On Grandad's porch with a worn-out swing
He taught me things that life would bring
Said, Always act with an honest heart
That's the way to make a good start
With hands calloused from years of toil
He'd plant the seeds in rich, brown soil
Work hard, my dear, and you'll find
That every effort shapes your mind
Grandad's wisdom, simple and true
In everything I say and do
Love and honesty lead the way
Heaven knows, it's how we pray
In evenings round the firelight glow
Stories of love he'd often show
Respect the one who holds your hand
That's how you'll truly understand
He'd play his fiddle, so pure and bright
In those tunes, I'd find delight
Taught me to cherish moments small
They'll make life the grandest of all
Grandad's wisdom, simple and true
In everything I say and do
Love and honesty lead the way
Heaven knows, it's how we pray
In evenings round the firelight glow
Stories of love he'd often show
Respect the one who holds your hand
That's how you'll truly understand
He'd play his fiddle, so pure and bright
In those tunes, I'd find delight
Taught me to cherish moments small
They'll make life the grandest of all
Grandad's wisdom, simple and true
In everything I say and do
Love and honesty lead the way
Heaven knows, it's how we pray
Heaven knows, it's how we pray