Lyrics
Momma told me not to play with guns
Mom advises not to play with guns
Don't cuss
Emphasizes not using offensive language
Obey the law and avoid the drugs
Encourages following the law and avoiding drugs
But mom
Speaker questions how to move forward
How do I move on?
Expresses uncertainty about coping with challenges
When you cross always look both ways
Advice to be cautious and aware when crossing
Don't stray
Reminder not to deviate from the right path
Move with caution when you're changing lanes
Caution about being careful while making changes
But wait
Speaker wonders how to navigate the present
How do I get through today?
Expresses difficulty in facing the challenges of today
Real life's not fun
Acknowledgment that real life is not always enjoyable
Well hey there mom
Direct address to the mom
You're so much
Speaker sees mom as significant
Not enough
Contrasts mom being both too much and not enough
Too cool for you but I'm scared of bugs
Mom is cool, but speaker is still scared of bugs
So what, sippy cup
Mentions a sippy cup, symbolizing childhood
Still a kid but I'm growin' up
Speaker acknowledges being in the process of growing up
I push and you pull
Describes a push-pull dynamic with mom
Then we fight for control
Conflict with mom over control
But my skins not as tough
Speaker's resilience not as strong as mom's love
As my mom's love
Highlighting the strength and support in the mom's love
Make your bed then brush your teeth
Basic life advice - make your bed and maintain hygiene
Get sleep
Importance of getting enough sleep
Don't miss the bus here's some lunch money
Reminder not to miss the bus and providing lunch money
But please
Plea for affection, a request for a hug
Would you hug on me
Mom encourages saying prayers and trusting faith
Say your prayers then trust your faith
Emphasis on punctuality and doing one's best
Don't be late
Speaker is still looking for guidance on getting through the day
Do your best, but get good grades
Reiteration that real life is not always enjoyable
Now wait
Direct address to the mom
How do I get through today?
Expresses the ongoing struggle of facing challenges
Real life's not fun
Acknowledgment that real life is not always enjoyable
Well hey there mom
Direct address to the mom
You're so much
Speaker sees mom as significant
Not enough
Contrasts mom being both too much and not enough
Too cool for you but I'm scared of bugs
Mom is cool, but speaker is still scared of bugs
So what, sippy cup
Mentions a sippy cup, symbolizing childhood
Still a kid but I'm growin' up
Speaker acknowledges being in the process of growing up
I push and you pull
Describes a push-pull dynamic with mom
Then we fight for control
Conflict with mom over control
But my skins not as tough
Speaker's resilience not as strong as mom's love
No my skins not as tough
Reiteration that the speaker's resilience is not as strong as mom's love
As my mom's love
Final emphasis on the unmatched strength of mom's love
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