IT TAKES A VILLAGE (Cooper/Jones)
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Son, I never had enough time with you
You felt the sting, I know it’s true
You longed to connect with me back then
So, here’s the why, the how, the when

I worked two jobs after your mom had gone
But you weren’t alone, you always had someone
Like old Miss Jean who’d make you tea
And read stories to help you sleep

I carried the load the best I knew
But it took more than just me and you

It takes a village to raise a child
To calm the storms and walk the miles
A patchwork quilt of borrowed hearts
Each one stitched a vital part
Not ‘cause I didn’t care enough
But life was hard, and times were tough
Although I do the best I can
It takes a village, you understand

There was Sophie down the street with paints and glue
She’d sit for hours making stars with you
And your cousin who would make up games 
Was your best friend through those early days

I taught you everything I knew
But you needed more than I could do

It takes a village to raise a child
To calm the storms and walk the miles
A patchwork quilt of borrowed hearts
Each one stitched a vital part
Not ‘cause I didn’t care enough
But life was hard, and times were tough
Although I do the best I can
It takes a village, you understand

Now you’re seeking truth, your voice, your name
And feeling like you need someone to blame
But take a breath and maybe see
How precious you’ve always been to me 

It takes a village to raise a child
To calm the storms and walk the miles
A patchwork quilt of borrowed hearts
Each one stitched a vital part
Not ‘cause I didn’t care enough
But life was hard, and times were tough
Although I do the best I can
It takes a village, you understand
To raise a boy and make a man


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