Dwayne Johnson writes song for daughters Tia, Jazzy and Simone
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Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson has stepped into the role of songwriter to honour the bond he shares with his three daughters — Tia, Jazzy, and Simone. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Johnson penned original lyrics expressing his commitment to being their lifelong protector, cheerleader, and friend.
The Song and Its Message
Johnson shared the song's caption alongside the post, writing: 'A song for my daughters, Tia, Jazzy and Simone. There's a very special 'one of one' bond between a daughter and her dad ~ and it's a deeper love that I never knew, you took my heart and you pulled me through.'
He elaborated on his promise to his daughters: 'I may stumble every once in a while, but as long as these calloused hands have life flowing through them, I'll always have your backs and I'll always be your lifelong (and one day your spiritual) protector and supporter. And I'll never ever stop trying to be the best dad and friend I can be for you.'
Closing his message with characteristic warmth, Johnson added: 'And I'll continue to pray while you're sleeping, and watch you while you're dreaming and never stop trying to put smiles on your faces. I love you girls so much. Your dad xo.'
A Public Declaration of Fatherhood
The post stands out as one of Johnson's more personal public moments. Known globally for his blockbuster film career and larger-than-life persona, the actor has consistently used his social media platform to offer glimpses into his family life. This original song, however, marks a rare foray into songwriting — underscoring how deeply he values his role as a father above his celebrity status.
Notably, Simone Johnson is his daughter from his first marriage, while Tia and Jazzy were born to him and his wife Lauren Hashian. The gesture of writing a single song addressed to all three daughters speaks to Johnson's effort to maintain a unified family bond across both relationships.
What's Next for Dwayne Johnson on Screen
On the professional front, Johnson is set to return to one of his most commercially successful franchises. The upcoming Jumanji: The Open World will reunite him with co-stars Kevin Hart as Franklin Finbar, Jack Black as Professor Sheldon Oberon, and Karen Gillan as Ruby Roundhouse, with Johnson reprising his role as Dr. Bravestone. The original Jumanji, first released in 1995 and directed by Joe Johnston, was based on the 1981 children's picture book by Chris Van Allsburg.
Johnson's most recent release is the live-action adaptation of Moana, which also stars Rena Owen, John Tui, Frankie Adams, Jemaine Clement, and Catherine Laga'aia. The film follows a Polynesian village chief's daughter chosen by the ocean to restore a mystical relic to the goddess Te Fiti, setting sail to find the exiled demigod Maui and lift a dark curse threatening her island.
As Johnson's career continues to span blockbusters and now original music, the personal gesture toward his daughters offers a reminder that behind the Hollywood machinery is a father who, by his own words, will never stop trying.