Born of the north wind and the freezing rains
Laying all his chances on some seeds of grain
He struggled and raised a family
Didn't talk about the war
Worked day and night to feed them
Could he love them more?

He's just a fortune traveler
And searching for a home
I do hope you find it
A place to call your own
Man of all patience and a heart of gold
In my eyes dad you'll never grow old

No one know what makes a man
Break down and cry
To call him a weaker man
Is just another lie
Following a shining star
May never get you through
But listen to the dreams of your heart
And the words of truth

He's just a fortune traveler
And searching for a home
I do hope you find it
A place to call your own
Man of all patience and a heart of gold
In my eyes dad you'll never grow old

Can you draw me a picture?
I'll keep it forever
Will you tell me a story?
I'll always remember
Can I lay down beside you
Like we did before?
And talk about when you were a boy
Please tell me some more

He's just a fortune traveler
And searching for a home
I do hope you find it
A place to call your own
Man of all patience and a heart of gold
In my eyes dad you'll never grow old.