Dan + Shay - When I Pray For You (Acoustic)

LYRICS:
I talk to God about you
And I ain't even met you yet
Everybody's waitin' on you here
I can't wait to feel your heart beat
When I lay you on my chest
I'm already holding back my tears
I wanna be the dad that my dad was
I hope that I don't mess this whole thing up

I pray you love like your mama
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you

I know you're gonna grow up some day
But don't forget to take your time
And take the time to call back home
It ain't always gonna be easy
It ain't always gonna be fair
I know you ain't always gonna need me
But I promise that I'll always be there

I pray you love like your mama
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you

I talk to God about you
When everything around me breaks
I look up and hear him say

Love like your mama
And forgive just like she does
And when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you

#DanAndShay #WhenIPrayForYou

[moonxbea]

I love the fact they talk about God in their songs without shame. I also love how they sing about children. Keep it up

[mohammadmansour]

I swear, if there isn’t at least 3 Dan and shay songs at my wedding someday, I’m not going.

[racheea]

I got tired scrolling down looking for the lyrics, so putting it here for us all instead😅


I talk to God about you
And I ain't even met you yet
Everybody's waitin' on you here
I can't wait to feel your heart beat
When I lay you on my chest
I'm already holding back my tears
I wanna be the dad that my dad was
I hope that I don't mess this whole thing up

I pray you love like your momma
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
Oh, when I pray for you

I know you're gonna grow up some day
But don't forget to take your time
And take the time to call back home
It ain't always gonna be easy
It ain't always gonna be fair
I know you ain't always gonna need me
But I promise that I'll always be there

I pray you love like your momma
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
Oh, when I pray for you

I talk to God about you
When everything around me breaks
I look up and hear him say

Love like your momma
And forgive just like she does
And when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
When I pray for you
When I pray for you

[gabriellelyn]

My dad passed away and all I can think of now is how I’m getting married in 8 months and he won’t be here to walk me down the isle, give me away, dance with me, or just see me. That line “It ain’t always gonna be easy, it ain’t always gonna be fair, I know you ain’t always gonna need me, but I promise that I’ll always be there.” Has be balling. It hits me hard everytime. Esp being a mom with 3 littles. Absolutely love these two!! My wedding song is “from the ground up” and I’ll be walking down with my brothers next to me to “speechless” it wasn’t even a choice when it came to picking a “song” I instantly knew.❤️❤️

[lisacostello]

The beauty of their harmony is nothing short of amazing. A gift straight from God!

[sarahelizabeth]

Ugh this song hits so much more now as a parent. I'm crying on a Thursday 😭❤️💙

[TWOScottRage]

Shay's vocal control has improved to the point that he sounds better live than the record. These guys just get better and better.

[jackfrost]

This is how music should be done every time..no big dumb video.. real voice, real instruments👍👍🙏

[percyknight]

Easily one of the best voices I have ever heard
He doesn’t need the studio to sound amazing

[enjiniring]

I talk to God about you
And I ain't even met you yet
Everybody's waitin' on you here
I can't wait to feel your heart beat
When I lay you on my chest
I'm already holding back my tears
I wanna be the dad that my dad was
I hope that I don't mess this whole thing up
I pray you love like your momma
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
Oh, when I pray for you
I know you're gonna grow up some day
But don't forget to take your time
And take the time to call back home
It ain't always gonna be easy
It ain't always gonna be fair
I know you ain't always gonna need me
But I promise that I'll always be there
I pray you love like your momma
And you forgive just like she does
'Cause when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
Oh, when I pray for you
I talk to God about you
When everything around me breaks
I look up and hear him say
Love like your momma
And forgive just like she does
And when this life knocks you down
I hope you get down on your knees
'Cause that's what I do, that's what I do
When I pray for you
When I pray for you
When I pray for you

[daveweckels]

I really like this song, because it's so touching 😭😭

[TheLitlendn]

OMG I love it. My daughter is pregnant with my first grandbaby and I can't wait to hold it's precious little hand.

[KJAwesome]

This song hits in a different way, being a mother of a special needs child!! It brings tears to my eyes, and goosebumps all over my body!!

[boazpatlur]

Amazing song! I pray this song is put on the radio & starts a revival in our nation. Also i just learned if you slide your finger up on the video, it zooms in lol

[garygreer]

Shay has amazing range...I can appreciate his talent as a vocalist...incredible

[beautifulprogram]

One of the most unique voices in today's music industry.

[thundertv]

Shay’s voice is unbelievable and phenomenal 💖💞

[PlayfulSparks]

The first time I heard this song, the water from my eyes kept pouring. I could not stop it. It's a different kind of crying, because my eyes aren't hurt, the water just are like water falls, just keeps falling...I don't even know why. But thank God you've written such a beautiful song.

[nadakidd]

The embodiment of God's love through a parent.

[TheSpiceOfLifeShow]

Imagine Dan and Shay singing a song with For King & Country...just a thought...a good one at that. Come on guys, let's make it happen! We won't be disappointed!