Housefires + Pat Barrett - Good Good Father Lyrics
Lyrics
Oh, I've heard a thousand stories of what they think you're like
But I've heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night
And you tell me that you're pleased
And that I'm never alone
You're a Good, Good Father
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am
Oh, and I've seen many searching for answers far and wide
But I know we're all searching
For answers only you provide
'Cause you know just what we need
Before we say a word
You're a Good, Good Father
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am
'Cause you are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways to us
You are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways to us
Oh, it's love so undeniable
I, I can hardly speak
Peace so unexplainable
I, I can hardly think
As you call me deeper still
As you call me deeper still
As you call me deeper still
Into love, love, love
You're a Good, Good Father
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am
You're a Good, Good Father
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am
You're a Good, Good Father
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am
You're a Good, Good Father
(You are perfect in all of your ways)
It's who you are, it's who you are, it's who you are
And I'm loved by you
(You are perfect in all of your ways)
It's who I am, it's who I am it's who I am
Video
Housefires - Good Good Father // feat. Pat Barrett (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Housefires and Pat Barrett’s rendition of “Good Good Father,” released as part of their *How To Start A Housefire, Pt. 3* album on November 3, 2023, offers a profound re-examination of God's paternal nature, a theme deeply woven into the fabric of Scripture. The song centers on the unwavering goodness and perfect love of our heavenly Father, portraying Him as a source of unshakeable truth and enduring affection. This message resonates powerfully with biblical narratives that repeatedly highlight God’s fatherly care for His people. Consider the prophet Isaiah’s declaration, "Yet you, Lord, are our Father; our Redeemer from of old is your name" (Isaiah 63:16), a verse that echoes the song's core assertion of God as our eternal Father. Furthermore, the Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Ephesians, urges believers to recognize God's role in providing for them: "For this reason I bow my knees to the Father from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named" (Ephesians 3:14-15). This theological underpinning is precisely what “Good Good Father” seeks to awaken in the listener, reminding us that our identity and security are rooted in this benevolent divine relationship. The song beautifully articulates the comfort found in knowing that despite our imperfections and the world's inconsistencies, God’s character remains eternally good, a truth exemplified in Jesus’ teaching to seek His kingdom first, trusting that all needs will be met because of His fatherly provision (Matthew 6:33). The unwavering faithfulness of God, as depicted in the song, aligns with the psalmist's assurance, "For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever; his faithfulness extends to all generations" (Psalm 100:5). This is not merely a pleasant sentiment, but a foundational truth that transforms our perspective on life’s challenges, encouraging a posture of trust and surrender, knowing that our Father's goodness is the ultimate reality.