The first song Demming ever wrote, "Daughter of Mine" is a tender country lullaby that captures the timeless bond between a dad and his daughters. The song unfolds like a love letter to his daughters, weaving heartfelt promises of protection, guidance, and unconditional love.
Through imagery of fairy tales, pirates, and goodnight moons, "Daughter of Mine" reflects on both the fleeting innocence of childhood and the steadfast role of a dad and a parent. It’s a song that resonates with every mother or father who’s ever whispered “I love you to the moon and back,” knowing the years are short but the memories last forever.
Musically, "Daughter of Mine" sits in the tradition of modern country storytelling, combining sentimental lyricism with a gentle, acoustic-driven arrangement. Fans of Thomas Rhett’s Remember You Young, Darius Rucker’s It Won’t Be Like This for Long, and Tim McGraw’s My Little Girl will find the same mix of honesty, vulnerability, and emotional resonance in Demming's writing.
More than a lullaby, "Daughter of Mine" is an anthem for families everywhere. It's a reminder that no matter where life leads, the love of a parent is always near.
Lyrics
Daughter of mine
I’ll love you to the moon and back
Sweet daughter of mine
You’re the princess that I’ll always want to catch
There’s a brave new world you’ll face one day
But tonight it’s just you and me
Getting lost in a world of fairy tales
Pirates and make-believe
You see, there’s magic here
In this love we share
Just know I care
Daughter of mine
I’ll fight to be the hero that you need
Sweet daughter of mine
Walk beside you and paint a life of memories
There’s just a few short years to show you
How to live the life you dream
And I pray I know the answers
To your questions lingering
Just know I’m listening
And I’ll be your everything
Come run with me
Daughter of mine
Your daddy’s never far away from you
Sweet daughter of mine
Your mommy’s love runs deep and wide and true
They’ll be times when you are lonely
Just trying to find your way
Searching for the answers
At the dimming of the day
But when life gets tough
And you’ve had enough
Come run to us
One day you’ll have a family
A job, responsibilities
But for now your little miss magic
In my arms down by the sea
So goodnight moon
And sweet dreams to you
I love you, too