Mama's Arms
Longing for Mama's Embrace
Lyrics
Going back to a tender age,
Reflecting on a young age filled with tenderness.
So full of confusion and rage,
Experiencing confusion and rage during that time.
Daddy says, "Boys, your Mama's gone."
Learning that the mother has left, as communicated by the father.
There's a hand on your shoulder as you're throwing dirt,
Receiving comfort with a hand on the shoulder while burying the mother.
Someone says, "Time heals the hurt.
Being told that time will heal the pain.
Little man, you got to keep on keepin' on,"
Encouragement to persevere despite the emotional turmoil.
But all you want is Mama's arms.
Expressing a strong desire for the comforting embrace of the mother.
You ride back home in a limosine,
Returning home in a sorrowful limousine.
The saddest car that you've ever seen,
Describing the vehicle as a symbol of sadness.
Your brother can not look you in the eye.
Brother avoiding eye contact, indicating shared grief.
Lightning strikes, thunder roars,
Metaphorical description of emotional turmoil with lightning and thunder.
An early winter in that heart of yours,
Reference to an early emotional winter in the heart.
But you swear you won't let them see you cry
Commitment to hiding tears from others.
'Cause all you want is Mama's arms.
Reiteration of the deep longing for the mother's comforting arms.
The neighbors come and bring you pies,
Neighbors offering support with pies and words.
Endless words and futile sighs,
Expressions of sympathy that feel inadequate.
And you run up to your room and lock the door.
Retreating to isolation in the face of overwhelming emotions.
And there you are in your Sunday best,
Dressing up as the mother would have wanted.
The way your Mama would have had you dressed
Realizing the insignificance of appearance in the face of loss.
And you realize it doesn't matter anymore
Understanding that certain things no longer matter.
'Cause all you want is Mama's arms.
Reaffirmation of the intense longing for the mother's embrace.
'Round and 'round and 'round it goes.
Reflecting on the cyclical nature of life and emotions.
The seasons change the young boy grows
Acknowledging personal growth as time passes.
To understand it's all part of some plan.
Finding acceptance in the belief that life follows a predetermined plan.
You used to wonder what it's all about.
Shifting from questioning life to accepting its uncertainties.
Now those are questions you can do without.
Outgrowing the need for certain existential questions.
You laugh them off and do the best you can
Adopting a lighthearted approach to life's challenges.
But all you want is Mama's arms.
Reiterating the persistent desire for the comforting embrace of the mother.
All you want is Mama's arms.
Emphasizing the enduring longing for the security of the mother's arms.
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