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Introduction
When Toby Keith and his daughter Krystal step on stage together to perform “Mockingbird,” it’s more than just a musical performance—it’s a heartwarming moment of connection between father and daughter. This live rendition of the classic tune, famously covered by artists like James Taylor and Carly Simon, takes on a new life in the hands of this duo. There’s something undeniably special about witnessing the easy chemistry between them, a blend of familial love and shared passion for music that resonates deeply with the audience.
The song itself is a playful back-and-forth, echoing the lighthearted yet tender nature of a parent-child relationship. Toby’s deep, rugged voice pairs beautifully with Krystal’s softer, melodic tones, creating a perfect harmony that feels both effortless and sincere. As they sing together, you can almost feel the years of shared experiences, the bond that’s grown stronger with time.
But what makes this performance truly stand out is the way it brings generations together—not just in the Keith family but among the listeners too. It’s a reminder of how music can bridge gaps, whether they’re between father and daughter or across the many years since the song first became a hit. There’s a sense of nostalgia wrapped in the notes, a nod to the past while celebrating the present.
Watching them, you can’t help but smile. It’s not just about the song; it’s about what the song represents—a shared love, a legacy passed down, and the joy of making music together. It’s moments like these that remind us why we love music in the first place.
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Lyrics
Mock (yeah) -ing (yeah)
Bird (yeah?) Yeah (oh, yeah)
Mockin’ bird, now
Everybody have you heard? (Have you heard)
He’s gonna buy me a mockingbird (I’m gonna buy her a mockingbird)
And if that mockingbird don’t sing (if that mockingbird don’t sing)
He’s gonna buy me a diamond ring (I’m gonna buy her a diamond ring)
And if that diamond ring don’t shine (if that diamond ring won’t shine)
Oh, sure, let’s break this heart of mine (sure this is gonna break this heart of mine)
And that’s why (yes, indeed oh)
I keep on tellin’ everybody, sayin’ (oh, yes, indeed oh)
Yea-yeah (whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa-oh-ohh) ohh-oh
hear me now, understand
(He’s gonna find me some peace of mind) I’m gonna find her some peace of mind
(And if that peace of mind won’t stay) if that peace of mind won’t stay
(I’m gonna find myself a better way) I’m gonna find myself a better way
(And if that better way ain’t so) if that better way ain’t so
(I-I-I ride with the tide and go with the flow)
(And that’s why) yes, indeed oh
(I keep on tellin’ in your ears, sayin’) oh, yes, indeed oh
Yea-yeah (whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa-oh-ohh) ohh-oh
Now move over, lemme show you how it’s done, baby
(Yeah, right, quit big leaguing me)
I said, hey, everybody have you heard? (Everybody, have you heard?)
She’s gonna buy me a mockingbird (he’s gonna buy me a mockingbird)
Yeah, if that mockingbird don’t sing (if that mockingbird don’t sing)
She’s gonna buy me a diamond ring (he’s gonna buy me a diamond ring)
And if that diamond ring won’t shine (if that diamond ain’t gonna shine)
It’ll surely break this heart of mine (it’ll surely break this heart of mine)
And that’s the reason why I keep on tellin’ everybody, sayin’
(Yea-yeah) whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa-oh-ohh (whoa-ohh-oh)
Oh, hear me now and understand (hear me now and understand)
She gonna find me some peace of mind (gonna find me some peace of mind)
Yeah, and if that peace of mind won’t stay (if that peace of mind don’t stay)
I’m just gonna get myself a better way (I’m gonna get myself a better way)
I might rise above, I might go below
Ride with the tide and go with the flow
And that’s why (that’s why) I keep on shoutin’ in your ears sayin’
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
No, no, no, no, no, whoa-whoa, baby (ohh-oh-ohh)
Mockingbird
Yeah (yeah) I might rise above, (I might go below) go below
Ride with the tide (let’s go with the flow)
And that’s why (that’s why) I’m shoutin’ in your ears sayin’
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh