I woke up tonight
And found my hands useless

I woke up tonight
And found my hands useless

And it felt far away

With raging tides outside
That seeked to break the window panes

My throat is clutched tight
Perceptions dance in black and white
Searching for acquaintance in your name

Just don't choose these words
Never to be told

'Cause chances leave more quickly
Than you can regret
And someone will be thankful
Once these words are said

So I found you
With your head held high

With words I can't forget
With words I cannot hide

Dear father please have faith in me
I sure have done more things wrong than I've done right

But on that day
I will tell a story
Of friends and hardships worth

And if it takes a lifetime
For this to come true
Where would I be without you
Don't let me be mistaken
Just this once
We still got time