Oh Child
Robin Schulz Lyrics

Oh child, will you ever get by?
As you grow up, will you be able to handle the challenges and obstacles that come your way?

Will you listen to things I say?
Will you be open to advice and guidance from those who care about you?

We don't know the difference from your wrong or right
We, as your caregivers and mentors, do not have all the answers and sometimes we may not be able to guide you towards what is right for you.

We'll learn it along the way
Together, we will figure out what is right for you and what will help you succeed in life.

Oh child, will you drink in the night?
Will you engage in risky behavior, such as drinking, that could harm you or others?

Will you make all the same mistakes?
Will you repeat the same mistakes that we or others have made, or will you make new, better choices?

Do you get around with chasing all the highs
Do you constantly seek out excitement and pleasure, even if it means risking your well-being?

Forget all on your lowest day
Do you tend to ignore your problems and issues rather than confronting them and seeking help?

And I know that I can't pretend that I haven't had my regret
I, as a caregiver and role model, have made mistakes and have regrets about some of my decisions and actions.

From the memories that I've kept, to the history I forget
I have memories of my own past experiences and history that I may have forgotten or haven't shared with you.

Oh, my father before he left
I lost my father and wish that he had given me advice or guidance that I could now pass on to you.

Oh, there's one thing I wish he said
There is one thing that I wish my father had told me, and that is a lesson that I want to share with you.

"Oh child, just do what you love, 'cause you won't get this life again"
The lesson that I want to share with you is to follow your passions and interests in life, because this is the only chance you have to experience it.

Oh child, oh child, no, no, don't you worry
I don't want you to worry or feel anxious about the future, because I believe in you and I know you will be okay.

Oh child, oh child, I know you'll be okay
I have faith in you and believe that you will be able to handle what life throws your way.

Oh child, will you travel the world?
Do you have dreams of exploring new places and having adventures?

And see all of the things I missed?
Do you want to have experiences that I never had or wasn't able to have?

You can tell me all about it when you're back
I want to hear about your travels and experiences when you return, and I will be excited to hear about all the wonders you saw.

Oh child, maybe you can fall in love with a husband, or a wife
I want you to know that I will love and accept you no matter who you choose to love.

If you're happy when the road is getting rough
If you find happiness and fulfillment even during the difficult and challenging times in your life,

I'll be right there by your side
I will always be there for you as a source of support and love.

Oh child, will you know this song?
Will you remember and cherish the lessons and memories that we share and pass on to you?

When I'm gone and I fade away
When I am no longer around or have passed away,

Will you sing it back? I know it word for word
Will you remember and sing this song that we share together, because I know it by heart and it means a lot to me.

Back to your child one day
Will you pass on our lessons and memories to your own child, to continue our legacy?

No no no, no non no don't you worry
Don't worry or feel anxious about the future, because I will always be there for you, and you have the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle.