George W. (JULY 2000)

here he is, grown so soon
the vicious lies and the wicked moon
a hastened son from forgotten time
a handsome man, a heir to mine
he is just 45 years old
but his legacy is my own, so
I will push many fine things his way
and tutor him on Chesapeake bay
George W. don't talk that way
George W. see him hey, hey, hey
maybe he will meet a fine girl
one that won't cause his mother to scorn
teach him right from wrong
cause this world can do us harm
try to prepare him with the best school
don't be afraid to accept the rule
cause the generation barrier will fade away
just like when the Texas rangers played
treat your mother well
and be kind to your brother Jeb
don't let jealousy guide your heart
George W. we'll soon be apart
carve your path and balance your talk
keep a stiff frame as you walk
don't grow you hair long
like the ladies wear
follow me, oh can't you see
far away from the path of misery
don't let the papers report
that you were never a good sport
be vacant when your country calls
I'll keep you from the duty call
it's a secret, but not a crime
to protect you from my time
don't misbehave while I'm away
cause your dad's with the CIA
mind your manners and find your way
family connections have a price to pay
I'll save a place for you in the campaign
looks good on election day
you'll buy me tickets to the game
cause now you own the whole damn team
cause now I have the time
to be outside of the light
George W., here's to you
be brave and follow through

by Damon Haley