KB - Daddy Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1: Dayshawnx
The scars that you left behind with me
Left me so messed up I don't know how to be free
When you left, you took my security
Now I can't give my heart away; it's too scary
Even if she shows me she trusts me
I can't trust enough to know she won't hurt me
Refrain: Dayshawnx
Like you did, like you did
Like you did, daddy
Verse 2: KB
Did you know I've been to therapy?
"Abandonment" is the word she used for me
But at least I've named the thing that hinders me
Now I can finally find a way to live in peace
So no more excuses here from me
It's time to move on and let you be
Refrain: KB
Like you did, like you did
Like you did, daddy
Verse 3: Dayshawnx & KB
Did you know I found the love of my life?
Did you know I lost the love of my life?
Did you know I have a son in my life? (Oh-oh-oh)
Did you know we almost lost his life? (Oh-oh-oh)
Did you know I remember the day? (Oh-oh-oh)
Remember the year and my age (Oh-oh-oh)
Did you know I remember Mom's face? (Oh-oh-oh)
The way she cried will never be erased
Refrain: Dayshawnx
From my head, from my head
From my head, daddy (Ooh-ooh ah-ah)
Bridge: KB
Yeah (Oh-oh-oh)
Daddy, don't you worry
We're all on a journey
Daddy, don't you " (Oh-oh-oh)
Are you ever proud of me?
Do you ever smile at me?
My boys, they won't ever feel this pain (Oh-oh-oh)
I could not replace you, uh
Though I prayed to
Daddy, did you " (Oh-oh-oh)
Daddy, did you know?
Know how much I missed you (Missed you)
I still do
But, daddy, I'll let go (Oh-oh-oh)
Let go (Oh-oh-oh)
Daddy, I'm fine
I'm a man now
Let go (Ah)
Outro: Dayshawnx
I forgive, I forgive
I forgive you, daddy, ah, yeah
Video
KB, Dayshawnx - Daddy (Official Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
KB's powerful track "Daddy," featuring Dayshawnx, arrived on August 11, 2023, offering a resonant exploration of fatherhood, both human and divine. More than just a song, it functions as a sonic reflection on identity, belonging, and the profound security found in a perfect Heavenly Father, particularly when earthly father figures may have fallen short or been absent. The core message delves into the ache of paternal wounds and the ultimate healing and affirmation discovered in God's unfailing love and constant presence. It speaks to the deep human need for validation and acceptance from a father, tracing the longing back to its ultimate fulfillment in relationship with God. The song captures the tension between the imperfections of human relationships and the flawless character of the Divine Father, presenting the latter as the true source of security and inheritance.
Musically, "Daddy" provides a fitting backdrop for its weighty theme. The production lays down a thoughtful, atmospheric beat that allows KB's introspective and sometimes raw delivery to shine. His flow is deliberate, carrying the weight of the narrative with authenticity. Dayshawnx adds another layer, likely providing a vocal or lyrical perspective that complements KB's main thesis, perhaps through a melodic hook or a verse that further emphasizes the journey from brokenness to belonging. The combined artistry creates a space for introspection, inviting anyone who has wrestled with issues of fatherhood, identity, or worth to connect with the message. It’s clear the song is crafted not just for listening, but for contemplating profound truths about who we are and whose we are.
The true power of "Daddy" is amplified when viewed through the lens of Scripture. The Bible consistently presents God as the ultimate Father figure, offering a level of love, protection, and provision that no earthly parent can perfectly replicate. For instance, the song's exploration of identity finds a strong echo in passages like Ephesians 1:4-5, which tells us that God chose us and predestined us for adoption as His children through Christ, establishing our belonging before the world even began. Romans 8:15 speaks of receiving "the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry out, 'Abba! Father!'" This intimate address, "Abba," is precisely the kind of close, trusting relationship the song points to as being available in God. Even for those who experienced difficult earthly father-son or father-daughter relationships, Psalm 27:10 offers solace, stating, "Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me." This underscores the song's underlying hope: that God's fatherhood is constant and perfect where human fatherhood can be inconsistent or absent. The inheritance mentioned in the song, a key aspect of a child's relationship with a father, is biblically significant; Romans 8:16-17 confirms that because we are God's children, we are also heirs – heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ. Thus, "Daddy" masterfully brings these deep scriptural realities to bear on the lived human experience, transforming potential pain points into points of connection with the ultimate source of love, acceptance, and eternal security. It serves as an uplifting reminder that regardless of our earthly story, we have a Father in heaven who calls us His own, offering unfailing love and an identity rooted in His grace.