I caught a foul ball up in the bleachers And the shortstop autographed it I keep it on the dresser with every day that passes I been throwing it to myself, I got pretty good at catching I just called to say I miss you and making sure you know that It's my birthday pretty soon And all I want is for you to … Take me out to the ball game Pick me up at the house What's this every other weekend thing even all about? 'Cause mama said she loves you, and in some ways always will I guess maybe things are different now, but daddy can't you still? Take me out to the ball game … I'd sure love to go again, seems like it's been so long We could get some tickets Friday night, me and you and maybe mom 'Cause I feel like it's my fault that you two ain't together And I'm so sorry I was bad, I promise I'll be better 'Cause I just wanna see you And if you'll come back, you don't have to … Take me out to the ball game Pick me up at the house What's this every other weekend thing even all about? 'Cause mama said she loves you, and in some ways always will I guess maybe things are different now, but daddy can't you still? Take me out to the ball game … We'd eat hot dogs in them same seats And in the seventh inning, we'd sing … Take me out to the ball game Pick me up at the house What's this every other weekend thing even all about? 'Cause mama said she loves you, and in some ways always will I guess maybe things are different now, but daddy can't you still? Take me out to the ball game Take me out to the ball game