I am dreaming tonight of an old southern town
And the best friend that I ever had
For I've grown so weary of roaming around
I'm going home to my dad
Your hair has turned to silver
And I know you're failing too
Daddy dear old daddy
I'm coming back to you
You made my childhood happy
But still I longed to roam
I've had my way but now I'll stay
I long for you and for home
Dear daddy you shared all my sorrows and joys
You tried hard to bring me up right
I know you'll still be one of the boys
I'm starting back home tonight
Your hair has turned to silver
And I know you're failing too
Daddy dear old daddy
I'm coming back to you
You made my childhood happy
But still I longed to roam
I've had my way but now I'll stay
I long for you and for home
I've had my way but now I'll stay
I long for you and for home