My daddy preached to me

Everyday for years

The day that he died

I swallowed my tears

With a tip of the bottle

And a wish you were here

I'd trade forgiveness for a beer

I sat with my grandma in her rockin chair

The sun felt so warm through her light blue hair

From the pages of her bible

And a fresh breath of air

I'd trade forgiveness for a beer

I know my beliefes they ain't right

It's the only way I can

Make it through the night

I pray the lord to keep me asleep

So I can dream of the promise land

Cause my dreams are the only time I can

Sleep never makes it round here

We say amen

And gather at the bar

Amazing Grace loud and clear

I know what he'd say

If he were here

But I'd trade forgiveness for a beer

But I'd trade forgiveness for a beer