Father
He's leaving us today
Going to a place
So very far away
I must say goodbye to a friend
He's now waiting for me

I know there's no need to hurry
It'll take more than just a moment
But I have to speak
For my very own intent
I must say goodbye to a friend

Soon he'll be only a memory
Someone whom was so dear
A very special friend
Of that I'm very clear
I must say goodbye to a friend

It'll take some time to do it
Not in a great big rush
Many , many things to say
In a way full of much
I must say goodbye to a friend

I've known him for a long time
Ever since I was born
He's been quite a man
Someone I couldn't scorn
I must say goodbye to a friend.