He attended Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School where he sang in the choir with Lauren Alaina, the runner-up on season 10 of American Idol. He also attended Red Bank, Ridgeland, and Soddy Daisy High Schools, at all of which he was a stand out athlete at football, basketball and track.
The singer was exposed to country music from a young age and was encouraged to enter his 11th-grade talent show singing “Gettin’ You Home Tonight” by his favorite singer Chris Young. Kane won the talent show and he began his dream of pursuing a country music career.
Using social media as his platform, Kane posts both cover songs and original material on Facebook and Instagram. The videos have spread virally and Kane’s Facebook following has grown to over 1.5 million loyal and engaged followers.
In 2014, Kane crowdfunded his debut EP Closer. The EP was released on iTunes on June 2, 2015 where it charted at #11. As his online popularity surged, the EP re-charted in October, 2015 at #1 on the iTunes country chart.
On Kane’s 22nd birthday, October 21, 2015, he released the single “Used to Love You Sober” on iTunes where it quickly went to #1 on the country singles chart and #2 overall. Two more singles followed, “Last Minute Late Night” and “Love That I Hate You,” both of which were #1’s on the iTunes Country Chart.
In November, 2015, Kane embarked on his first headline tour and has sold out every show he has played across the country.
Kane is currently in the process of signing a major label record deal, and “Used to Love You Sober” will be a single at country radio in early-spring 2016.
Says Kane of his fans and success, “I am down to earth but I always try to stay positive for my fans because throughout everything they have lifted me up so much.”
For My Daughter
Kane Brown Lyrics
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To pick up the pieces of your first broken heart
Someone to say slow down when you turn sixteen
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Someone to scare the monsters when it's dark in your room
Someone to put their foot down when you want a tattoo
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
They say dads are supposed to shape you, in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Someone to let you fall down and teach you how to get back up
And teach you how to be sweet like mama and how to be tough
Yeah, I'll never be perfect, but sure as those lines are pink
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
They say dads are supposed to shape you, in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Mm, mm, mm
Yeah, I can't change the past, but the past has sure changed me, mm-mm-mm
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
I said I'm gonna be a dad and I'm gonna be the best one I can be
The best one I can be
Love you, baby girl
Kane Brown's song For My Daughter is a heartfelt dedication to his unborn daughter. The song exhibits the desire of the artist to be the father he never had growing up. In the lyrics, Kane explores the different attributes and roles that a father should possess and portray to their children. He sings about being present in his daughter's life, being a role model, guiding her through life's challenges, and teaching her valuable life lessons. The first two lines state, "Someone to play catch with, out in the backyard, to pick up the pieces of your first broken heart," which depicts a father being present in his daughter's life from an early age to adulthood. He promises to protect her from the monsters under the bed and guide her through her first tattoo decision.
The theme of the song is the importance of the father figure and the immense impact that they can have on their child's life. The lyrics serve as an open letter to his unborn daughter, where he promises to be the best possible version of himself for her sake. He acknowledges that his own father was absent in his life, but he wants to break that cycle and be a present and loving father. The repetition of the line, "I’m gonna be the best one I can be," shows the sheer determination and commitment Kane has towards his daughter.
Overall, For My Daughter is a beautiful, introspective song that showcases Kane Brown's commitment to being the best father he can be, to give his daughter the love, support and guidance she needs to flourish.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone to play catch with, out in the backyard
I want to be present in my daughter's life and create memorable moments with her by doing simple activities like playing catch in the backyard.
To pick up the pieces of your first broken heart
As a father, I want to be there for my daughter when she experiences heartbreak and help her pick up the pieces and move forward.
Someone to say slow down when you turn sixteen
When my daughter reaches the age of 16, I want to be the voice of reason that reminds her to slow down and make responsible decisions.
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
Growing up without a dad has influenced me to be the best father I can be for my daughter and not repeat the mistakes of my own upbringing.
Someone to scare the monsters when it's dark in your room
I want to protect my daughter and ensure that she feels safe and secure, even when there are imaginary monsters in her room.
Someone to put their foot down when you want a tattoo
As a father, it's important for me to set boundaries and be the voice of reason when it comes to making life-altering decisions, like getting a tattoo.
And not just say I love you, but show you what it means
I want to show my daughter through my actions what love truly means and not just say the words without backing it up with meaningful behavior.
They say dads are supposed to shape you, in a way I guess mine did
My own experience growing up without a father has shaped the way I want to be a father and has influenced my decision to be present and actively involved in my daughter's life.
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
My experience growing up without a dad has shown me what not to do as a father and has helped me shape a positive approach to parenting.
They say history repeats itself
The cycle of negative behavior can repeat itself in families but as a father, it's up to me to break that cycle and be a positive role model for my daughter.
Yeah, I can't change the past, but the past has sure changed me, mm-mm-mm
Although I can't change the past, my past experiences have changed me and have influenced the kind of father I want to be for my daughter.
I said I'm gonna be a dad and I'm gonna be the best one I can be
My greatest priority is to be the best father I can be for my daughter and to fulfill my role as a parent with love, care, and responsibility.
The best one I can be
My aim is to be the best father I can be for my daughter and to give her the love, support, and guidance she needs to grow into a confident, caring, and successful adult.
Love you, baby girl
This song is a heartfelt expression of my love and devotion to my daughter, and my commitment to being the best father I can be for her.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Chase McGill, Kane Brown, Tom Douglas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gurneyman
LYRICS:
[Verse 1]
Someone to play catch with out in the backyard
To pick up the pieces of your first broken heart
Someone to say slow down when you turn sixteen
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Verse 2]
Someone to scare the monsters, when it's dark in your room
Someone to put their foot down when you want a tattoo
And not just say I love you, but show you what it means
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Chorus]
They say dads are supposed to shape you and in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Verse 3]
Someone to let you fall down and teach you how to get back up
Teach you how to be sweet like mamma and how to be tough
Yeah, I'll never be perfect, but sure as those lines are pink
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Chorus]
They say dads are supposed to shape you and in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Yeah, I can't change the past, but the past has sure changed me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
I said I'm gonna be a dad and I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Outro]
The best one I can be
Love you, baby girl
gk32
[Verse 1]
Someone to play catch with out in the backyard
To pick up the pieces of your first broken heart
Someone to say slow down when you turn sixteen
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Verse 2]
Someone to scare the monsters, when it's dark in your room
Someone to put their foot down when you want a tattoo
And not just say I love you, but show you what it means
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Chorus]
They say dads are supposed to shape you and in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Verse 3]
Someone to let you fall down and teach you how to get back up
Teach you how to be sweet like mamma and how to be tough
Yeah, I'll never be perfect, but sure as those lines are pink
Yeah, I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Chorus]
They say dads are supposed to shape you and in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Yeah, I can't change the past, but the past has sure changed me
I grew up without a dad, I'm gonna be the best one I can be
I said I'm gonna be a dad and I'm gonna be the best one I can be
[Outro]
The best one I can be
Love you, baby girl
Vanessa
Someone to play catch with, out in the backyard
To pick up the pieces of your first broken heart
Someone to say slow down when you turn sixteen
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Someone to scare the monsters, when it's dark in your room
Someone to put their foot down when you want a tattoo
And not just say I love you, but show you what it means
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
They say dads are supposed to shape you, in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Someone to let you fall down and teach you how to get back up
Teach you how to be sweet like mama and how to be tough
Yeah, I'll never be perfect, but sure as those lines are pink
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
They say dads are supposed to shape you, in a way I guess mine did
I knew what I wouldn't do if I ever had a kid
They say history repeats itself
Well, I guess that's up to me
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
Yeah, I can't change the past, but the past has sure changed me
Yeah, I grew up without a dad
I'm gonna be the best one I can be
I said I'm gonna be a dad and I'm gonna be the best one I can be
The best one I can be
Love you, baby girl
bre ebron
For those of us who are the daughters of absent fathers, this really hits 😭
Rachael Nelson
@Alanah McHone sweet baby girl, we love you ❤️
Kala Brown
Definitely hits a spot this song 😢
nicole daniels
mines not absent from my life but he chooses to be abusive and chooses not to be a part of my life but I honestly don't need him I would love to have an actual dad but I guess that's only in my dreams.😔
Buddy Webser
My daughter and I just met when she was 32. I didn’t know she existed and she had no idea who i was. After 15 months, we are thick as thieves. God is wonderful for giving us each other.
Vicky
I just want to know what this is like, to have a real father
Twinkle Toes
Well if his dad wasnt around, his mom sure did an amazing job, what a fine man. His dad lost out. Congrats on the birth of your daughter xx
jwn5
Unless that bitch used the courts to keep him out of his life, fuck all of you who don't know what happens in family court, I haven't seen my kid in 4 years and you think that's my fucking choice? And don't start with the whole for a reason crap, I've got nothing on me, clean, always was, entire court order is illegal but guess what? The courts don't give a shit, a judge can do whatever the hell they want to your child in this country and you can't do anything about it legally, don't worry you'll all find out, see you in the father's rights some years from now, they fck all of us now
Amy Shantz
His dad got arrested in 96 and his 1st step dad abused him.
Chuckie1Oner
Dad's aren't the be all and end all to everyone's life, sometimes it's the mum that does every little bit, I can thank my mum for doing what she thought was best for me putting me in foster care but what I can't forgive is that it gave me abandonment issue's with depression, ptsd, insomnia and anxiety.. I've had a pretty hard life forced to grow up quicker than any regular person.. I had my own house living independently at 16 I'm now nearly 30 with 2 children who I couldn't picture my life without I will never give up on my children or family in anyway possible I am breaking that vicious cycle I lived in and it all starts with me and what I do so I'm going to be the best I can be not for me but for my children.. I love this song so much you did an amazing job kane and you are surely an inspiration ❤️.