Daniel Caesar – Sins of The Father Lyrics
“Sins of the Father” by Daniel Caesar, from his album Son of Spergy, is a two-part song that explores his connection with both his spiritual Father (God) and his biological father.
According to Caesar, the song is about coming to the realization that he has become just like his dad — and through that awareness, he develops patience, respect, and self-acceptance.
The entire album reflects on his life’s purpose, his relationship with his parents, and his thoughts on how the world might change once he becomes a father himself.
Sins of The Father by Daniel Caesar
[Part I]
[Verse 1]
Oh Lord, I bear this weight
My mom and my daddy, upon me they’ve placed
I have no words to say
It’s written there all over my face
[Verse 2]
Oh Lord, perpetual pain
I can’t be at home where
My father lays
In time we’ll fade away
Hopefully it’s to the same place
[Verse 3]
Father, You said You’d love me
Like my own never could
How could I ever thank Thee?
You are good
[Verse 4]
There is no one like You
You gave Your life so I wouldn’t have to
Whеre there is onе, there’s two
It’s me and You
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Refrain]
I’ve got all this hate in my heart
But I got no place to put it
Tried to leave it behind but I couldn’t
I need alchemical transmutation
I need alchemical transmutation
I’ve got all this pain in my heart
But I got no place to put it
Tried to leave it behind but I couldn’t
I need alchemical transmutation
I need alchemical transmutation, oh
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Part II]
[Verse 1: Daniel Caesar]
Dad was forgetful, he promised a lot
Thankfully, he never got caught
Passed it to me now, I finally can see
Forgetting’s a gift, thank you, God
[Verse 2: Daniel Caesar]
Forgot your birthday, I’m sorry, my dear
At least my stance remains clear
I’Il forget your birthday like every year
Who gives a fuck anyways?
[Outro: Justin Vernon]
Those are the sins, of the father
Those are the sins
Sins, sins, sins, sins of the father
Turn around
Turn around
Oh, child of mine