So few years ago her daddy held her in his arms

Snugged the blanket around her feet to help and keep 'em warm

When he kissed her tender cheek, oh, how her eyes would shine

His ev'ry dream was built around his daughter Caroline



He remembered ev'ry time she'd turn another year

And, at the birthday parties, when he'd shed a happy tear

Thinking of the wedding dress that she would wear someday

When he'd have to give his daughter Caroline away



He thought of what he saw the night they called her from the roll

A silver graduation ring and engagement ring of gold

It seems as tho' twas yesterday he met her valentine

And now she's grown and here to wed his daughter Caroline



Maarching on his arm she whispered, "Pa, I still love you"

Those words remained within his ears when she vowed, "I do"

Cheer was sparkling from his eyes, but tears were in behind

When he gave his heart away, his daughter Caroline