[Intro: Shaggy]
Yeah
Allow me to get a little bit personal on this ya know
Let me
Write them things down
Its criminal if you dont do things

[Verse 1: Shaggy]
When I was young my mission in life was to finish way ahead of the game
Such a shame youre paying the price in this race of fortune and fame
I really feel apologetic inside, though youd never think to give me the blame
Hits me when I look into yall eyes, I wonder was it really worth all the pain

[Chorus: Shaggy and Background Singers (Shaggy)]
Now I know what it takes
And the heights of the stakes
Is it fair in the mind of a child?
Though its all for our sakes
Still my heart how it breaks
Every time that I see your smile (Check it)

[Verse 2: Shaggy]
Conversation on the phone is fine, but for me you could never replace
Being here to spend quality time, tuck you in and see the smile on your face
So when youre old enough to read these lines I hope you never find yourself in my place
I hope you never feel as lonely as I, and miss the warmth of your childs embrace

[Chorus: Shaggy and Background Singers (Shaggy)]
Now I know what it takes
And the heights of the stakes
Is it fair in the mind of a child? (No, No, No, No)
Though its all for our sakes
Still my heart how it breaks
Every time that I see your smile

[Instrumental]

[Chorus: Shaggy and Background Singers (Shaggy)]
Now I know what it takes
And the heights of the stakes
Is it fair in the mind of a child? (No, No, No, No)
Though its all for our sakes
Still my heart how it breaks
Every time that I see your smile

[Chorus: Shaggy and Background Singers]
Now I know what it takes
And the heights of the stakes
Is it fair in the mind of a child?
Though its all for our sakes
Still my heart how it breaks
Every time that I see your smile