© Copyright 2004 by Dean Taylor / Willie McCulloch
Lyrics by Dean Taylor. Music & Performance by Willie McCulloch.

Verse 1

I can’t fully capture what it’s really like
There’s just a few words I can say
Green grass, smooth field, a sunny day
Break out the balls, boys. It’s time to play

PreChorus 1

Just like Willie Mays did it back in his day
Or the Sox when Clemens took the rock

Chorus

It’s really just the same, even without all the fame,
watchin' my kids play sandlot games
So, play the game. Play the game. Boys, play the game
It don't change. Play the game

Verse 2

I like to imagine that I’m on the field
And feel strong and can play their way
Babe Ruth, Pedro, and Satchel Paige
I dream like them on Opening Day

PreChorus 2

Just like Willie Mays did it back in his day
Or Ripken shortstop for the gods

Repeat Chorus

Bridge

I got a bat. You take the mound
I wanna hear that lovely sound
I wanna see my son out in the field
chase it down, chase it down
Turn around, turn around,
back to the wall, try to chase it on down

PreChorus 3

Just like Willie Mays did to Vic Wertz that day
Or Sosa catchin’ fire with McGwire

Repeat Chorus