Little girl please listen close
I love you so. God only knows
I'd hate to see this big world hurt you
In any way
You're young and sweet life's hard and cruel
Have faith in God. Be no one's fool
Try to be strong. I think you'll make it
Little girl
These are the words my father said
My little girl is up in bed
She's prob'ly dreaming 'bout some castles
In the sky
She's still so young. She doesn't know
That life can bring a lot of woe
She's just a smiling, sweet, and gentle
Little girl
Little girl you're fast asleep
Into your room I softly creep
To say a prayer for you my precious
Little girl
Good night, baby!