Met her at the Dairy Queen
She never cared about material things
Saw the crown on her head
And he knew that it meant she was blessed
They fell in love, and they couldn’t wait
Let Arizona be their hometown state
Far from a hopeless romantic
But he took her hand and said
You just keep those
Home fires burnin’ and
I’ll keep workin’
For you, I’ll do my best
All we need is
To believe in each other
Keep a good heart
And a prayer in your chest
And the Lord will do the rest
I like to think that I’m a lot like you
I play guitar just like you taught me to
And I study and emulate all of the steps that you take
And I hear you say
You just keep those
Home fires burnin’ and
I’ll keep workin’
For you, I’ll do my best
All we need is
To believe in each other
Keep a good heart
And a prayer in your chest
And the Lord will do the rest
Ooh
Ooh, mmm
Singin’ on the front porch loud
That’s still my favorite sound
And I hope I make you proud singin’ on the Opry now
You just keep those
Home fires burnin’ and
I’ll keep workin’
For you, I’ll do my best
All we need is
To believe in each other
Keep a good heart
And a prayer in your chest
And give back all the love that you get
And the Lord will do the rest
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh, and the Lord will do the rest
Finding Faith in Simplicity
“The Rest” by Avery Anna is a heartfelt tribute to the enduring power of love, faith, and family tradition. The song paints a vivid picture of simple beginnings—meeting at a Dairy Queen, valuing genuine connections over material things, and building a life together rooted in belief and hard work. The chorus emphasizes the importance of supporting each other, keeping hope alive, and trusting that greater forces will guide the way. Throughout the lyrics, Anna beautifully weaves generational wisdom, passing down not just skills like playing guitar, but also moral values and unwavering trust in something bigger than oneself.
A Legacy of Love and Hope
The narrative shifts between past and present, highlighting the lasting impact of loved ones and the desire to make them proud. The song celebrates the simple joys—like singing on the front porch—and the faith that binds families across generations. Ultimately, “The Rest” reminds listeners that love, kindness, and faith are all we need to thrive, with the assurance that the rest is in good hands.
Song Credits
Artist: Avery Anna
Release Year: 2024