I wrote this song about two years ago. We hung up ribbons after a child drown in our neighborhood. unfortunately it did not take long for the ribbons to start to fade and tatter from weather. It was sad and made these words come to me, as I reflected on how easily we forget tragedy. Anyway, it seems to be ever more relevant. Enjoy.
Title: “Looked Up to You”
Verse 1
G D
Your boots by the door, they’re still standing tall,
Em C
But the sound of your footsteps don’t echo at all.
G D
I pour out a coffee, set a chair for two,
Em C
Still hoping the morning might bring me to you.
Pre-Chorus
Am Em
The world keeps on turning,
C D
But I’m stuck in place…
Chorus (Hook)
G D
I have always looked up to you,
Em C
Now I’m looking higher than I ever wanted to.
G D
Don’t let the smiles be mistaken,
Em C
My heart will forever be breaking.
Am Em
Time rolls on, but it feels untrue,
C G
‘Cause I have always looked up to you.
Verse 2
G D
The ribbons are faded on that old oak tree,
Em C
But I still remember how proud you made me.
G D
The pages keep turning, the seasons all change,
Em C
But nothing could ever erase your name.
Pre-Chorus
Am Em
Some nights I still whisper,
C D
Praying you hear me say…
Chorus (Hook)
G D
I have always looked up to you,
Em C
Now I’m looking higher than I ever wanted to.
G D
Don’t let the smiles be mistaken,
Em C
My heart will forever be breaking.
Am Em
Time rolls on, but it feels untrue,
C G
‘Cause I have always looked up to you.
Bridge
Am Em
Go rest your head, you’ve done enough,
C D
I’ll carry your strength when the road gets rough.
Final Chorus (Hook – repeat, big finish)
G D
I have always looked up to you,
Em C
Now I’m looking higher than I ever wanted to.
G D
Without you here life will be tough,
Em C
But go rest your head, you’ve done enough.
Am Em
Time rolls on, but it feels untrue,
C G
‘Cause I have always looked up to you.
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