alcohol issues. I made a vow when my children were young that I would never do that to them. Proud to say both me and their father were there for our children
Hello Tammy
Tammy, I hope your babies did well, and that you got to see each and every one of them grow up happy and healthy.
My dad when I was growing up drank alot but he was working on the farm and raising me and my brother my mom wasn't there hardly at all but this year my dad has stopped drinking he has prostate cancer and colitis badly and he will be 62 years old in August I love my daddy so much love u daddy I will forever be your little girl
Hello Amber
My daddy is still leading me (if not more these days) my hero my ole man passed in 2018 but he's still leading me he's my hero with wings 💸 ilu daddy rip
Hey Suzi, how are you doing?
I wish I could have told him before he passed away.
+Christian Schäfer Im with you on that one, my dad passed when I was 13
+Barb Hansen Can you share to me, what happend?, sorry to hear that.. I am sure I'm here to hear it.
Barb Hansen How really sad to lost someone.. But Definitely something and someone out there there make you happy. Life must Go on! and Accept the fact, all of us, will be gone.. For now! let us do what we must.
+Jay Roxas So true. Life goes on even with a bit of emptiness in our hearts.
***** Right Christian.
My son is seven, and his dad is in and out of jail and rehab. His heart is hurting for him, he always says "My dad is in a place to get better." except hes been out of rehab for 3 months and hasnt called his son. Dayton tells people his dad loves his whiskey, and used to take him for walks to get it from the gas station. He never can be sober. i just wish he would get better for my son. Everyone needs a daddy.
Hello Melissa
This song really shows what it's like living with an alcoholic. My stepfather is an alcoholic, and even though he has made many mistakes I have never stopped loving him. He stopped drinking about a year ago, and by the Grace of God he's stayed sober. I think a real turning point for him was when I came home about two years ago and he was lying, unconscious, on the back porch. I had to drag him inside and give him water until he recovered. It was hot outside and he was drunk, and passed out on the stairs. He was there for three hours before I got home. Something about having your 13 year old stepdaughter drag you inside tends to show you that you need to change. It took several tries, and many nights shivering under the blankets, hoping against hope that He would make it till morning alive, but he's now one year sober. Through all that, we still love him and I know he loves us. to all the alcoholics that think you can't get sober, you can. Don't let alcohol be the reason your life ends too soon!
wow. great stepdaughter..
This is such an inspiration to many people...
+SuperWhoLock14 great story my father is better then he was this tory is almost to a t my life he would come in at 6 and go straight for a beer or wine one night he kicked me and y sister out of the house for no reason the night my grandmother died of olsheimers ideas so my mom had to drive almost a hour to come pic me and her up he has also been to jail multiple times for dui and you no what i love him just as much
SuperWhoLock14 amazing that your dad sobered up. Even when I was 12 and carried him inside with neighbor help, my dad still drinks. He's made promises to drink less or even quit but my faith in him has pretty much dried up because I'm 23 now and all I hear are empty promises. I love him, and he's the only dad I've ever known. But He's shown me what not to do, what not to look for in a partner for life.
My stepdad loves me to death but from the minute he gets home from work and the minute he goes to sleep. He's got a drink in his hand. I've never seen the liked of it. I love that man to death but I'm worried about him as well.
This video represents my childhood. My father completely broke my heart 💔. I can’t believe how much this song/video effected me....
Angel Marie I’m sorry I’m thinking giving it up for good once I’m done with my alcohol I have my family has addiction to alcohol & drugs
its astounding how often parents forget that every moment someone is watching them. Not judging them per say, but watching and looking for guidance down the road call life. All our actions are noticed and they in one way or another influence someone else. Either negative or good someone is following in your footsteps be it your children, your friends, or a stranger that passes you by. Know that those who strive for the stars may never notice the light they shine on others, but the good you do will be noticed whether or not you do it. But unfortunately any little thing you might do for whatever reason if its seen as bad more often then not people will pick up on that quicker than the good. Because humanity is always looking for some way to destroy each other or bring them down a notch.
amen +wolven outcast
+wolven outcast amen
+woven outcast, I can relate so much to this song and you couldn't have said that any better. I 100% agree with you.
+Te'Leah Knight ty I hope one day that I am a light to others, my your dreams come true and remember pass on the good who knows maybe one day it will be returned ten fold.
Hell yes and we'll spoken!
Good to realize that this isn’t just about addicts, nor even about parents. Everyone has influence and it makes an impact on the people who watch you. Don’t ever forget that.
So I have a three month old daughter I'm twenty three years old and my wife left the other day and this song hits home I'm so scared
Why tf would u do that😐😡😠
I just saw your comment, its 5 year old. You got this, I was 22 when my oldest son was born, and was a single father first 15 years of his life. Youll be fine, and do what you gotta do, because when someone calls you daddy, theres is no giving up. You got it, thats what men do.
I never had an alcohol problem but I did have a prescription pill problem I was getting 6 different opiates and 4 different benzos. All prescribed by the same doctor.
I fell into a deep deep depression and on July 18th of 2022 I tried to end my life by overdosing.
My 7-year-old son found me. He knew how to call his grandma so he called his grandma and said I can't wake up my mommy so my mom had him call the paramedics he was such a brave little boy..
And before anybody says anything I already know how useless and worthless I am I don't deserve forgiveness and nothing excuses what I done
I am proud of myself though because I'm no longer on the prescriptions and I'm doing so much better but I will never ever forgive myself for what I put my son through
Hello, how are you doing?
This song really touches my heart I was that child growing up thank you for this song it really touches my soul
Hello Deanna
That man has eyes that cut through me.
One of the best songs ever written.
and the absolute worst thumbnail i have seen on a music video lmao
Lol
My daddy he drank a lot of beer when i was little and sometimes he would yell at my mom but she stood by him and when he shot his slef he changed his hole life around and he drink one beer when he got out of hospital abd my paryed it would make him sick it did he never pick up another beer they both passed away now but they had a, strong love
So true. I was following my daddy’s 🦶 footsteps. Then I am thankful God woke me up and realize that there was more than drinking. Love your music Billy
I heard this song for the first time in years and it brought me to tears. The line about walking into the graduation has always gotten to me because this really did happen at my graduation celebration in high school. My dad battled an alcohol addiction throughout my entire childhood and into my 20s and has been sober for several years now. I have never been prouder of anyone.
Hello Maggie
Such a powerful song. Story of my life... Just lost my father on June 1st, he was only 54. Will always love and miss the man. DLR
Thank you so much for your comment I wish from the bottom of my heart that my son will forgive and think about the good deed that he did and love his son with all his heart. Sometimes he could not the love and caring the way that his heart wants to. I wish my son would read your comments and forgive him. We cannot deleted the bad memories but we’re all can recognize the great part of Father. No one meant to be a bad parent. We can’t go back to correct our past but as a mom that’s still alive I will do my best each day no one knows we will see tomorrow. I always pray for my son to forgive his dad. Mother that s always be right here for her son to come around.
He has the most beautiful blue eyes
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please
pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I
just wanted to know if you're a fan ? Have a
great day.. Stay Safe 😊
I was an alcoholic and drug addic till my daughter was born I quit everything and started living for my baby girl
Beautiful, soulful song and eyes Billy..
Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support 😘❤️😘
I sent my dad this, wish me luck! And I hope he gets a better understanding of how his decisions affect me
Me too
Hope y’all get through it I’m going through it with y’all so don’t feel alone
Wow!! handsome beautiful wordings of this song you left me speechless
this song reminds me so much of my life.. dad was never the great guy i wanted but i look back now that he passed away and i am glad for the little moments he was what i needed...
wolfpackleader666
Ok Chris
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Been fighting addiction issues since 16 years old. 30 now, 9 years clean from pills and herion but the past 2 years have been drinking. I have 2 weeks 100% sober and have a 2 year old so this song hits me with a passion
This song is so soulful Its almost impossible for me to watch without crying
Dalton
Just awesome song it hurts the children so much but this is a Awesome song never heard it till today beautiful
Never met my dad sober I'm 26 .... he wasn't a drunk he did pills. I'm an addict. I cleaned up because I dnt want my kids to see me like I see my dad ..... xoxo one love . Keep pushing life is what u make it
This song goes to show that everyone has a past & anyone can get through it. For those of you that don't know, his dad was really a drunk. Billy ended up living with another family because of this! His first CD is dedicated to his "claimed" brother Allen. Allen is my x grandpa!
hi
Everyone does, even those of us who aren't famous. My Mom spent much of my youth in a haze...came to my HS sporting awards ceremony in a haze and I was so mortified that people actually had to see it. The haze will never go away. I never drink..my kids will never have to worry about that.
+Amanda Ovadal my point was "everyone" has a past, not just famous people. I'm sorry to hear about your past; at least your not doing the same mistakes to your children.
very good song i can relate
chad
Our children will follow our lead.....be careful of how you take that lead..... thank you Billy.....
Hello Kimberly
My daddy waz the best one I could’ve gotten now he’s been with Jesus for while I miss him so much
I’m good
the day my dad showed me this song it changed my life alot and started crying when i heard it im like love you dad i hope you see this soon love you
Still love him to this day. Man he got talent
Billy is amazing. In all of his songs you can tell he thought about them
This song hits me on so many levels. My daddy isn't completely in my life. I love him so so much but he's never really been a father figure to me. He missed my high school graduation & didn't wanna be at my wedding (he never said it but I could tell). We barely speak now & it hurts me. When I have children I'll never treat them that way.
Daddy I love you, nothing will ever change that. I know we'll never have that close bond & I'll never be a daddy's girl (even though I'm your only daughter). It kills me knowing that, but I guess we were never meant to be close. I'm sorry.
My dad has struggled with drugs my entire life. I remember seeing him OD’d on the floor as a child MANY times. I remember hearing this song as a child and thinking about him and how badly I wanted him to get sober. I’m turning 20 this year and he’s still struggling. I love him dearly and don’t want to lose him. I just wish he’d stop. But as I’m starting my family I never want my children to have to say walk a little straighter. I’ve never tried any drug because I’ve seen the effects. I want my children to feel safe.
I'm 47 5 kids and 6 grandkids. My mom and dad were both alcoholics, my dad way worse. When I was 14 they split. They each got with other alcoholic.s my mom and step dad quit drinking but my dad never slowed down. This song hits home for me... I just sat here crying uncontrollably listening to it.... my kids have never seen me smashed and never will! I do drink but not alone and only certain things. I have no desire to live that life. Lost my Dad 3 years ago but just like in the song my old man was still like he always was but I loved him anyway! Stay strong!
One thing I learned from her, my kids will never have to say... 💜
Hello nikky
Favorite part is about how he mentions his future kids. Im 15, and I deal with the same thing . My father isnt a huge drinker but he lets me down 24/7, my kid(s) will never view this Ill be the greatest Dad possible and give them the best life they could Imagine.
Same here
Not all alcoholics are like this my late father in law was a hard core alcoholic but was always sober and present and was always willing to help someone out he just had his own demons when alone R.I.P Billy
This song hits home!! I lived this nightmare 😭😭😭...
Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support ❤️💞❣️
When I first heard the song, I gasped for breath. I wondered if whoever wrote the song heading on me personally, and had known my dad. I also waited by the door for him to come home. He would also passed me bye go straight to the refrigerator, grab his bottle and sit down in the chair. He pretty much disappeared after that. He was there, physically, but not mentally or emotionally. My entire childhood was this way. I was never able to get close to him. I was the oldest, and my brother and sister halfway through their childhood got to know him sober. Because eventually he did quit drinking. We get along and I think you trying to make up for lost time. I don’t hold a grudge and I let him try to make up for it. At least he quit drinking. And I’m proud for that because so many don’t I know this because I’m a hospice nurse. I see many people dying of cirrhosis.
Hello Jamie, how are you doing?
Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support ❤️❣️
I proud of the fact my mom pulled me away from this type of life when I was only 2. Lord only knows where I would be and what I would be doing. I am thankful to this day for the 22 years i got to call the man she remarried my Dad. He helped me become Who i am today. Even though I was an angry teenager and still fight with these anger issues. I put that man through a lot but I am thankful he didn't stop loving me. I love you daddy continue to lead me from heaven.
That's so sweet❤️ I'm glad you got the dad you deserved!
Unicorn Llama I did unfortunately he lost his battle last year to pancreatic cancer. Oct 10th was one year since his passing.
My father is now a recovering alcoholic but I still love him. He was abusive and mean but after 13 years he finally got help. There are times I still wander if he really loved us back then....
My dad just passed away and always walked crooked and I now think of this as my song to him
I’m so sorry for you loss
I know exactly how you feel😢
My son stood up to his abusive father after 14 yrs of taking more than any child should. (He was protecting myself & his lil sister). Though his father didn’t drink all the time, it was enough. More than enough. And of course he had an abusive father too. But my son ... I was so proud of him going chest to chest w him, telling him HE HAD ENOUGH. He said to his father the exact same words he’d heard so many times before: “If you ever touch me or my sister or hurt Mom again, I WILL beat YOU within an inch of your life. You always said you were bigger, meaner, tougher than me but truth is you’re NOTHING! Go ahead dad, bring it on”! ✋🤚My son said, shoving his chest toward his father. (I had been extremely ill w Lupus since my pregnancies but now miraculously in remission). His dad turned around & left, FOREVER! We just finished a 3 year divorce which he fought me for custody! (this guy is a great actor, would win an academy award). He APPEALED our divorce to the Supreme COURT & I just won 3 weeks ago. Now I am trying to help my teens.
Hello Angelina
I remember looking up
To look up to him
And I remember most the time
He wasn't there
I'd be waiting at the door
When he got home at night
He'd pass me by to go to pass out in his chair
And I'd say
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're swaying side to side
You're footsteps make me dizzy
And no matter how I try
I keep tripping and stumbling
If you'd look down here you'd see
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're leading me
He stumbled in the gym
On graduation day
And I couldn't help but feel
So ashamed
And I wasn't surprised a bit
When he didn't stay
He stumbled out before they called my name
And I thought
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're swaying side to side
It's not just me who's watching
you've caught everybody's eye
And you're tripping and stumbling
and even though I've turned 18
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're still leading me
The old mans still like he always was
But I love him anyway
If I've learned one thing from him
Its my kids will never have to say
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're swaying side to side
You're footsteps make me dizzy
And no matter how I try
I keep tripping and stumbling
if you'd look down here you'd see
Walk a little straighter daddy
You're leading me
Yeah walk a little straighter daddy
You're leading me
My father was either drunk or absent after the tenth year of my life up until 21
This song keeps me strong, knowing that I wasn't alone when I was little was great. my daddy was an abusive drunk and everything was more important than me, even my other siblings. everyone has told me that I must scare him because I am so much like he used to be. i was going to audition for American Idol for the last season and he was supposed to be the one who take me to the auditions but he was to busy with his friends and work. I am no longer singing and he is still drinking. All I do anymore is hope and pray that he will changr8 before it's to late. I love this song so much bcause it's really comforting. music is still my best friend even though I don't sing anymore.
Follow your dreams. Don’t let your father end your dreams. I love my father and brother, even though my brother was an abusive drunk.
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Im 19 and still cant watch this without tearing up because of my poor dad being such the pitiful man he is :(
He beat me ass hole
Preston until youve been trated like that dont ever tell me how to talk about me pitiful old man!
I never said mine is a special case and why are you looking at my account anyways f***** stalker I'm a very positive person if I wasn't I would hold a grudge on my father for what he did to me I don't have time for that or the energy you need to learn to keep your comments to yourself because it doesn't come off positive to some people the only thing your comment said to me was that I have no idea what I'm talking about and I should never called my dad pitiful just because my dad gave me life that means that I should be so thankful more anybody else in the world no I'm not thankful to somebody who made me wish I wasn't alive don't make comments when you have no idea what you're talking about don't tell people to be positive and about a situation when you don't know who they are or their situation why don't you just shut your fucking face and get a fucking life or you could do us all a favor and drink some fucking bleach quit messaging me and quit looking at my profile you fucking stalker
Ive coninued to say in every message I dont hold a grudge over him I did wyen I was younger but I dont have tge time or the energy to do that
Ive had 3 dads and im only 10 my birth father was an alcoholic and I didnt know he was my father til I was 7
This song makes me think of my father. I grew up without him in my life .
this was my 1st time hearing this song on the radio. literally brought me to tears. it touched home. one of my brothers still fights at this very moment and its like a torture why my dad was never there for us. he was there but not all there. im glad he turned into a great young man. i always tell him be proud of who you are becoming. you will not be like him. even though we love him. and he is your dad you dont have to be or live like him
Hello daisy
YES.... BEEN THERE DONE THAT........
I use to blast this song when I was about 10. I'd go see my dad for a weekend visitation, and I played this on guitar for him. (at the age of 10). he chose beer over his children. I love him so much, and always will. but he's not a good man. I haven't seen him in 8 years. if he had been in my life, I might not have got raped by his drinking buddy, my brother might not have drowned when he was 4, and I would have someone to call dad. occasionally, I go over to the home I grew up [my moms house] to do yard work, and I'll find an old empty Busch beer can in the woods. I always think of him, and this song plays in my head. if your out their daddy.. I love you, and always have. I forgive you. I only hope your doing well, and have managed to kick the can. if you haven't, I still love you. perhaps you'll find peace in the next life.
be strong i know how you feel
Mike C so sorry to hear about all of that try to keep your head and stay positive and always remember God is with you always!
Keeping you in my prayers!!
Mike C I'm so sorry about you your dad and your brother and that's very nice to still forgive him after all that's happened 💓
I can relate. I was raped by my moms husband and she knew. She now says I seduced him while he was drunk. I am glad I am away from both of them thanks to my sister and brother in law.
mikael b im so sorry I hope your future is better
I'm so blessed to have two wonderful parents, so idk why I'm reading through these comments and crying rn 😭 There's just so much pain in the world. But then, I'm so encouraged by all the people who wanna do better for their own kids ❤️
I wish my father could hear this. He disowned me though so there's nothing I can do. Stupid alcohol. I'm gonna make sure my children never have to go through what I've been through because I know how much it hurts.
Stay Strong, I hope things turn around for you! God Bless!
Keep your head high. Lost mine due to prescription drug addiction and overdose toughest time of my life. But remember the good times.
me too
I can empathize with you, except I want to substitute "mom" for daddy. Alcoholism sucks, especially for the kids. God Bless...
that's his loss , not yours. the only thing you can do is as you said. to make sure your kids never have to go through what you have!!
My dad passed on May 27th, 2019. He was a good man. He made some mistakes.
Hello Jennifer, how are you doing?
This song is filled with Truth for so many!! 💜✝️🎶
Yrs
This is kind of how it was with my dad m happy hes finally turning his life around ,first time I heard this song I cried cuz it really hit home I still adore him though ❤
This song definitely goes to my dad. He's gone now and now my daughter is keeping me from this path.
I forgot all about this song until I heard Mae Estes cover it today. It cut me to the heart. Jesus heal those of us that grew up with alcoholic parents.
Good message for all to think about... done so beautifully.
Swap dad out for mom and this song really hits home for me.
Sorry
It's all good
Gotta be
Heartbreaking
❤️❤️
Love this song hits me hard my dad died from achool 😢
This was the last video Billy C. Did before his nervous breakdown.......u can see the thinness. Then look at people are crazy it was the first video after his hospitalization.......his father was the reason and this song has a lot of feeling
Hello Patti
This song hits me but it was my mom not my dad, great song didnt know about it until today.
Thank you ❤️ keep listening
Same here, it could be describing my life, only difference is that my mum uses pills and overwork instead of drinking... no matter what I try the depression and ways to switch it off always pull her back down :'( So grateful my dad has always stepped up and been there for me and my brothers and sister... praying I'll follow his example instead if I ever have family of my own
My mom did pills too and my dad wasn't around. I have kids and i'll always be the best dad for them. Like it says in the song if they taught me anything its that my kids wont have to feel the way i felt. For me it was my grandmother that was always there for me she is my rock. When you have kids just remember how it felt. I'm sure you'll be good. @@quartzy_jane2153
I hope you're doing good. I didn't have a dad either but like the song says if he taught me anything it's my kids will never have to say walk a little straighter and I have two kids and that's how exactly how I feel. I believe you'll be a great mother stay strong and have faith 🙏@@quartzy_jane2153
Alcohol kills relationships no matter how you think you have it under control you hurt your kids the most they deserve your full attention
Hello Jessica
I pray for any child or adult with any alcoholic parent.. My dad's been dead 7 years ago today after a long and hard battle with alcohol.. All a can ask as a woman who's once been this little girl is that anybody who sees this that's fighting the battle is to fight until you've won n keep on winning all never know what life would have been like with a sober dad and a have guilt every day for leaving him but sadly we had no choice.. Rest in peace da x
Drinking && listening to this kinda song doesn’t mix...
I miss my Daddy
I miss my Daddy so much 💔
I cannot relate however I do feel this song so strongly alcolhism from the parents being saw by the kids can definitely influence them to not wanna touch it and wish their parent would straighten up definitely a great song ❤
Hello friend 🙋♂️
he has got talent in the song is so full of raw emotion
Hello Abigail
Might be 10 years later man but I understand you 100% it hurts to feel like this also because the world doenst agree but you see the light in the darkness, you are a good person.
My dad never spends much time with me so this makes me think of him.
i love this song its mine and my dads the first time he heard it he thought of me so i bought him the cd for his truck so when i go there on the weekends he turns this song on then he gets tears bc he made a beautiful daughter that he loves so much i love u daddy forever
thanks to my older brother I will never leave my kids asking where's daddy ''and I mean drinking and not being around wise'' if im not working I will be always be there
My brother is facing the option of getting his pancreas removed and possibly not being able to eat food for the rest of his life because his pancreas is so damaged from alcohol. please, Please, PLEASE don’t look at this as shaming him, I’m proud of him because he quit drinking in 2020 and hasn’t touched a drop. This is written in hope of reaching people who think they might need to quit drinking, please do it before your family has to watch you suffer like he is. He’s my baby brother and nothing has, nor ever will, made me love him less. I’m just terrified of the thought of him not being here anymore. He’s 9 years younger than me, I should be leaving before him but we don’t get to choose that. Choose sobriety, choose life and that’s the best gift you can give your family.
May God bless y'all. 🙏 ✌️ be with you.
His eyes Are Amazing 🙏🏽👌🏽