Artist: Tim McGraw

    You know there’s a lot that goes by the front door

    Don’t forget the keys under the mat

    Childhood stars shine, always stay humble and kind

    Go to church ‘cause your momma says to

    Visit grandpa every chance that you can

    It won’t be a waste of time

    Always stay humble and kind

    Hold the door say please say thank you

    Don’t steal, don’t cheat, and don’t lie

    I know you got mountains to climb but

    Always stay humble and kind

    When the dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you

    When the work you put in is realized

    Let yourself feel the pride but

    Always stay humble and kind

    Don’t expect a free ride from no one

    Don’t hold a grudge or a chip and here’s why

    Bitterness keeps you from flying

    Always stay humble and kind

    Know the difference between sleeping with someone

    And sleeping with someone you love

    I love you ain’t no pick up line so

    Always stay humble and kind

    Hold the door say please say thank you

    Don’t steal, don’t cheat, and don’t lie

    I know you got mountains to climb but

    Always stay humble and kind

    When those dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you

    When the work you put in is realized

    Let yourself feel the pride but

    Always stay humble and kind

    Background

    There are a lot of great songs about parents wishing their kids find happiness and success. Some, like “I Hope You Dance,” have even become standards. In this song, however, what the parent wishes for is the right attitude to handle their success: Be humble. Be kind. Say please. Say thank you. The underlying message is that success is meaningless without service, and that goals aren’t worth achieving unless accompanied by gratitude. Tim McGraw delivers this Lori McKenna-penned tune with his usual dignity and grace.