You'd better sit down kids I'll tell you why You might not understand kids just give it a try Now how should I put this, I've got something to say You're mother is staying but I'm going away No we're not mad kids, it's hard to say why Your mother and I, kids don't see eye to eye Be sure you say your prayers before you go to bed Make sure you get yourself to school on time I know you'll do the things your mother ask She's gonna need you boys to stay in line Keep in mind your mother's gonna need your help A whole lot more than she ever did before No more fights over little things 'Cause I won't be there to stop them anymore I know you don't want this, well, neither do we But sometimes things happen that we can't foresee So try to become kids and don't look so sad Just 'cause I'm leaving I'll still be your dad Just remember I love you and though I'm not here Just call if you need me and I'll always be near Well, I have to go now so kiss me goodbye My eyes are just red, kids, I'm too big to cry