Mama Told Me
The present, an era saturated with blatant repetition, ideas and concepts s… Read Full Bio ↴The present, an era saturated with blatant repetition, ideas and concepts so much so that it would seem as if every note has been heard and every song sung. It is no doubt a pleasant surprise to find an individual who does not conform to the now but is defined as the next. The future is August. Born Dan August Rigo, he has been performing and singing since the tender age of 5. However, it wasn't until he saw Michael Jackson's legendary performance of Billy Jean for Motown's 25th anniversary that he knew what his life calling was. He studied his new idol and in so developed a sound and style for himself. It didn't stop there. Not feeling satisfied in just being a singer, he taught himself to play piano, guitar and drums. To fully understand August, one only needs to listen and feel his music. Armed with charisma, charm and a knack for the spontaneous, he is a true artist in every sense of the word. In a time where music is lacking in depth and soul, he enters a fresh face and sound to shatter the mold. When he sings he evokes emotion and takes you along for a ride you won't forget. A blend of Pop, R & B and Soul, August turns heads everywhere he is heard. His talent has caught the attention and respect of some of the industries most influential and heavy hitters i.e. Eric Nicks, Sha Money, Irv Gotti, and Chaka Khan just to name a few. Not only a phenomenal singer, August has paralleled his vocal ability with an often overlooked yet powerful skill, songwriting and arrangement. His ability to blend the abstract with the norm, along with concept driven writing has been a recipe for success. He has penned his entire debut album and weaves tales of loves lost, gained and desired. It is through his unique expression of life and experiences that he connects with his captivated audience. Empowered with stunning vocals and solid song writing, August also is a budding producer. He has formed a production company, Duke and Hazzurd with close friend and fellow producer Khari (Mashonda, LL Cool J, Nappy Roots). Currently they have produced songs for Lemarvin (Motown) Young Steff (Richcraft/Atlantic) Nappy Roots, Jhevon Paris, and new Shady signing Bobby Creekwater. He and Khari have teamed up with super producer BINK! Known for his stunning work on Jay Z's Blueprint and Dynasty Album, Blackstreet, Freeway, Cassidy, Jo Jo, Amerie are among some of his distinguished list of credits. They will be a force to be reckoned with. Ready to fill the void left by the music of old he is ready for the waiting world. August is the sound, the voice, and the truth. "I just want to make music that can take you somewhere, hopefully you'll wanna come with me" - August.

Mama Told Me
August Rigo Lyrics


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(Intro)
(Hoo…hey)(Hey…)(Oh, ho…)(Yeah)

(First Verse)
I see the way that you're walkin' and I can't explain it
You in them tight blues somethin' about you
Curvin' and kickin' them hips and thighs, I can't believe my eyes, tell me is this true?(Ho whoa)
(B-Section)
(You wanna talk about dream type)
(She's the type of chick you take home with)
(That's the type of chick she was)
I couldn't see it, (no), I couldn't believe it, (no), I thought she'd do me right

(Chorus)
I didn't knowMama told me she would play with my mind(She would play with my mind)
But I should've knownMama told me she would play with my mind
I though she was a runway girl who wouldn't break my heart
From the very, very start she had it all fell apart, I should'veI should've listened when she said
Mama told me she would play with my mind(She would play with my mind)

(Second Verse)
Them type of girls ain't gon' never do you right
That's what she told meI just could not see
I'm such a sucker for lips and hips I couldn't think of it, her eyes are mesmerizin' yeah(Ho whoa)

(B-Section)
(You wanna talk about dream type)Dream type chick yeah
(She's the type of chick you take home with)Ooh hoo yeah
(That's the type of chick she was)
I couldn't see it, (no), I couldn't believe it, (no), I thought she'd do me right yeah

(Chorus)
I didn't know(I was such a fool for her)Mama told me she would play with my mind
(My mama told me she would yeah…)But I should've knownMama told me she would play with my mind
(I shoulda known better)I though she was a runway girl who wouldn't break my heart(Oh ho, oh ho)
From the very, very start she had it all fell apart(It all fell apart I should've)I should've
I should've listened when she said(Yeah, when she told me)
Mama told me she would play with my mind(My mind)

(Bridge)
(You wanna talk about dream type)YeahDream type chicks
(She's the type of chick you take home with)
(That's the type of chick she was)Yeah…
I didn't see it, (no), I couldn't believe it, (no), I thought she'd do me right, I didn't know…, hey

(Chorus)
I didn't knowMama told me she would play with my mind(See my mama told me she would and she did)
But I should've knownMama told me she would play with my mind(Oh ho, ho…)
I though she was a runway girl who wouldn't break my heart(Oh ho, ho…)
From the very, very start she had it all fell apart(It all fell apart I should've)I should've
I should've listened when she said(Yeah)Mama told me she would play with my mind(Mama told me oh…)

(Outro)
(I shoulda known about her, I shoulda known)
Mama told me she would play with my mind
(I shoulda known about her, I shoulda known)
(I shoulda known about her, I shoulda known)
Mama told me she would play with my mind
(I shoulda knew she would uh)




(Hoo, hoo…yeah)(Uh ho…)
(Mama told me she would play with my mind)

Overall Meaning

The song "Mama Told Me" by August Rigo is about not listening to the warning signs about a woman who ends up playing with the singer's mind and breaking his heart. The first verse of the song talks about how the woman's tight clothing and curves caught the singer's attention, but he couldn't believe that she was actually interested in him. The B-section talks about the woman being the "dream type" that the singer would take home to his mother, but he couldn't see that she was only going to play with his mind. The chorus repeats that the singer should have listened to his mother's warning about the woman, and that she ended up breaking his heart.


The second verse repeats the sentiment of the first verse, about the singer being unable to see that the woman was the type who would never do him right. Again, the B-section talks about the woman being the "dream type," and the singer realizing that he was a fool for falling for her. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing that the singer should have known better than to trust the woman. The bridge repeats the sentiment of the verses and B-sections before ending with another chorus.


Overall, the song's message is about the importance of paying attention to warning signs, especially from people who care about you. The singer's mother warned him that the woman was only going to play with his mind, but he didn't listen, and ended up heartbroken. The song has a slow, mournful tone that emphasizes the regretful sentiment of the lyrics.




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JernaSenpai

This needs to be on Spotify !! 😭

Callmelina

Frrrrr

Anna Immaculata

It's 2019 and this song still a bop

Ep Padron

I love this song! GO AUGUST!

VK

Can’t believe I’m saying this.. first time hearing this I was 15. Now I’m 27. Fucking holy lol nostalgic as fuck

Calvin H

Same😩

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loveevlogs

2022 and still here listening to this ❤️👌🏽 we need to spotify this yo!

mew

Why is this not on Spotify !!😭😭😭

malisha patel

I LOVE THIS SONG

ARD 3

August Rigo Stevie Hoang Deepside . Class of 08 🙏🏽 🎧

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