[Verso 1]
My dad was a big man with a will that was tough
He was at his best when the going was rough
He made a living for the family and never had to cheat
To keep food on the table and shoes on our feet
[Coro]
We sat down at the table and thanked God in prayer
Because we had plenty to eat and plenty to wear
We had patches on our britches but momma kept us neat
We had food on the table and shoes on our feet
[Verso 2]
We picked the cotton and gathered the corn
We were taught to work from the day we were born
Mom and dad and all us children worked in the summer's heat
To keep food on the table and shoes on our feet
[Coro]
[Verso 3]
Well today it's the same no matter where you go
If you're gonna stay ahead you've gotta stay on your toes
You've got to be a winner don't believe in defeat
If you keep food on the table and shoes on your feet
