Throughout my lifetimes I'd hesitate
  I'd feel some joy
  But before I'd show my thanks it became too late
  But now all the way I want to find the time
  Stop and say
  I thank you Lord for giving us each new day
  
  And as I think back over so many years
  Love that's filled my ears
  I got to thank you Lord for giving us Pure Smokey
  And anyone who hears - hears that voice so free
  He really got a hold on me
  And I thank you all for giving to us Smokey - Smokey
  
  Singing it so sweetly
  Like no one else could do
  Always trying something new
  I thank you all for giving us Pure Smokey