Dad

[Verse 1]
Morning sun on a Michigan field
Diesel hum and a fence to build
Some men slow down when the years roll on
But you're out back at the break of dawn
At 93 you still run the loader
Fixin' and buildin' till the day is over

[Chorus]
Those arms could raise a house from the ground
But they're best when they're wrapped around
Every sis and every son
Nephew, neighbor, everyone
Ralph, your hugs feel just like home
Long as we're here, you're never alone

[Verse 2]
Underground homes and mansions grand
Taught half this town with a patient hand
Estate sale deals and a wheelin' grin
Every stranger leaves as your friend
You've seen all fifty states and more
But your heart stays home on Michigan's shore

[Chorus]
Those arms could raise a house from the ground
But they're best when they're wrapped around
Every sis and every son
Nephew, neighbor, everyone
Ralph, your hugs feel just like home
Long as we're here, you're never alone

[Bridge]
Near 75 years you danced with Jean
The love of your life, your sweetest dream
Now the house is quiet, the nights are long
But she's in every hymn and every song

[Verse 3]
Cathy, Jean, and Jody too
And Ralph still building right next to you
You twirl your girls across the floor
Your faith is strong, your love is more
Your legacy's not wood and stone
It's every heart you've made your own

[Chorus]
Those arms could raise a house from the ground
But they're best when they're wrapped around
Every sis and every son
Nephew, neighbor, everyone
Dad, we've got you, hold on tight
We'll hug you back through every night

[Outro]
Loved beyond compare, that's what you are
Our builder, our rock, our guiding star