Lyrics

Come sit with me for a moment son
Before you get up and go, Ohhh I know
I was once young like you once son
And I wish someone took the time to let know

The world can be filled with warm sun
Or emptiness of a midnight's snow
The softness of a woman’s touch
Or the pierce of the arrow and the bow

The devil can hide in a bottle
Or on the breathe of a gentle kiss
There’s a little evil in everyone
So keep your eyes open so nothing gets missed

Chorus
Do as I say not as I’ve done
On life's slimey roads my wheels have spun
So listen to my words and take with it what you will my dear son
Do as I say not as I’ve done

Learn to trust others
But first learn to trust yourself
Always finish what you started
And never be afraid to ask for help

To cheat in life is easy
But there’s no pride in what you’ve done
Through sacrifice and hard work
Is the only way pride can be won
Know when to step back
Know when to step forth and be strong
Always root for the underdog
Never be afraid to right a wrong

Chorus
Do as I say not as I’ve done
On life's slimey roads my wheels have spun
So listen to my words and take with it what you will my dear son
Do as I say not as I’ve done

Make sure you time for your family
Cause I guarantee there’ll come a day
That they’ll get up to leave you
And you’ll pray you showed them the way.

As look back on your own life
And the man you’ve become
You’ll understand when I said

Do as I say not as I’ve done
On life's slimey roads my wheels have spun
So listen to my words and take with it what you will my dear son
Do as I say not as I’ve done