I'm a little closer to heaven
Stretch out my arms I can fly
I'm a little closer
Come a little closer I'll tell you why
You know these times are getting harder
Sometimes it's tough to see the silver line
But when I come home, my heart is still strong
Son, I'll tell you why
There comes in every mans life where he has to decide
To carry on with his childish ways or lay down his pride
One last time, I'll tell you why
I'm a little closer to heaven
Stretch out my arms I can fly
I'm a little closer
Come a little closer I'll tell you why
I am closer to heaven
For my little girl I would lay down ‘n die
I'm a little closer
Come a little closer I'll tell you why