"Song For Dad" is a heartfelt tribute song by Keith Urban dedicated to his father. The lyrics describe how the singer has noticed himself adopting similar traits and behaviors as his father. He taps his fingers, jingles car keys, and even acts in the same way his father used to. Looking in the mirror, he sees his father's reflection in his own eyes. As the singer reflects on his own life, he realizes how much his father loved his family and did the best he could for them. He acknowledges that there were times he thought his father was being hard on him, but now understands that his father was shaping him into the man he could be proud of. The singer expresses gratitude for his father's love and hopes that when he has his own family, he can embody the same qualities his father had. The song also reveals the singer's emotional connection to his father. He feels his father's presence in his eyes, heart, soul, hands, and even in his moments of doubt. The singer hears his father's comforting words, assuring him that everything will be alright. Overall, the song conveys the profound impact his father had on his life and how he continues to carry his father's legacy. It is a heartfelt expression of love, gratitude, and the desire to emulate the admirable qualities of his father.
