Tisa Buis - Growing Up

Brother can you remember
When we were both still small
The fun we had, the talks we shared
Looking back - we had it all

1976
Brother can I play with you
and wear your favorite shirt
Will you let me throw the football once
I swear I won't get hurt

1980
Brother will you help me solve
this problem I have got
There's this boy I know in my class
who I really like a lot

1986
Brother will you show me how
to try and drive a car
Will you let me drive you brand new truck
I swear I won't go far

1989
Brother will you please wake up
open your eyes and live
I won't believe that you may die
you've got so much to give

Brother I guess it's time to leave
the service is now through
I'll say one last prayer, one last good-bye
and one last I love you

Tisa Buis

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