What Really Mattered the Most
Lyrics By: Thomas W. Peterson AKA RedHeart 
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Verse 1 I used to chase that dollar, always one step behind, Counting every minute like I could buy more time. Kept my eyes on the next big thing, thought that’s what life’s about, But I see it clearer now… yeah, I see it clearer now.

Chorus It wasn’t the truck I drove or the house on that hill, Or the trophies I lined up on my windowsill. It was coffee in the morning, laughter at the coast, A hand to hold through the highs and the lows. The love, the smiles, the Sunday toast — That’s what really mattered the most.

Verse 2 I missed a few birthdays, too many little league games, Always said “next time,” but next time never came. Mama’s calls went to voicemail, said I’d call her right back, Now I’d give the world for one more chat.

Chorus It wasn’t the truck I drove or the house on that hill, Or the trophies I lined up on my windowsill. It was coffee in the morning, laughter at the coast, A hand to hold through the highs and the lows. The love, the smiles, the Sunday toast — That’s what really mattered the most.

Bridge Now I sit on this front porch swing, Watching the sunset paint its wings. If I could go back, I’d slow it all down, And stay right there where life was found.

Verse 3 Mama’s cookin’ in the kitchen, smell of biscuits fills the air, Dad and I go fishin’, just a pole and folding chair. Family gathered ‘round the table, laughter rollin’ like the tide, From holidays to summer drives, they’re the best days of my life.


Final Chorus (softer, then builds) It’s not the truck I drove or the house on that hill, It’s the hugs, the prayers, the time to just be still. It’s the moments we live and the hearts we hold close, The simple things that mean the most. Now I finally know what I almost lost… That’s what really mattered the most.

Outro (spoken or soft sung) Yeah… that’s what really mattered the most.



What Really Mattered The Most 10-22-25

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