Holdin' Dad's Memory

[Verse] In the quiet of the sunset, 'round a dusty, lonesome bend, I see the shadow of a man, my father, my old friend. He taught me how to ride and rope, how to stand tall and free, Now he's gone, but in my heart, he still rides next to me. [Verse 2] He wore a Stetson hat so fine, boots touched the ground so light, With a weathered smile, he'd say, "Son, everything's alright." From fixing fence to making peace, his wisdom in short supply, But I hold tight to every word, though now I say goodbye. [Chorus] Holdin' Dad's memory, in every step I take, In every humble breath I breathe, in every choice I make. I’ll ride the range and honor him, the man he meant to be, Though he's gone, his spirit lives, forever part of me. [Verse 3] His laughter echoed in our home, a melody so sweet, He'd strum his old guitar and sing, a simple country beat. His hands were rough from working hard, but gentle as the dawn, Now they're gone but his lessons stay, and I’m still holding on. [Verse 4] In the shed there hangs his cowboy hat, alongside his worn gloves, A testament to all he did, a legacy of love. Each time I tend the fields alone, I feel him in the wind, Whisperin’ words of strength and hope, to guide me 'til the end. [Chorus] Holdin' Dad's memory, in every step I take, In every humble breath I breathe, in every choice I make. I’ll ride the range and honor him, the man he meant to be, Though he's gone, his spirit lives, forever part of me.