Lyrics

(Verse 1)
Pulled up slow in my Sunday best
Heart beatin' loud underneath my chest
He was out back, workin' on his fence
Wipin' sweat and sizing up what's next

I cleared my throat, tried to stand up straight
Said, "Sir, I hope I'm not too late
I ain't got much but I've got plans
And I came to ask for her hand"

(Chorus)
And Daddy said yes, with a tear in his eye
Said, "Boy, she's my world, my reason why"
"You treat her right and love her true
And I'll be proud to give her to you"
That old-school man, he didn't say much
But in that moment, he gave me his trust
Yeah, I'll never forget that sweet success
The day Daddy said yes

(Verse 2)
Fast forward now to her walkin' down
The church all lit in this little town
He shook my hand, then stepped aside
Whispered, "Go on, son -- she's all yours tonight"

(Chorus)
'Cause Daddy said yes, with pride in his smile
He'd seen us grow through every mile
"You treat her right and love her true
And I'll be proud to give her to you"
That strong old man in a suit and vest
Gave away more than I could've guessed
Yeah, my whole world changed with one small breath
The day Daddy said yes

(Bridge)
And someday when I've got a girl of my own
I'll stand where he stood, let her go when she's grown
And when some young man shows up with hope in his eyes
I'll think of that day and say the same with pride

(Final Chorus)
"Son, I say yes" -- with love in my voice
"She's got your heart now, you be her choice"
"You treat her right and love her true
Like I've tried my whole life to do"
That full-circle moment, God knows it's blessed
Thanks to one quiet man who gave me his best
Yeah, my forever began with one soft breath--
The day Daddy said yes