Music and Lyrics: John Francisco and Nick Davio
Arrangement: John Francisco and Nick Davio
lyrics
Listen, child, my darling,
Listen to me, dear,
I know you feel hopeless-
Never fear.
When you have lost your way, dear,
When all your hope is gone,
I will be waiting right here
Ready to cheer you on.
You’re going to fail,
You’re going to fall,
That’s part of life, it’s true.
Still you must try,
Just risk it all,
And know I believe in you.
And when you’re no longer here, dear,
When you have journeyed on,
My heart will still be cheering
Even when you are gone.
Even when I am gone,
My love will cheer you on.
credits
from The Ballad of the Itsy Bitsy Spider and Other Surprises,
released December 1, 2019
Vocals: John Francisco and Nick Davio
Guitar: Nick Davio
Piano: Nick Davio
Strings: Sixto Franco Chorda
Recording engineer: Charlie Malave
Mixing/Mastering: Daniel Durrett
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