Jimmy Wayne - Paper Angels Lyrics






After every day-after-Thanksgiving sale the malls just ain't complete
Without a bunch of decorations and a paper angel tree
There's artificial smiles on artificial tree limbs
Saying what she'd love to have and what to buy for him

Well i hope Maggie likes her new winter clothes and her buggy with a baby doll
And maybe Tom'll smile with his new nike shoes when he shoots that basketball
I can't help but wishing that i could do more
But not just while I'm shopping in the department store

[Chorus:]
Paper angels you're in my thoughts and prayers
No matter where you are right now remember God's right there
He's asking all of us to help take care
Of his paper angels everywhere

Going through the mail almost every afternoon i see a Mom and Dad's
Worst dream
There on the back of a money-saving ad to get my carpet cleaned
Height, weight, hair, eyes, date missing, and DOB
A child's name, a picture, and the words 'have you seen me?'

[Chorus:]
Paper angels you're in my thoughts and prayers
No matter where you are right now remember God's right there
He's asking all of us to help take care
Of his paper angels everywhere

His documented bruises fill a folder file
She's a second grade self-portrait drawn without a smile
And every town is littered with this kind of debris
We've got to stop this madness and it's up to you and me

[Chorus:]
Paper angels you're in my thoughts and prayers
No matter where you are right now remember God's right there
He's asking all of us to help take care
Of his paper angels everywhere

Paper angels everywhere





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  1. m.... ....

    God bless the children help us reach out and help the helpless

  2. T.... N....

    Yes Sharon, he has a great book - Walk to Beautiful - it's his awesome biography :  )

  3. g.... P....

    I love this song

  4. A.... S....

    I love Jimmy Wayne. I bought this CD for my father. We used to listen to it every time we got in him truck. Whenever I hear his voice it reminds me of those great days with my daddy. He died last January from cancer. I wish I still had that CD so I could play it with my kids in the car.

  5. m.... s....

    Que linda historia

  6. B.... S....

    Beautiful! Blessings Jimmy

  7. E.... V....

    He visto la película está Navidad de 2018 . Gran significado para todos los seres humanos. Humildad. Entrega incondicional a los demás. Buenos mensajes con un fundamento Cristiano. I LOVE JESUS

  8. J.... B....

    Jimmy had an article written recently about this song. He got his first guitar through the Angel Tree program with The Salvation Army as a kid in foster care. Great story!

  9. c.... o....

    💗💗 paper Angel 💗💗
    💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗
    💗💗 I love this song paper and John I love the music video it is the best and greatest Christmas music video ever and it shows how much people care around Christmas anytime of the year hopefully everybody loves what I say and, at the bottom 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗
    💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

  10. S.... T....

    pause at 0:57 thats my brother when he was 6 yo he is now 23
    hehehe 2018
    :)

  11. a.... m....

    I am reading his book and came to you tube to hear the songs I'm reading about...the only song I remember by him is "I love you this much," which pretty much covers how I felt about my own dad. This song made me cry just now.

  12. A.... K....

    Such an inspirational man. Keep going strong Jimmy.

  13. M.... R....

    Still one of my favorite songs :)

  14. K.... S....

    Was that little girl who appeared for like 5 seconds, little Quinn McColgan doing a cameo?

  15. A.... L....

    His Memoir "Walk to Beautiful" brought me here. He's been through hell and has come out on top! God Bless you Jimmy Wayne! 💙🌈💚

  16. S.... M....

    Love Love Love Love Love Love Love Love and a few tears....

  17. D.... H....

    I seen Jimmy Wayne at tuscumbia al

  18. t.... w....

    I always loved this song and the message it says

  19. C.... H....

    WOW, talk about emotional music and such an AMAZING voice... I cry at every video. So powerful. I saw you on #FoxAndFriends this morning 11/17/17 and had to check you out. Wow, so glad I did. You are an amazing human being with a fantastic and smooth voice, Jimmy! I am a new FAN!!!!

  20. I.... S....

    00:10-00:22

  21. a.... a....

    generations behind, I believe...

  22. K.... H....

    Jimmy Wayne you make me feel happy everything I hear your songs. You the best.

  23. M.... S....

    THIS ISNT JUST A CHRISTMAS TIME SONG IT COULD APPLY TO THE WHOLE YEAR.

  24. B.... C....

    Who could give this song and Dolly Parton's Coat Of Many Colors a thumbs down? People are crazy.

  25. r.... B....

    I. love. song.

  26. S.... A....

    Until I read Jimmy's book, I did not really get the idea that perhaps other people grew up this way also. I'm deeply grateful to him for writing it.

  27. t.... ....

    I always start crying when I listen to this song. Recently a little boy from my home town was kidnapped... So when I listen to the second verse of this song I think about him. He's been returned safe and sound now but I still think it could have been so much worse for him and his mother.

    t.... ....

    Glad he was returned

  28. C.... j....

    i like your song god bless you ()*()

  29. A.... Y....

    very heart warming song forever and all time.

  30. T.... S....

    love it... Jimmy amazing voice u have....😇😀☺👍🎤💗

  31. J.... H....

    This is not only a great song it comes from a very good Christmas film, if you get a chance to watch it I do not think you will be disappointed

    J.... H....

    what film does this song come from?

    J.... H....

    Hi from his Christmas film ´Paper Angels´which is also great

    J.... H....

    Oh thank you.

  32. D.... W....

    My friend reccommended this song to me. Im tearing up.

  33. K.... R....

    this song is awesome.

  34. K.... A....

    I cried listening to this

  35. S.... C....

    I am reading his book walk to beautiful this book is amazing i smiled and cried especially when bea died .

    S.... C....

    I cried as well. Currently reading his book too. It's so hard to put down! Almost finished!

  36. C.... s....

    wow what an amazing song!! These lyrics r so beautiful, God bless

  37. A.... J....

    Jimmy Wayne came 2 my shcoool it's tuckaseegee elementary

  38. L.... M....

    it shows what Christmas is truly about

  39. K.... A....

    luv the song

  40. P.... &....

    I'm Patrick and I have met Jimmy Wayne his heart is 100,000,000℅ full of love he is literally my name best friend you can ask him if he knows Patrick O'Neill

  41. a.... ....

    Amazing artist that never got enough recognition or credit. I hope he is still recording and I am forever a fan.

  42. Y.... D....

    i love this song

  43. s.... d....

    I know Jimmy Wayne. We both are from Kings Mtn., Nc. He had a very hard life. He then ended up in Bessemer City, NC. I went to high school there. He would cut grass for an elderly couple who took him in when he needed love & support more than ever. He is a wonderful man. His trials & tribulations he had thrown at him did not break him. He has a loving heart and a lot of Faith. I know he has a lot of fans & friends now. But I have never forgotten that young man from Kings Mtn. Read his new Book, "WALK TO BEAUTIFUL". He is an inspiration, & no longer a paper Angel on a Christmas tree. I Love You Jimmy Wayne & God Bless You.

    s.... d....

    I Love Hearing that!!!!.Thank you For sharing...I went My last yr of HS in Asheville,NC

    s.... d....

    the book is really good. I can hardly put it down.

  44. L.... A....

    Jimmy Wayne was awesome. I like some country music and this guy knows how to capture my interest.

  45. C.... A....

    wow love this song and he is a good singer

  46. R.... R....

    This guy has so much feeling and goodness inside him,love you'r music jimmy

  47. R.... ....

    I wish jimmy would put out some new music

  48. R.... W....

    I can't stand country music but this guy.....WOW! Blows me away! It all sounds the same to me but when I hear Jimmy Wayne, I KNOW it's Jimmy Wayne. What this guy does for people is more than anybody can ask from most celebrities. From one guy who gives all he's got to people in need to another bro, I love you man! Keep fighting the good fight. :-)

  49. C.... S....

    I just read an article that Jimmy Wayne has written a book called "Walk to Beautiful"  The Power of Love and the Homeless Kid Who Found the Way.  I believe it said it was going to be out 10/2014.  Its about his life and the how community got involved and the effects they have on a persons life.  How important teachers and social workers and others that work with at risk youth can make a difference in a child's life.  I haven't got to read it yet,  just saw it on USA today article.  Sounds like those Paper Angels might have made a differences to someone.    I loved his song I Love You This Much but right now this Paper Angel song sure has made me think a little more deeply about its meaning.  As for the electronic items that are costly I get it but if you think about it a long time ago if a child had written bike that was a lot of money. But think when they go back to school and all their friends are talking about all their electronic things that Santa brought them.  It probably makes them feel sad.  Maybe is several people go in together they could buy something.

    C.... S....

    I'm reading that book right now, if I knew how I would attach a picture! He signed my copy at The Ryman in December, and it's amazing. The book led me to this video, and it's made me wish I'd spent more time talking to him when I met him.

  50. b.... ....

    great song, can't wait to see the movie

  51. G.... M....

    Awesome song and awesome movie.. Loved it.. :)

  52. J.... B....

    Stfu, mag7, or whatever you call yourself. This song is over ten years old and has a lot more meaning behind it than shitty i pads and iPhone crap. Get over it, if you get a paper angel this year you do your damn best to fill that childs request or dont bother. They may have been beaten, tortured or thrown away. You never know. Maybe they've been passed around from home to home in foster care and all they have is a trash bag to carry a few things in. This song helped me get through Christmas every year I was in foster care. You should be ashamed of yourself. If you cant afford it, others who are more fortunate can. Quit complaining.

    J.... B....

    Sometimes the family is just in a tight spot temporarily. My baby was on a tree like this our first christmas. People dont realize how much just some clothes, books and a few small toys can mean. Things have gotten better since then but i try to help if i can now because i know how those moms and dads feel. Anyone who judges those who need help clearly hasnt been in their shoes.

    J.... B....

    Jessie Beth

    J.... B....

    Jessie Beth God bless you Jessie Beth. I'm sorry you had to go through the things you did, but I believe it made you the "strong as compassionate" person that you are today. Keep fighting the good fight. God knows... ♡

  53. M.... 7....

    Those angels never ask for things like dolls. They ask for ipads and computers. Every time I look to try and help the ask lists are stuff regular people cannot afford.

    M.... 7....

    Then don't try to buy stuff on the Angels.  There are Salvation Army drop boxes where you can donate a new toy you can afford.  There are also the Marines' Toys for Tots drop boxes.  And don't forget about the elderly.  In the past Wal-Mart has had "Paper Angels" for elderly in nursing homes, etc.  Most of their requests are for a new nightgown/robe, slippers, toiletries, etc.

    M.... 7....

    Then look for a baby one. Those are usually books, toys and clothes. Yes teens and preteens ask for bigger items but little ones appreciate anything. Or just drop off toys in the donation bins at stores. One charity does she boxes full of stocking type items based on age and gender. Theres all kinds of ways to help.

  54. J.... J....

    This song makes me cry, There are so many Paper Angels, I try to help all i can. This is a wonderful song.

  55. S.... S....

    this song sound so good

  56. A.... B....

    This song gets me every time. So beautiful.

  57. T.... N....

    Beautiful and so inspirational. God bless you.

  58. M.... S....

    Just amazing!

  59. J.... C....

    He is playing at my school Monday!!!! :)

  60. j.... m....

    I think its beautiful

  61. m.... ....

    Incredible song indeed loved it from.day one. Loved it as soon as heard it on his CD before any radio play. You can feel his heart in his music. To anyone who thumbed down this I agree shame on you

  62. A.... R....

    If you were not a paper angle kid then you will never get how deep this song is.

    A.... R....

    never got the chance to put a paper angel on the tree but we relied on toys for tots and other programs for presents after my grandparents passed back in the mid 90's I was 8 when we lost grandpa and 10 when we lost grandma

    A.... R....

    I had many christmases growing up where our gifts came from a charity. My child was on a paper angel tree the first christmas we had. We havent needed it since but it makes me appreciate people who step up and help those in need. Its scary not knowing if your child will have a christmas. I try to help where i can now.

    A.... R....

    @blueeyedbaby210
    Amen to that.

  63. A.... S....

    How can anybody give this thumbs down? This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard!

  64. u.... ....

    it just warmed my heart at the part where the lost boy is returned home i don't know about anybody else but its things like that make me believe in god.

  65. Q.... ....

    seriously you 15 idiots who disliked this: YOU SUCK! This song is trying to inspire us to take care of the children of this world. They are our future. great job, Jimmy Wayne. I absolutely love your Christian application to good old country fundamentals.

  66. S.... ....

    Beautiful song!!!

  67. g.... -....

    Hi Tiffany,
    I don't know what a CASA is, but I am very involved in trying to help those in need. Everyone should be loved & have a roof over their head.
    Huggs,
    Gale :)

  68. t.... t....

    Don't forget to look into becoming a CASA. I became one around 1.5 years ago...no regrets! Thanks for what you are currently doing! It amazes me how many kids are in the system. So sad.

  69. C.... ....

    I am flabbergasted that this video has so few hits. It should have gone viral when it debuted. I've never even heard of Mr. Wayne till tonight. It's simply ridiculous.

  70. A.... S....

    Good hair. :D

  71. L.... S....

    some times I just wish I had a "paper angel"

  72. A.... R....

    My.life song I.grew up.in.Foster care

  73. N.... I....

    i love this song:)

  74. t.... a....

    this was one of my moms favorites

  75. g.... -....

    Jimmy... I am re-posting this on my fb page, I feel so strongley about helping these children, that i hav chaired the "Giving Tree" at our children's schools & also at church. In fact, my good friend (L.D.) at US99 in Chicago was talking to you about the trees I was in charge of during an interview with you in the studio. I love to buy extra goodies for the kids in addition to the socks & basics they need. No kid should get socks for Christmas! Keep up the good work!
    Hugs,
    Gale The Happy Stamper

  76. L.... W....

    I am so getting an angel from the tree at church this Sunday.

  77. M.... H....

    I love this song! The angel tree is a wonderful thing. Just try it one year the joy u feel for helping someone is priceless

  78. J.... A....

    Seriously start crying every time the little boy is brought back home <3 so cute(:

  79. e.... ....

    who is that kid in the beginning who hangs up the paper angel on the christmas tree? is he related to jimmy wayne by any chance? bcos i saw him in the other song i luv u this much by wayne

  80. k.... b....

    1 part of this song is about my dad thomas <3

  81. T.... ....

    thanks!

  82. a.... ....

    Jimmy...thank u for singing this song to my son during a concert a few years ago. I will never forget it.

  83. S.... N....

    I was too and I pick up one every year.

  84. R.... A....

    Makes me wanna leave work right now...and go home to hug my kids...

  85. b.... ....

    does he you use the same kid in this video as "i love you this much"? if so is there some sorta special reason?

  86. m.... ....

    Its a charity that most cities do where under privleged children ask for what they want most on a paper angel gut out and a generous giver will buy the toy for them

  87. J.... L....

    I have to admit, I teared up a little bit when the lost kid was brought home :)

  88. E.... E....

    Good Song This Was My First Time Hearing This And I LOVE It <3 I Wish People Can Just Understand About Songs Like This And Get That Feeling To Just Dance To It (:

  89. T.... ....

    what are those paper angels on the tree about?

  90. H.... R....

    Its acctually because of this song, i started adopting a child or 2 every christmas to give some girfts to, well more then just some....This song is truely a wonderful song.

  91. L.... K....

    Julian smith's family is in this! NOT EVEN JOKING!

  92. T.... W....

    @Pixie12345 ... ive never been one but it feels nice to give back <3

  93. c.... ....

    I come to and listen to this song and this video often. this is such a tender yet powerful message to take care of and give back to the children who have so many times been forgotten by society. We all need to take care of our precious paper angels...

  94. c.... ....

    @PROUDMOMMYOF20710 There is always hope for your children with the paper angels and the love of so many who are out here sending their love and support to help the children. Sending all my love to you and your children ♥ ♥

  95. T.... ....

    @snakewhipmiike You have to be strong honey, for your children and their daddy. Mothers are always the ones that are stronger. Have a Happy New Year and all the best for you and your loved ones. Sending you my love from Greece.

  96. d.... h....

    this song is not just a christmas song it tugs on your heart for a all year round good feeling!

  97. G.... W....

    Thank You from my paper angels!

  98. D.... L....

    Paper Angels Meaning Kids, I Love This Song(:

  99. m.... ....

    8 ppl are either "hardcore" rockers that look up these vids just to hit the dislike button or ppl that cried so much too this vid that they disliked it, i am one of the ones that cried but not one of the ones that hit the dislike button.