I don’t want you growing up to be me Given everything to chase my dreams You don’t have to worry yet I can hold you close When she throws away your teenage heart When you pass the test but crash the car Big boys have to cry sometimes It’s okay if you do
If you need me, I’m here Just gonna love you the best that I can And if you call me at 4 AM I’ll be there, I’ll be right there
So go and tear this world apart ‘Cause I know you’ll do it With your momma’s heart And all that I ask is don’t grow up to be me Grow up to be you
I know that I’ll catch you stealing liquour from me ‘Cause I remember doing the same at sixteen Wake you on the bathroom floor Make sure you’re alright
‘Cause when you need me, I’m here When you get in trouble I’ll steer you clear And when you call me for a lift home I’ll be there, I’ll be right there
So go and tear this world apart ‘Cause I know you’ll do it with your momma’s heart And all that I ask is don’t grow up to be me Grow up to be you If you get lost among the stars Don’t forget you’ve always got your momma’s heart And I don’t wanna push you, whatever you do Grow up to be you
Now there’s a reason and a rhyme for most things But you should try to find your own in everything And take your time, there’s no rush to grow up
So go and tear this world apart ‘Cause I know you’ll do it with your momma’s heart And all that I ask is don’t grow up to be me Grow up to be you If you get lost among the stars Don’t forget you’ve always got your momma’s heart And I don’t wanna push you, whatever you do Grow up to be you No, I don’t want to push you, whatever you do Grow up to be you