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Stay Home Dad

DAD-D - Stay Home Dad

TRACKS:

1. All I Ever Wanted 3:31
2. You Get What You Get 2:44
3. Get Back Up 2:16
4. Let's Make a Move 2:39
5. Crush Collection 2:37
6. Planet Hop (The Floor is Lava) 3:56
7. Now You Eating Sugar 1:50
8. Anti-Bullying 1:54
9. My Amazing Day 2:31
10. Chicken Chores 1:48
11. Music 2:35
12. 66 Days 3:26
13. Humble and Kind 3:28

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ABOUT ALBUM

This album is less a record than a letter, written in rhythm instead of ink, and read aloud. Across thirteen tracks, a father hands down everything he’s studied and lived — martial-arts discipline, the quiet math of a 66-day habit, the difference between reacting and choosing, the kind of strength that never has to raise its voice — and lets his son say it back to him, and to the world. What could have stayed a private philosophy, whispered between a parent and a child on the way to school or on a long car ride, becomes something Kingston can hold, replay, and grow into.

It doesn’t stay solemn for long, because childhood doesn’t. The same album that teaches balance through “the floor is lava” also clears space for chicken chores at sunrise, an innocent crush collection, sugar-fueled dance breaks, and the joyful chaos of just being young. That’s the truth at the center of this project: wisdom and play were never opposites. A boy can learn patience from a dojo and gratitude from a bad day and still just want to dance. Both belong in the same body, the same voice, the same record.

What makes it hit different is who’s speaking. These aren’t lessons written about a child — they’re lessons written with him and tagged with his voice, so that one day Kingston can play this back and hear proof of who he already was: humble, kind, resilient, curious, loved on purpose and on record. A father’s philosophy, made audible. A son’s voice, made permanent.

Artist: DAD-D
Label: Stay Home Dad LLC

AVAILABLE LYRICS

All I Ever Wanted

Yeah...
Dreams bigger than the block we came from,
But it’s still love when I circle back...
Stay Home Dad, Jerry—uh, we talkin’ legacy now.

All I ever wanted was a little more shine,
Turn the pain to the power, put my name on the line.
From the bottom to the top, yeah I’m destined to climb,
If you feel me, put your hands up—this moment is mine.

Came up where the nights felt colder than the days,
Mama praying hard, hope I find a better way.
Used to write rhymes just to keep from the rage,
Now the same words got me center stage.

Every setback just a setup for the win,
I was down bad, had to dig it from within.
Life’s a chess game, gotta move with the spin,
Now I’m checkmate, can’t box me in.

See the scars? That’s proof I’m alive,
Made mistakes, but they taught me to thrive.
Every “no” just a step to the prize,
Now the whole world singin’ my lines—let’s ride.

All I ever wanted was a little more shine,
Turn the pain to the power, put my name on the line.
From the bottom to the top, yeah I’m destined to climb,
If you feel me, put your hands up—this moment is mine.

It’s for the kid with a dream in his backpack,
Tryna write bars, play ball, or just snap back.
For the ones clockin’ in, wantin’ more than the paycheck,
Keep goin’, your moment’s on the way—bet.

For the queens holdin’ it down with the grace,
For the fathers tryna show their kids a better place.
For the hustlers, believers, the ones they doubt,
We the voices of the future, let’s scream it out loud.

They ain’t believe, but I knew it in my soul,
Turn the losses to the lessons, that’s how champions grow.
And I’ma take it farther than they thought I’d ever go—
Legacy, legacy, watch the whole world know.

All I ever wanted was a little more shine,
Turn the pain to the power, put my name on the line.
From the bottom to the top, yeah I’m destined to climb,
If you feel me, put your hands up—this moment is mine.

You Get What You Get

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
Life ain’t always perfect, boy, that’s the bet.
Smile through the storm, dance in the rain,
Turn every lil’ loss to a win in your brain.

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
Shake it off quick, don’t carry no regret.
Grateful for the moment, living with respect,
You get what you get, you get what you get.

Some days sunshine, some days pain,
Some days you feel wild, some days you feel drained.
But attitude golden, mindset king,
Gratitude is power — that’s a real-life thing.

Don’t cry over stakes when the plate ain’t set,
Work with what you got, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.
You could make a feast with a crumb and a dream,
It’s all in the hustle, the focus, the team.

The world don’t owe you nothin’,
But the world gon’ show you somethin’.
Keep your heart wide open,
And your spirit stay golden.

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
Life ain’t always perfect, boy, that’s the bet.
Smile through the storm, dance in the rain,
Turn every lil’ loss to a win in your brain.

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
Shake it off quick, don’t carry no regret.
Grateful for the moment, living with respect,
You get what you get, you get what you get.

People gon’ talk, but talk is cheap,
Wolves don’t stress what the little dogs speak.
Stay in your lane, stay on your feet,
Keep love in your pocket and fire in the beat.

If the plan backfire, don’t throw no fit,
Just breathe, pivot, bounce back quick.
Life’s like a game, only real ones win,
By losing with class, then trying again.

Turn every “no” into fuel,
Turn every fall into cool.
Turn every mess to a move,
That’s how a king improves.

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
Every day’s a lesson, every day’s a step.
Thankful for the journey, nothing I regret,
You get what you get, you get what you get.

Head high, chest out, big smile, no sweat.
Life gon’ throw curveballs —
I ain’t done yet.

You get what you get, don’t get upset,
I’m grateful, I’m growing —
That’s how kings are set.

Get Back Up

Yeah!
Ayy, ayy-
Don’t trip, get lit!
Let’s go!

I fell down, hit the ground like boom!
Got back up, made space in the room.
Little wobble, little shake, lil’ zoom-
Now I’m dancing ’cause the beat go boom-boom!

Don’t cry-nah, brush it off real quick,
Take one breath, then bounce back lit.
Life gon’ trip you, that’s part of the script,
But you stand right up with a brand-new drip.

Bend ya knees - pop, pop!
Drop low - don’t stop!
Get back up - on top!
Now shake that beat ’til the beat go bop!

Stop... look... around...
Feet on the ground, then jump to the sound!
If you fall again, don’t make no fuss-
Get back up ’cause you strong like us!

Slipped on the floor-whoops-okay, I’m good,
Walked it off like a boss in the neighborhood.
Little scratch? Yeah cool, understood-
We get tough every fall, now that’s real growth, look!
Tilt to the left-hey!

Tilt to the right-hey!
Do a lil’ spin ’cause you’re feelin’ alright.
Fell two times? Aight, that’s life-
Stand up tall, lemme see that fight.

Bend ya knees - pop, pop!
Drop low - don’t stop!
Get back up - on top!
Now shake that beat ’til the beat go bop!

Stop... look... around...
Feet on the ground, then jump to the sound!
If you fall again, don’t make no fuss -
Get back up ’cause you strong like us!

“Who gets up?”
“WE GET UP!”
“Who stays strong?”
“WE STAY STRONG!”
“Who gon’ dance?”
“ALL DAY LONG!”
“Then move that beat-come on!”

Bend ya knees - pop, pop!
Drop low - don’t stop!
Get back up - on top!
Now shake that beat ’til the beat go bop!

Stop... look... around...
Feet on the ground, then jump to the sound!
You fell? So what? That’s part of the rush-
Get back up ’cause you built like us!

Let's Make a Move

Ooooh yeah...
We outside...
Adventure time!
Let’s go, let’s go—hey!

Let’s make a move! (Ayy!)
Pack your bag, lace your shoes (let’s go!)
We can dance, or we can cruise
Every day’s an adventure—what you wanna do? (Woo!)

Let’s make a move! (Yeah!)
Spin around, bust a groove (bust a groove!)
Hiking trail or a party room
Either way, we dance AND we make a move!

Step left, step right (yeah)
Feel good, sunlight (woo!)
Got my backpack tight
Ready for the hike, we climbin’ heights

Or we hit the movies, popcorn bright
Or a music show where the stars shine bright
Or a birthday party—colorful lights
We movin’ our feet like we takin’ flight

Everywhere we go, we slide
Today’s adventure worldwide
Grab your friends, we all outside
Dancin’ while we’re on this ride

Let’s make a move! (Ayy!)
Pack your bag, lace your shoes (let’s go!)
We can dance, or we can cruise
Every day’s an adventure—what you wanna do?

Let’s make a move! (Yeah!)
Spin around, bust a groove (bust a groove!)
Hiking trail or a party room
Either way, we dance AND we make a move!

Let’s go hiking—big trees, big air
Nature all around us everywhere
Or we go downtown—music in the square
Lights on the stage, hands in the air

Or we pull up to the roller rink glide (skrrt)
Dancin’ while the wheels slide
Energy low? Nah—never inside
We hype all day, we got joy worldwide

Make a move to the left (left!)
Make a move to the right (right!)
Make a move when we travel
Make a move when we dance tonight

Make a move with your heart (heart!)
Make a move with your crew (crew!)
Adventure starts when you take that step
So whatchu wanna do? (Do!)

Let’s make a move! (Ayy!)
Pack your bag, lace your shoes (let’s go!)
We can dance, or we can cruise
Every day’s an adventure—what you wanna do?

Let’s make a move! (Yeah!)
Spin around, bust a groove (bust a groove!)
Hiking trail or a party room
Either way, we dance AND we make a move!

We outside...
Adventure time...
Let’s make a move
And bust a move—same time!

Crush Collection

Yeah...
Ayy...
I don’t have a crush...
I got a whole collection...

I don’t have a crush, I got a collection,
Too many smiles, I can’t make selections.
Every time they wave, I feel that connection,
Heart do a flip - need love protection.

I don’t have a crush, I got a collection,
Young love swag with the right affection.
They say who you like? I need directions-
’Cause my lil’ heart got no correction.

I like the girl that laughs too loud,
And the one that’s shy when she’s in a crowd.
And the one that runs fast on the playground too,
And the one that draws hearts with a purple hue.

Got one that braids beads in her hair,
One that always wins truth or dare.
I don’t choose, man, it’s complicated-
Too many crushes, I’m overwhelmed and rated!

Every time they pass me by,
My lil’ heartbeat multiplies.
Mom said “boy, you too young,”
But my lil’ heart said “nah, this fun!”

I don’t have a crush, I got a collection,
Too many smiles, I can’t make selections...
I don’t have a crush, I got a collection,
Too many smiles, I can’t make selections...

Got a crush on the one who skates real smooth,
And the one who knows every TikTok move.
And the girl who sings with the sweetest tone,
And the one who texts back with the laughing emoji phone.

One that loves math - she too smart,
One that draws comics - pure art.
Every single one make my day feel bright,
How I got this many crushes? - I don’t know, alright?

I’m tryna keep it simple but my list too long,
innocent feelings got me writing whole songs.
I ain’t choosing one - that’s too much stress,
I just save all they names in my chest...
In my collection...

I don’t have a crush, I got a collection,
Too many smiles, I can’t make selections...

Planet Hop (The Floor is Lava)

Okay astronauts...
Everybody ready?
The floor is lava in 3... 2... 1...

Breathe in...
Breathe out...
Jump now!

Don’t touch down the lava hot
Jump from planet to the dot
One small step then take your time
Strong feet make a strong mind

Red moon
Blue star
You already made it far

Tiny feet but giant dreams
Nothing harder than it seems

If you wobble that’s okay
Balance grow a different way
Every jump you learn control
Every game build up your soul

Slow feet
Strong mind
Take your time
You’ll be fine

If you fall
Get back up
That’s how little stars grow up

Breathe in
Breathe out
That’s what courage all about

The floor is lava
Don’t touch down
Jump to Saturn
Spin around

The floor is lava
Don’t lose focus
Every little step
Helps you grow strong

Planet hopping
Side to side
Confidence you cannot hide

The floor is lava
Yes it’s true
But brave little hearts break through

Jump jump breathe now
Jump jump breathe now

One foot
Two feet
Heartbeat with the drum beat

Jump jump breathe now
Jump jump breathe now

Strong legs
Calm mind
That’s how stars shine

Mama cheering from the side
Daddy say enjoy the ride
Cousins dancing through the room
Living room become the moon

Careful where you place your feet
Sometimes slow can still compete
Big rewards take balance first
Moving fast can make it worse

When you scared don’t run away
Breathe and try another way
Practice make your body smarter
Little by little you go farther

Suave suave no te caiga’
La lava sube no te distraiga

Pie derecho
Pie izquierdo
Balance primero después el vuelo

Respira
Brinca
Respira
Brinca

Poquito a poco se aprende mejor
El miedo se baja cuando hay control

Brinca brinca por la sala
No se toca nunca la lava

Saturno
Marte
Todos brincan con arte

The lava!
The lava!
Don’t touch the lava!

The lava!
The lava!
Everybody balance!

One step!
Two step!
Breathe now!
Don’t slip!

One jump!
Big jump!
Careful!
Don’t rush!

Planet hop!
Planet hop!
Strong feet!
Don’t stop!

Every little jump make your body smarter
Every little fall make your balance harder

When your heart beat fast inside
Take one breath don’t run and hide

Calm feet
Calm mind
Now your body in control

Tiny astronauts grow bold
One brave jump can change your world

The floor is lava
Don’t touch down
Everybody planet hopping now

The floor is lava
Hands up high
Little astronauts touching the sky

Jump jump breathe now
Jump jump breathe now

Strong feet
Calm mind
That’s how stars shine

Now You Eating Sugar

Yeah— now you eatin’ sugar!
Yeah— now you eatin’ sugar!
Do it with your friends like— uh, uh, uh!
Bounce wit’ it— uh, uh, uh!

Lil’ man hype, whole squad in the back,
Snack in his hand and he still don’t lack.
Jump real quick, then slide real smooth,
Do the lil’ bop-now hit that groove.

Sugar got him wild, but he keep it clean,
Dancin’ with his friends like a lil’ machine.
Step two times-clap, clap-freeze,
Drop that shoulder like “cheeeeese!”


Now you eatin’ sugar-YUP!
Dancin’ with your friends-YUP!
Do that lil’ bounce-YUP!
Do it once again-YUP!

Now you eatin’ sugar-WOO!
Spinnin’ like a top-WOO!
When the beat go BOOM —
Everybody DROP! POP-POP-POP!

Kick left, kick right,
Do the lil’ hop— take flight.
Hands in the air-feel that beat,
Now stomp two times like “STOMP, STOMP, FEET!”

Whole block move when the kids go crazy,
Bouncin' so wild make the playground shaky.
Mom in the back like “that’s my son,”
Grandma jumpin’ in like “lemme get some!”

You say SUGAR!
Kids say SUGAR!
You say DANCE!
Kids say DANCE!
You say FRIENDS!
Kids say FRIENDS!
Now bounce— AGAIN!

Now you eatin’ sugar-YUP!
Dancin’ with your friends-YUP!
Bounce with the rhythm-YUP!
Do it once again-YUP!
Now you eatin’ sugar-WOO!
Feelin’ like a star-WOO!
Hit that lil’ shimmy
Then you blast off... RAH!

Anti-Bullying

(Clap... Clap... Clap... Clap)
Yeah, uh-huh...
We don’t bully... we build each other up...
Woo! (Clap... Clap... Clap... Clap)

I’m an anti-bullying specialist (woo!)
Liftin’ up my friends, that’s the way we live (yeah)
Kindness strong, it’s the best defense (best defense)
Love is louder, that’s the message we give (woo!)

If somebody’s mean, I don’t match that tone (nah)
I walk away strong, yeah I stand on my own (own)
Confidence high, like a king on the throne (woo!)
Words can hurt, but they can also grow (grow)

See a classmate down? I step in and say (say)
“Everybody matters, we all shine today” (today)
That’s respect in action, you know the way (the way)
Together we shine, yeah we light up the day (light up!)

What do we do? (Stand up tall!)
What do we say? (Kindness for all!)
Who do we tell? (Teacher or friend!)
Bullying stops when we all defend! (Woo!)

Specialist...
Ignore the hate, let it fade like air (air!)
Find an adult, let ‘em know, they care (care!)

Stick with friends, yeah the power’s right there (there!)
Kind words win, spread love everywhere (woo!)
Don’t stay silent, speak up, be brave (brave!)
Helpin’ one another, that’s the way we save (save!)

Every single voice got a role to play (play!)
Together we rise, that’s the better way (woo!)

I’m an anti-bullying specialist (woo!)
Liftin’ up my friends, that’s the way we live (yeah)
Kindness strong, it’s the best defense (best defense)
Love is louder, that’s the message we give (woo!)

Stand up tall...
don’t back down...
Respect the vibe,
spread love around...

We shine brighter, when kindness wins...

Stand up tall...
don’t back down...
Respect the vibe,
spread love around...

We shine brighter, when kindness wins...

My Amazing Day

Woke up early in the morning,
’Bout a quarter to six.
Wash my face, tie my laces,
Yeah, I’m ready to switch.

Got my water in my bottle,
Got my mind on my goals,
’Cause when you start your day with purpose
Man, it spark up your soul.

Move a little, sweat a little,
Brains wake up when you try.
Breathe deep, stretch big,
Touch the stars in the sky.

Write it down, clear your mind,
Let your worries float by…
This the blueprint for a good day —
Watch me give it a try.

It’s my amazing day,
I do it step-by-step my way.
Wake up, move, reflect, then play,
Yeah, I’m building good habits today.

It’s my amazing day,
From sunrise ’til the stars come out,
I follow my routine, no doubt —
That’s what this day’s about.

Read a page, take a note,
Let my heart fill with joy.
Spend time with my family,
No screens, no noise.

At school I’m focused,
At home I’m cool,
I make time for the things
That make me me-that’s the rule.

Eat right, think right,
Let the sunshine in.
I can rest, I can play,
Then the night begins.

Turn the lights down low,
Do my journal before bed…
Every lesson that I learned today
Goes right in my head.

It’s my amazing day,
I do it step-by-step my way.
Wake up, move, reflect, then play,
Yeah, I’m building good habits today.

It’s my amazing day,
From sunrise ’til the stars come out,
I follow my routine, no doubt —
That’s what this day’s about.

Wake up.
Move smart.
Think bright.
Live heart.
That’s an amazing day.

Chicken Chores

“Yeah… Chi Chi in the backyard — sunrise story.
Coop clean, vibes dirty... Ha-ha.”

I’m out back doin’ chicken chores (chores)
Feedin’ the hens, they flock to the boy (boy)
Talkin’ ’bout feed, but they peep that voice (voice)
Every little cluck sound bring me joy (joy)

Wake up early, grab that grain (grain)
Boots on clean, sunshine no rain (rain)
Couple chicks chirpin’, tryna catch my frame (frame)
Sayin’, “Boy, you fresh,” I’m just doin’ my thing (thing)

They say, “Chi Chi, how you keep ’em calm?” (calm)
I just play soft tunes, bit of Sunday charm (charm)
Never ruffle feathers, I just lead the flock (flock)
Keep the peace, keep the pen unlocked (unlocked)

“I ain’t sayin’ I’m the rooster or nothin’, but when I pull up with that grain bucket — they know what time it is.”

I’m out back doin’ chicken chores (chores)
Feedin’ the hens, they flock to the boy (boy)
Talkin’ ’bout feed, but they peep that voice (voice)
Every little cluck sound bring me joy (joy)

Feathers fly... sunrise high... Another day, another vibe.

Music

Yeah!
Stay Home Dad in the building
Jerry on the mic
Music time, let’s go!

Music is a language everybody can speak
Seven little notes make the magic you seek
Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti
Back to Do — now sing with me

Step by step we build the sound
That’s how every song gets found
Happy tunes, sad ones too
Same notes, just a different groove

Music is science, music is art
Music is feeling straight from the heart
Learn it, play it, write it too
Stay Home Dad — Jerry teaching you

Stack some notes and let ‘em ring
That’s a chord — hear how it sing
Three notes working side by side
That’s harmony, enjoy the ride

Bright chord, dark chord, mix and match
Build a song from scratch
Put ‘em together, now you see
That’s how you build a melody

Music is science, music is art
Music is feeling straight from the heart
Learn it, play it, write it too
Stay Home Dad — Jerry teaching you

Clap your hands, stomp your feet
That’s rhythm dancing in the beat
Count it out, nice and clear
1, 2, 3, 4 — right here

Fast or slow, feel the pace
That’s the tempo in the race
Music moves you, makes you play
Feel the rhythm every day

Verses tell stories, hooks make fun
Bridge takes off like a rocket run
Change the key, change the sound
Music joy is all around

Rules help you learn the way
Then you make your own someday
Music school but super cool
That’s how kids become the jewels

Do Re Mi, sing with me
Music is for family
Dream big, start today
Stay Home Dad — Jerry leads the way
Yeah!

66 Days

Rise up... rise up...
Greatness don’t grow in one sunrise.
It take sixty-six days...
and a lion heart inside.

Every morning I rise, open up my eyes,
Give thanks for the breath and the blessing in disguise.
They say habits take time-that’s the truth, no lies,
Sixty-six days ’til the old self dies.

Mindset sharpen like a warrior blade,
Heartset glowing like a love well-made.
Healthset steady, keep the body unstayed,
Soulset whisper, “Don’t be afraid.”

Step by step, day by day,
Little by little we find our way.
Sunrise call and I obey —
Greatness grows when you steady your sway.

Sixty-six days, mi build it brick by brick,
Morning after morning, discipline does the trick.
Sixty-six days, transforming how I live,
Move with intention, give what I have to give.

Yeah
He ain’t fightin’ the world, he fightin’ himself
Hands steady, heart calm, put the pride on the shelf
Learn the power in the pause, in the breath, in the stance
You don’t swing just to swing — you strike when you can

Humble and kind, yeah, the code engraved
Patience make the strongest warriors brave
He don’t roar for attention, he move with intent
Real power is control — every lesson cemented

Little gi, little belt, but his spirit heavyweight
Mind sharper than the kick, let the discipline elevate
Sensei talkin’ with the silence, every motion got meaning
One day of real guidance beat a thousand days dreamin’

He learnin’ balance before force, learn the calm before storm
Eyes see every direction, body ready to transform
Heart same as heaven and earth, moon and sun in his veins
When emotions get loud, he don’t let ‘em run the game

I told him strength ain’t loud, it don’t bark, it don’t boast
It’s the quiet confidence, knowin’ when not to approach
You don’t strike out of anger, you don’t move out of fear
Timing beats power — opportunity clear

He ain’t fightin’ the world, he fightin’ himself
Hands steady, heart calm, put the pride on the shelf
Learn the power in the pause, in the breath, in the stance
You don’t swing just to swing — you strike when you can

I see the man he becoming in the way that he bows
Respect before ego, yeah that’s taught in the dojo now
Love and patience make impossible bend
Every loss just a lesson, every win just a step

Do all the good that you can, every place, every time
Even when nobody watchin’, character shine
He listen in all directions, vision wide like the sky
When it’s time to apply pressure, he precise, not wild

From the breath to the stance, from the mat to the mind
Teach him power got rules, teach him strength got a spine
I don’t raise him to fight — I raise him to choose
When to walk, when to wait, when to move, when to move


Yeah
He learnin’ the pause is louder than rage
The calm wins the war, every chapter, every page
When the moment arrives, he already prepared
Real fighters don’t rush — they aware

Humble and kind, yeah the words on the wall
But the lessons in motion when he answers the call
Self-control over chaos, discipline over desire
That’s the real Eye of the Tiger — quiet fire

Four empires rise inna mi core —
Mind, Heart, Health, Soul forevermore.
Sixty-six days ’til the chains all break,
A new life born every dawn I wake.

Mindset teach me how to aim my light,
Heartset show me how to love on sight.
Healthset balance keep my body upright,

Soulset tell me, “Child, walk gentle but fight.”
Every sunrise a promise,
Every journal line honest,
Every habit I polish

Make the old fears vanish.
Plant discipline like a seed in the sand,
Watch it grow strong by the touch of my hand.
Sixty-six days turn a boy to a man,
Turn a simple morning into a master plan.

Step by step, day by day,
Little by little we find our way.
Sunrise call and I obey —
Greatness grows when you steady your sway.

Sixty-six days, mi build it brick by brick,
Morning after morning, discipline does the trick.
Sixty-six days, transforming how I live,

Move with intention, give what I have to give.
Four empires rise inna mi core —
Mind, Heart, Health, Soul forevermore.
Sixty-six days ’til the chains all break,
A new life born every dawn I wake.

Rise higher, higher, higher...
Let the sunrise make you wiser.
Mindset fire, soul desire,
Heart on truth and health inspire.

Sixty-six days, mi build it brick by brick,
Morning after morning, discipline does the trick.
Four empires strong in everything I make —
A new life born every dawn I wake.

Humble and Kind

Yeah
He ain’t fightin’ the world, he fightin’ himself
Hands steady, heart calm, put the pride on the shelf
Learn the power in the pause, in the breath, in the stance
You don’t swing just to swing — you strike when you can

Humble and kind, yeah, the code engraved
Patience make the strongest warriors brave
He don’t roar for attention, he move with intent
Real power is control — every lesson cemented

Little gi, little belt, but his spirit heavyweight
Mind sharper than the kick, let the discipline elevate
Sensei talkin’ with the silence, every motion got meaning
One day of real guidance beat a thousand days dreamin’

He learnin’ balance before force, learn the calm before storm
Eyes see every direction, body ready to transform
Heart same as heaven and earth, moon and sun in his veins
When emotions get loud, he don’t let ‘em run the game

I told him strength ain’t loud, it don’t bark, it don’t boast
It’s the quiet confidence, knowin’ when not to approach
You don’t strike out of anger, you don’t move out of fear
Timing beats power — opportunity clear

He ain’t fightin’ the world, he fightin’ himself
Hands steady, heart calm, put the pride on the shelf
Learn the power in the pause, in the breath, in the stance
You don’t swing just to swing — you strike when you can

I see the man he becoming in the way that he bows
Respect before ego, yeah that’s taught in the dojo now
Love and patience make impossible bend
Every loss just a lesson, every win just a step

Do all the good that you can, every place, every time
Even when nobody watchin’, character shine
He listen in all directions, vision wide like the sky
When it’s time to apply pressure, he precise, not wild

From the breath to the stance, from the mat to the mind
Teach him power got rules, teach him strength got a spine
I don’t raise him to fight — I raise him to choose
When to walk, when to wait, when to move, when to move

Yeah
He learnin’ the pause is louder than rage
The calm wins the war, every chapter, every page
When the moment arrives, he already prepared
Real fighters don’t rush — they aware

Humble and kind, yeah the words on the wall
But the lessons in motion when he answers the call
Self-control over chaos, discipline over desire
That’s the real Eye of the Tiger — quiet fire
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