Hugz 'N Pawz

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I see him by the blue rail every day,
Tail on the step where the shadows lay.
Mama holds my hand when we cross the street,
We set down a bowl by his waiting feet.

[Pre-Chorus]
He watches the road and the water below,
Stands when the boats move slow.

[Chorus]
Dog on the bridge, I see you wait,
Bowl by the rail, eyes at the gate.
I bring you water, I bring you bread,
I pat your back and kiss your head.
Dog on the bridge, I will be near,
Morning and night, I’ll leave you here.

[Verse 2]
Rain starts to fall and the wind grows strong,
Uncle ties canvas with a rope real long.
Auntie spreads blankets to make it warm,
Grandma says softly, We’ll cover the storm.

[Pre-Chorus]
Neighbors stop by when the nights turn cold,
One brings rice, one brings a fold.

[Chorus]
Dog on the bridge, I see you wait,
Bowl by the rail, eyes at the gate.
I bring you water, I bring you bread,
I read my book by your sleepy head.
Dog on the bridge, I will be near,
Morning and night, I’ll leave you here.

[Bridge]
Monday is bread and a tiny light,
Tuesday a towel to dry you right.
Wednesday I draw you with crayons blue,
Thursday we sit for the sunset view.
Friday a pillow for under your chin,
Saturday Papa brings the little tent in.
Sunday we sing by the lantern’s glow,
We take turns staying so you will know.

[Chorus]
Dog on the bridge, we watch and wait,
Tent-flap whispers while the boats go late.
Hands bring water, hands bring rice,
We keep the place and make it nice.
Dog on the bridge, we will be near,
Night after night, we leave you here.

[Outro]
Good night, bridge dog.
Good night, bridge dog.
Good night, bridge dog.
Good night, bridge dog.

Good night, bridge dog.