Verse 1:

I'm Redge, nice to meet you, a '61 model year

I've seen the decades passing, and the world spinning here

From Quebec to the Maritimes, I've lived a life so true

A law-abiding, God-fearing heart, that's forever shining through

Chorus:

I'll be a lasting friend, if you let me in

I'll stand by you, through thick and thin

I'll be there for you, with a helping hand

A friend like me, you can always stand

Interlude:

(Soft instrumental section with a hint of Canadian folk influence)

Verse 2:

French and English, a bilingual soul

A heart that's open, to every culture's goal

I've lived through history, from the good to the bad

But through it all, my spirit's never been sad

Chorus:

I'll be a lasting friend, if you let me in

I'll stand by you, through thick and thin

I'll be there for you, with a helping hand

A friend like me, you can always stand

Bridge:

Life may take us far, from the places we've known

But with a heart that's rooted, in values that are shown

We'll weather every storm, and shine like the morning sun

Together, our bond will grow, until the day is done

Chorus:

I'll be a lasting friend, if you let me in

I'll stand by you, through thick and thin

I'll be there for you, with a helping hand

A friend like me, you can always stand