I ain't always right there with you Even when I'm in the room Don't say the things you need to hear enough Like I'm supposed to I'm beggin' for your patience Longin' to embrace you Heaven knows we haven't done this in awhile [Chorus:] I can't help the way that I grew up The only love I've ever known was tough Sometimes a rough around the edges man The kind with calloused hands But tonight I'll be tender enough To make you cry You'd ever know how proud it makes me Just to watch you sleep Still can't believe at the end of these two arms Is all I've ever dreamed And every day I'm saved Humbled by your grace And the peace in knowing that you understand [Repeat Chorus] Just tender enough To make you cry