Living in a world so cold I never know where to go I fear the fact of growing old I'm trying to protect my soul God, take care of me, won't you please It's my plea From the wind that's blowing Protect my coming and my going Follow me as you lead me Lord, I thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thanks For taking care of me Taking care of me Drive-bys every day Your home isn't even safe Where will the children play? I can't tell the night from the day God, take care of me, won't you please It's my plea From the wind that's blowing Protect my coming and my going Follow me as you lead me Lord, I thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thanks For taking care of me Taking care of me Shelter me with your loving arms Lead me from all hurt and harm Guide my steps so I won't drift astray I pray God, take care of me, won't you please It's my plea From the wind that's blowing Protect my coming and my going Follow me as you lead me Lord, I thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thanks For taking care of me Taking care of me