Verse 1
       A              D                  A
I was there when you drew the breath of life
            A
And I could hear your voice
     D                    E
The first time that you cried
      A
And though you couldn't see me
C#          D
I was very near
             A                   E7           A
And there's something now that I want you to hear

Chorus
          A           D           A
You will always be a child in my eyes
              A
And when you need some love
    D             E
My arms are open wide
     A
And even when you're growing old
   C#          D
I hope you realize
           A           E          A
You will always be a child in my eyes

Verse 2
And I was there the first time that you prayed
And I heard all the promises you made
And when you fell before me
Crying father I have sinned
I picked you up and held you close again