Gillian Welch Lyrics
"I Had a Real Good Mother and Father"

I had a real good mother and father
And they surely stood the test
And now they're in bright glory
And are sleeping on the Saviour's breast.

They set a good example for me
And they taught me how to pray
Now I truly converted
And walkin' on the narrow way.

I know that if I can not meet them on high
Then how lonely I will be
For what good is my journey
If I miss out on eternity.

I had a real good mother and father
And they surely stood the test
And now they're in bright glory
And are sleeping on the Saviour's breast...