Lyric discussion by bipster 

Cover art for Great Provider lyrics by Barenaked Ladies

This song describes my own (non existent) relationship with my father very well. When we did try and speak to each other it was pained and pointless. The lines "You and I never shared all that much; When I leave I'll be all right, I'll keep in touch" is all about just going through the motions and the feigned interest in each other as you leave for the last time, knowing you don't need to be in contact any more.