The House You Built - Hands Like Houses

You used to know so well those weathered hands

When they were gentle, when the brought the colour to your cheeks

They still do, but not the same, because they turned their back on you

And when she’s hiding at your feet, you know you’ll stay

These sentiments are second hand

He’s fighting for his heart but he is losing ground

She’s unintended, not unloved

And you’re the one to keep her safe and sound

Don’t look down, even though they’re looking down on you

The house you build on solid ground will be a home.

In time, you’ll see it

Don’t look down, even though they’re looking down on you

The love you build your house around will make it home in time to see them

through

Her shoes are scuffed, she drags her feet too much

But baby lift your face, you don’t need to justify your place

So stay just what you are, you’ve come this far

If only I could show your future you would light up like the sun

These sentiments are second hand

She’s fighting for your future and she’s gaining ground

You are protected, you are loved

So show them who you are and make them proud

Don’t look down, even though they’re looking down on you

The house you build on solid ground will be a home.

In time, you’ll see it

Don’t look down, because there’s no-one looking down on you

Your house is built on solid ground, you’ll be just fine

In time, just see it through

Hey little light, aren’t you a big achiever?

Hey Mrs Might, I know that you believe in her

Hey Mr Beaten Down, you found your heart again

In the hope you built your house around

You gave your little light

You gave your little light a brand new start

Don’t look down, because there’s no-one looking down on you

The house you built on solid ground will be a home.

In time, you’ll see it

Don’t look down, because there’s no-one looking down on you

Your house is built on solid ground, you’ll be just fine

In time, just see it through