Mama Said
Cat Clyde Lyrics
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it's gonna be a flight
We gotta pack our bags and go
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
Mama said
we gotta go right now
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
Mama said
we're going a way
I've never been so far away
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
I think about it all the time
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I think about it all the time
Mama said
we've gotta change the sky
So she won't have to cry
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
Mama said
we gotta get in the car
We gotta get in the car and drive
I don't wanna drive
I don't wanna drive
I don't wanna drive away uuh
Mama said
we gotta start a new life
I already have a life
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
I think about it all the time
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uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
I think about it all the time
Mama said
it's gonna be a flight
We gotta pack our bags and go
uuh-uh
uuh-uh
uuuuuuh-uh
In "Mama Said," Cat Clyde sings about the difficult decision to leave behind everything familiar and embark on a new journey, guided by her mother's wisdom. The song opens with the repeated line, "Mama said it's gonna be a flight," suggesting that the departure will be a significant and transformative event. The singer expresses hesitation and reluctance to leave, indicating a deep attachment to her current life. However, Mama's words carry weight and the family must pack their bags and go, despite any misgivings.
The next verse intensifies the theme of leaving behind the familiar. Mama insists that they must go "way / I've never been so far away." This line sets the stage for a physical, as well as a metaphorical journey, signifying a complete uprooting and starting afresh. The singer admits that she thinks "about it all the time," reflecting the overwhelming nature of this change. In the bridge, Mama explains the purpose of this journey: "we've gotta change the sky / so she won't have to cry." Here, the singer's mother appears to be trying to shield her daughter from some unknown pain, suggesting that the journey is precipitated by some kind of crisis.
Overall, "Mama Said" is a poignant song about leaving behind the familiar and starting anew, guided by the wisdom of a mother's words. The song portrays the uncertainty and reluctance that often accompany such a journey, but ultimately suggests that such changes can bring about transformative growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama said
The singer's mother is giving instructions.
it's gonna be a flight
The upcoming journey will involve air travel.
We gotta pack our bags and go
They must gather their belongings and leave quickly.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuuuuuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
Mama said
The singer's mother is giving instructions.
we gotta go right now
They must depart immediately.
I don't wanna go right now
The artist is hesitant and does not want to leave.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuuuuuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
Mama said
The singer's mother is giving instructions.
we're going a way
The destination is unfamiliar to them.
I've never been so far away
The singer is expressing a feeling of being distant from home.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuuuuuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
I think about it all the time
The singer frequently reflects on the situation and their emotions surrounding it.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
Mama said
The artist's mother is giving instructions.
we've gotta change the sky
They need to leave their current environment for a fresh start.
So she won't have to cry
The reason for the move is likely to alleviate sadness or hardship for someone else.
Mama said
The artist's mother is giving instructions.
we gotta get in the car
Transportation will be by automobile.
We gotta get in the car and drive
They need to begin their journey by driving the car.
I don't wanna drive
The singer is expressing a lack of desire or willingness to operate the vehicle.
I don't wanna drive away uuh
The artist is emphasizing their reluctance to leave by repeating their aversion to driving.
Mama said
The artist's mother is giving instructions.
we gotta start a new life
The intention of the move is to begin living differently.
I already have a life
The singer is content with their current situation and does not feel compelled to change their lifestyle.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuuuuuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
I think about it all the time
The singer frequently reflects on the situation and their emotions surrounding it.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
Mama said
The singer's mother is giving instructions.
it's gonna be a flight
The upcoming journey will involve air travel.
We gotta pack our bags and go
They must gather their belongings and leave quickly.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
uuuuuuh-uh
Vocalization with no specific meaning.
Contributed by Nathaniel A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CatClydeMusic
Thank you all so much for listening!
LYRICS:
Mama said there’s gunna be a flood
We gotta pack our bags and go
Ohh ohhh
Mama said we gotta go right now
I don’t wanna go right now
Ohh ohhh
Mama said we’re going away
I’ve never been so far away
Ohh ohhh
I think about it all the time
Ohhh
I think about it all the time
Mama said we've gotta change the sky
So she won’t have to cry
Ohh ohhh
Mama said we gotta get in that car
We gotta get in that car and drive
I don’t wanna drive,
I don’t wanna drive
I don’t wanna drive away ohh
Mama said we gotta start a new life
I already have a life
Ohh ohhh
I think about it all the time
Ohh
I think about it all the time
Mama said there’s gunna be a flood
We gotta pack our bags and go
@SaracidalOW
This song makes me think of my older sister. My mom was at rock bottom, spiraling in drug addiction and prostitution and 3 of us were suffering the consequences of that. My sister about 20 years older than me took us one night. She asked us if we wanted to leave that place, and all of us with wide - happy eyes said yes! Her and her boyfriend packed us into a little car and drove us that night from California to Michigan. No looking back. It saved our lives from following suit. Sometimes you gotta listen to what "mama" says- whoever that is to you. Sometimes you gotta be "mama" and climb out of the depths with nothing but a bag to your name. Sending healing and love to anyone reading this. Thank you for this song.
@CH-ns4gv
I dont know you, but I'm happy you're ok
@jazmineavila2812
So happy you had a sister who took initiative to take care of you guys. Stay blessed honey!! ✨🙏🏽
@TimothyChenAllen
Thank goodness! Glad you got safe. Hope your biological mom got clean.
@ralph1881
God bless you
@lazylion420
is your sister still with the boyfriend? that's an intense commitment. he sounds like a good guy.
@krystapowles556
My dad was heavy into drugs and my mom was trying to distract us from noticing. She packed us up one night and we moved into a hotel to get away from him. This song resonates with me so much. Reminds me of not knowing what to expect and following your parents around aimlessly. Thank you for the beautiful healing song! 🎼I think about it all the time!! 🎶
@fakshen1973
Really gnaws at what it's like to be a child and having to deal with the fallout of adult problems... from the eyes of a child. Love it.
@funky_gold_medusa
Bang on. Mama’s problems that we have the power to decide
how much we let impact our path in adulthood. Only differentiated adults can make wise decisions in this regard.
@jeffreywells3884
Man, so f'n true.