Story Behind The Song
Tribute to Joe Klieber - "Papa Joe" Vietnam Veteran and Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient.
| Song Length |
3:19 |
Genre |
Rock - Classic |
Lyrics
Papa Joe was an all American man
Raised on the dirt of his family's land
A small town farm boy reaching for the skies
But oh how his grandkids lit up his eyes
Oh Papa Joe calm and cool
Taught us heart was the strongest tool
With dry humor and a soothing tone
He built a legacy carved in stone
Traded his tractor for a cockpit seat
Army wings made his life complete
Nation's highest flying medal pinned on his chest
But he never bragged he just did his best
Oh Papa Joe calm and cool
Taught us heart was the strongest tool
With dry humor and a soothing tone
He built a legacy carved in stone
Loved like a lion his pride so vast
Calm in the storm his strength would last
We'd huddle close at the sound of his voice
Every story was the real McCoy
Oh Papa Joe calm and wise
Taught us stars are worth the skies
With warm tales and a lion's light
He made our cloudy days feel bright