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When I Pray For You

By Caleb + Kelsey

2,434 views Jun 22, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Caleb + Kelsey's cover of 'When I Pray For You' is a heartfelt song about a parent praying for their future child. The lyrics express a desire for the child to grow up loving and forgiving like their parents, and to turn to prayer when life gets hard. The song emphasizes the importance of faith and family, with the parent committing to always be there and to pray for their child. It's a tender, inspirational piece that encourages trust in God through life's challenges.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I talk to God about you 

And even haven't met you yet 

Everybody is waiting on you here 

I can't wait to feel Your heartbeat 

When I lay You on my chest 

Am already holding back my tears 

I wonna be the dad that my dad was 

I hope that I won't mess all this thing up 


I pray that you love like your daddy 

And you forgive just like he does 

'Cause when this life knocks you down 

I hope you get down on your knees 

'Cause that is what I do, that is what I do 

When I pray for you 


I know you gonna grow up someday 

But don't forget to take your time 

To take a time to come back home 


It ain't always gonna be easy 

It ain't always gonna be fair 

I know you ain't always gonna need me 

I promise I will always be there 


I pray that you love like your daddy 

And you forgive just like he does 

'Cause when this life knocks you down 

I hope you get down on your knees 

'Cause that is what I do, that is what I do 

When I pray for you 


I talk to God about You 

When everything around me breaks 

I look up and hear him say 


Love like your mama 

Forgive just like she does 

'Cause when this life knocks you down 

I hope you get down on your knees 

'Cause that is what I do, that is what I do 

When I pray for you 

When I pray for you 

When I pray for you 


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