Verse 1

Life is like a winding road.
It will take you for quite a ride.
But regardless of the turns you take.
Always remember your pride.

Pre-chorus

Your pride can be a double-edged sword.
It’ll help you fight, but can cut you deep.
That’s why you got to learn how to use it, baby.
So that you can sew what you reap.

Chorus

Do as I told you.
You gotta think with more than your heart.
Do as I told you.
And you’ll be alright from the start.


Verse 2

Now there are two kinds of people out there.
Those that give and those that take.
Be careful of the later ones, baby.
They will prey on your mistakes.

Pre-chorus

Now don’t go thinking you should close yourself off now, baby.
That’ll only hurt the ones you love.
Just pay attention to the ones you choose to let in.
Cause choosing right will help you rise above.

Chorus

Do as I told you.
You gotta think with more than your heart.
Do as I told you.
And you’ll be all right from the start.


Verse 3

Believe in yourself and trust in who you are.
No matter what other people may say.
The more you live, it will become easier.
With experience, they will help you find your way.

Pre-chorus

Now there will be times where you’ll need to open your ears
To advice that may change your direction.
You’ll make the right choice if you trust your judgement.
There’s nothing wrong with a slight correction.

Chorus

Do as I told you.
You gotta think with more than your heart.
Do as I told you.
And you’ll be all right from the start.


Pre-chorus

Just remember that I’ll always be with you, baby.
No matter where you are.
Don’t forget these words of wisdom
And there’ll be no way you won’t go far.

Chorus

Do as I told you.
You gotta think with more than your heart.
Do as I told you.
And you’ll be all right from the start.

This song is dedicated to my daughters, Madilynn and Katherine.