Friday Night Lights

Lyrics

[Verse 1] You carried more than you ever let us see Long days, hard news, bills stacked by the door Still you’d ask if I had everything I need Then tuck your tired heart behind that smile once more [Pre-Chorus] When Friday came, you’d find your place And wave me on with that familiar face [Chorus] You were there beneath the Friday-night lights Through every fumble, every hard-fought drive Coat pulled close, hands clapping in the cold Your smile said more than you ever told You had your own storms waiting at home Still you never let me stand alone Mom, through it all, you showed up every time With a whole lot on your heart and a smile in your eyes [Verse 2] Some nights I’d see the weight behind your eyes You’d say, “I’m fine,” and ask me how the game went You made a small town feel a mile wide Just by being there, no matter what the week had sent [Pre-Chorus] And when the whistle called the final play You’d be the first to tell me I did okay [Chorus] You were there beneath the Friday-night lights Through every fumble, every hard-fought drive Coat pulled close, hands clapping in the cold Your smile said more than you ever told You had your own storms waiting at home Still you never let me stand alone Mom, through it all, you showed up every time With a whole lot on your heart and a smile in your eyes [Bridge] I know now what I couldn’t understand How you kept on giving with so much in your hands If I ever stand tall, if I ever get through It’s because I learned how to show up from you [Final Chorus] You were there beneath the Friday-night lights Through every fumble, every hard-fought drive Coat pulled close, hands clapping in the cold Your smile said more than you ever told You had your own storms waiting at home Still you never let me stand alone Mom, I hope you know I carry you inside Your brave, bright smile is still my guide With a whole lot on your heart and a smile in your eyes [Outro] Friday night, I still look to the stands And see your smile, and understand