You only have the best in mind You know the world can be so unkind Working day and night you don't have time Do you think she does what you say Every minute of every day Do you think if she's kept busy she'll stay in line? How did you miss it? Her rose-colored glasses. She doesn't need it! You never thought she'd tell a lie Though she says a year has gone by See the conviction in her eyes Give her a sword to save your lives Witness her growth, you know what to do Her needs have changed, and so should you Let her go, she can take care of herself You will be there if she needs any help How did you miss it? Rose-colored glasses She doesn't need it! You have to believe it. How did you miss it? No longer passive She's assertive You never thought she'd tell a lie Though she says a year has gone by See the conviction in her eyes Give her a sword to save your lives Just let her try Are you proud of your daughter She's becoming more than you could've asked for Now that you've seen what she can do You need to let your angel spread her wings You never thought she'd tell a lie Though she says a year has gone by See the conviction in her eyes Give her a sword to save your lives Just let go and let her try