Lyrics: My Designated Daddy

by Joy Saunders Lundberg

The good Lord gave me Mama,
Who loves me through and through
But still my life was not complete
‘Til Mama gave me you.

You didn’t have to love me,
Or watch me run and play.
My blood does not run in your veins,
But you did it anyway.

(Chorus:)
You’re my designated daddy,
A real home team player.
You stepped up to the plate,
And became my dragon slayer.
You’re a little bit a preacher,
Cheerin’ from the bleachers.
It’s nice to know you’re always there for me.
My dedicated, designated daddy.

You fell in love with Mama.
That was my lucky day.
And when you said “I do” I knew
That you’d be here to stay.

Forever helpin’ Mama
To do what’s best for me;
Just settin’ down a rule or two
So I could plainly see.

(Repeat chorus, then:)

And when I say my prayers at night
I cannot help but add,
“Thank you, Lord, for givin’ me
My designated dad.”

(Repeat chorus])

Credits: Lyrics from the Adoption Album Do You Have a Little Love to Share
Produced by Adoption Media
All words and music copyright © 2005 Janice Kapp Perry and Joy Saunders Lundberg