I knew a man a long long time. But I never knew him at all. Small in stature big at heart. Oh he always stood tall. From the time that he was born. He had a style all his own. In my mind he could do no wrong. Misunderstood all along. He worked hard all his life. To get what he has today. We would all be better off if we could. Hear those words that he had to say. He was a little rough around the edges. And thru it all we all knew he was. A little rough around the edges. Simple in mind but always had a kind eye for you. (Oh for you for you). He took me by the hand. And said son what's your plan. I won't stop you or stand in your way. Someday you'll be a man. I looked at him with hungry eyes. That only youth can know. With all his wisdom and all his years. He said I'll teach you all that you need to know. Chorus. Don't stop now keep moving. Don't worry about where you're going I'll hear you. You'll feel me I'm there no matter where you go. Chorus. He was a little rough around the edges. He was a little rough around the edges. Simple in mind oh oh. Simple in mind oh oh