My hardluck dad he had a lot to learn
I swear I saw him flicker more than burn
Flicker more than burn.....mmm mmm

I soon found out that his flame could die
Left a wick smoking and an angry red eye
Angry red eye.....mmm mmm

He tried to move through the world like a shooting star
But once your trail fades they forget who you are
Forget who you are.....mmm mmm

I shouted Find what matters and hold on with all your might
Or you'll be walking 'round dead for the rest of your life
Rest of your life....mmm mmm

But you can't keep a man from his hard luck fate
You can't always love him as he stumbles on his way
Stumbles on his way.......mmm mmm

My hardluck dad he had a lot to learn
I swear I saw him flicker more than burn