My Boys, My Reason

Lyrics

[Intro] O’Block taught me how to stand my ground Now I’m home, and the whole world slows down [Verse 1] Lil Von, you got that look when you’ve made up your mind Same quick grin, same spark in your eyes Little shoes by the doorway, toy car on the floor I used to count every step; now I count something more You run through the room like you own every inch Then you reach for my hand and the hard edges switch You got your own heart, let it lead where it goes I’ll be there in the bleachers, front row at your shows [Chorus] Lil Von, you carry a piece of my name But you’re your own person, don’t live in my lane Dayvon, I love you both more than I can explain My boys, my reason to come home again [Verse 2] Dayvon, when you laugh, every worry gets small Two voices calling, I answer them all I know how the block makes a young heart stand tall So I’ll teach you to think before answering a call Keep your word, hold your people, be kind when you’re strong You can choose your own road; I’ll be proud all along From the neighborhood porch to the long ride ahead I’ll make sure you hear every good thing I said [Chorus] Lil Von, you carry a piece of my name But you’re your own person, don’t live in my lane Dayvon, I love you both more than I can explain My boys, my reason to come home again [Bridge] When the day runs long and the whole world feels wide There’s a drawing on the fridge and your coats side by side No crown, no title, could mean half as much As those small arms around me, that familiar trust [Final Chorus] Lil Von, you carry a piece of my name But you’re your own person, go make your own lane Dayvon, I love you both more than I can explain My boys, my reason to come home again My boys, my reason to come home again [Outro] Same spark in your eyes, but your story is yours I’ll be here when you’re running back through that door