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American Child

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I was ten, I was thin, I was playing first base
With a secondhand glove and dirt on my face
In nowhere, Virginia
Who'd ever figure that kid in the yard would go very far
It was 419 Lakewood, had no silver spoons
Just an old beat-up upright that played out of tune
Now I'm singing and living the life that I love
And when I count my blessings, I thank God I was an American child
An American child
'Cause dreams can grow wild born inside an American child
Seven pounds, three ounces, she's got my nose
And she's into my heart as deep as it goes
With a promise that's more than just someone's last name
Anyone's equal, in late August came an American child
An American child
'Cause dreams can grow wild born inside an American child
My grandfather would have been eighty today
But in '45 he fell down beside an American child
An American child
Oh, an American child
'Cause dreams can grow wild born inside an American child
Oh, an American child
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Phil Vassar

Phil Vassar

About “American Child” by Phil Vassar

Read the complete lyrics to "American Child" by Phil Vassar from the album "American Child". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Country.

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"American Child" is credited to Phil Vassar. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"American Child" appears on "American Child".

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