Rock and Roll Player

Verse

From the sandlot dust to the Friday night lights,

You were born with a bat in your hands, ready for the fights.

Got that old leather glove, worn and frayed at the seams,

Chasing that little white ball, living out your wildest dreams.

Chorus

They see the headlines, they see the name in the lights,

They don’t see the struggles, the long and lonely nights.

A torn-up elbow, a twisted-up knee,

But a grin on your face for the whole world to see.

’Cause you’re a rock and roll player in this stadium of life,

Fighting through the pain, cutting it with a knife.

Verse

Remember that pitch that broke your hand in two?

The doctor said, “Son, your playing days are through.”

You just gritted your teeth, shook your head, and said, “Hell no,”

Told them you’d be back on that mound, watch you make it go.

Bridge

Yeah, the road’s been long, and the years flew by,

But keep your head up, son, your star’s gonna shine.

You’re so loved, my boy, more than you’ll ever know,

Just keep kicking ass and putting on a show.

Outro

It’s all gonna be worth it.

All of the blood, all of the sweat, and the fears.

Yeah, it’s all gonna be worth it.

My beautiful boy, I’ll see you at the big leagues