You taught me kindness and devotion
Which words to hide and which to say
You taught me order and precision
My thoughts should never go astray
You said you hope you raised me right
Now I'm independent to decide
You said you hope I hold my kite
Standing firmly on the ground
Can you see what I've become?
Are you pleased with what I've done?
Have I learned your lessons well?
Tell me through the ringing
Of that distant bell
I'll remember
I'll remember
Always
Next day I saw you pulling down
A little boat into the tide
You said - there's only room for me, my son
It's meant to be a lonely ride
I've done enough, I've said enough
Now please allow me to depart
No matter where I'm gonna be
You and me will never be apart
Can you see what I've become?
Are you pleased with what I've done?
Have I learned your lessons well?
Tell me through the ringing
Of that distant bell
I'll remember
I'll remember
Always