Jewel’s “My Father’s Daughter” Lyrics Meaning
In “My Father’s Daughter”, Jewel shares her personal story detailing her childhood and life experiences that have shaped her into who she is as an adult.
The singer first talks about her humble beginnings which include her parent’s love story and her birth in a log cottage. She then connects it to her future as a star in pursuit of ‘gold’. The pursuit of “gold” apparently alludes to money, fame and success in general.
She proudly calls herself her father’s daughter because she believes that the lessons he taught her greatly contributed to her present success. She also admits that her status is due to the sacrifices and dreams of important people in her life.
Jewel is clearly grateful for her family, as she states that when she performs on stage, she is constantly reminded of her heritage, and no amount of wealth or power can make her forget her roots.
Facts about “My Father’s Daughter”
- Jewel produced and co-wrote “My Father’s Daughter” with songwriter, Lisa Carver.
- This came out as a single from Jewel’s 2015 studio album. The album in question is titled Picking Up The Pieces. This song appears as the thirteenth track on this album.
- “My Father’s Daughter” is an autobiographical song that Jewel wrote several years before it was officially released in August 2015. FYi, this isn’t Jewel’s first autobiographical songs. Prior to this she had released a number of songs with autobiographical lyrics such as her hit single “Foolish Games“.
- This single features country music icon Dolly Parton. It marked the first song that Jewel and Parton collaborated on.
