By the time I was your age I'd give anything to fall in love truly was all i could think that's when i met your mother the girl of my dreams the most beautiful woman that I'd ever seen
She said, "boy can i tell you a wonderful thing?" I cant help but notice you staring at me I know i shouldn't say this But, i really believe i can tell by your eyes That you're in love with me
Now, son I'm only telling you this Because life can do terrible things
Now most of the time we'd have too much to drink We'd laugh at the stars and we'd share everything Too young to notice and too dumb to care But, love was a story that couldnt compare
I said, "girl can i tell you a wonderful thing?" I made you a present with paper and string Open with care now im asking you please You know that i love you, will you marry me
Now son, im only telling you this Because life can do terrible things
Youll learn one day ill hope and ill pray That god shows you differently
She said boy can i tell you a terrible thing Seems that im sick and ive only got weeks Please dont be sad now, i really believe You were the greatest thing that ever happened to me
Slow, I fell to the ground on my knees
Don't fall in love It's just too much to lose if given the choice Then I'm begging you to choose To walk away, Dont let her get you I cant bare to see the same Happen to you
Now, son im only telling you this Cause, life can do terrible things