In 1980 Cuban's father emigrated from Cuba to the United States, eventually settling in the New York City borough of the Bronx. Cuban Link quickly learned English, and was immediately infuenced by early hip-hop culture. Cuban began writing lyrics at the age of 15 and became friends with fellow Latin rappers Triple Seis and Big Punisher. Their friendship was close; in 1994 when Cuban Link was stabbed, he considered giving up rapping. Big Pun encouraged him, and convinced him to continue.
Bronx rapper Fat Joe soon recruited the three into the group Terror Squad, and began to make ripples in the New York hip-hop scene, receiving recognition from world-famous rappers like Nas, who quoted their lyrics back to them when they first met.
Cuban was first heard alongside Big Pun on the 1997 single "Off the Books", and made numerous appearances on Pun's platinum "Capital Punishment". He was also heard on the Terror Squad tracks "Bet Ya Man Can't" and "Tell Me What You Want".
When Big Pun died in 2000, Cuban released his first solo single, "Flowers For The Dead", as a tribute to Pun. It was shortly afterward that Cuban Link began disagreeing with Fat Joe on manegerial decisions and their infamous problem began.
Cuban Link's latest album Chain Reaction was released on the August 16, 2005, and features guest appearances from The Game, Jadakiss, and Mya.
Hey Mama
Cuban Link Lyrics
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you will always be my number one
im sorry (OoOhhh yeah)
hey mama you will always be my shining star
held me tight when i was in your arms
im sorry (mami im sorry OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yeah)
madre querida se que te rompi el corazon
vine a perdirte el perdon (ay mami OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yea)
Tu eres mi vida porque es que yo canto esta cancion
vine a pedirte el perdon (ay mami....mami perdona me)
perdon madre mia
Mami im sorry i know i probably broke your heart im just like papi
i hope this apology hears your stars like miaki
you stood by me right from the start
i love you mami from your son youll always be my shining star
made me proud to be part of a family thanx ma
you never lied to me or tried to be somebody your not
you told me how to be a proper g just like grandpa
and always told me to be tough in a problem you cant solve
never abanded me always sang me to sleep with sweet La-La byes
ma i apalagize i swear it on my fathers eyes
make up for all the lies overgrow old and wise
lifes to short as young as i am i cant afford to die
is all nice so i praise god you still alive 65 still giving your grandson piggy rides
i wonder why when i was young i wanted guns and knifes
puffin blunts getting high just hangin with the guys
tyme flys just like back to the future
watchin my son now is another reason why i salut you a trooper
a super women from Cuba
good in cooking,shyt my moms las reina de las tuffas no hay escusas
the truth is that i went to far cause if not i wouldent have been behind bars locked up sleeping on cots
never forgot you an pop's bailed me out on the spot
soon as i got home my mom started landing the knot's
that meant you love me a lot i made you suffer a lot
inside you hurting but outside you looking tough as a rock
up in the bronx growing up in the profess of blocks
where you cant trust nobody an the buses dont stop
we lived the hard-knock life far from nice mom was right
pops would take the better last doller on the cock fights
thanx to christ i rock mickes for a lunch prize
tryna do was right paying you back for what you sacraficed
(Chorus)
Hey mama sorry for the things that i have done (you will always be)
you will always be my number one im sorry OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yeah (yeah uh huh)
hey mama (hey mama) (c'mon) you will always be my shining star (you will always be my shining star) yea for you i sing this song
held me tight when i was in your arms (yea)
im sorry,mami im sorry
yea perdon madre mia....
(Talking)
Mami i love you, you know that just sometimes is hard to express it
the life i live the life i chose
so im here to express my real feelings you know i love you now an forever
till death do us part youll always be my heart
Madre querida yo se que te rompi el corazon
vine a pedirte el perdon (ay mami OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yea)
tu eres mi vida porque es que yo canto esta canccion
vine a pedirte el perdon (ay mami)
Mami perdona me...
In "Hey Mama," Cuban Link apologizes to his mother for the mistakes he has made and acknowledges how she has always been there for him as a shining star. The song is an emotional tribute to his mother, who has been his constant support system throughout his life. Cuban Link acknowledges that he has broken his mother's heart but asks for forgiveness and wishes to express his love and appreciation for all the sacrifices she has made for him.
The song is a beautiful reminder of the love and bond between a mother and her child, and how important it is to cherish and value that bond. Cuban Link's lyrics show us that it is never too late to make amends and ask for forgiveness, and that the love between a mother and her child can overcome any obstacle.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey mama sorry for the things that i have done
Apologizing to my mother for all the mistakes I have made in the past.
you will always be my number one
My mother will always have a special place in my heart and be my top priority.
im sorry (OoOhhh yeah)
Expressing heartfelt remorse for my actions.
hey mama you will always be my shining star
My mother has always been and will continue to be a guiding light in my life.
held me tight when i was in your arms
During difficult times, my mother has been a source of comfort and support for me.
im sorry (mami im sorry OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yeah)
Continuing to express my sincere apologies to my mother.
madre querida se que te rompi el corazon
My beloved mother, I know that I have broken your heart before.
vine a perdirte el perdon (ay mami OoOoOoOoOhhhhhh yea)
I have come to ask for your forgiveness, dear mother, and I am truly sorry.
Tu eres mi vida porque es que yo canto esta cancion
My mother is my life, and that's why I am singing this song.
vine a pedirte el perdon (ay mami....mami perdona me)
I have come to ask for your forgiveness, oh mother, please forgive me.
perdon madre mia
Asking for forgiveness from my dear mother.
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@WBOYBX
This almost 20 years old...wow... Timeless music will never get old
@House-of-Isaac
A yo The LAYERING of Tony Sunshines VOCALS is so DOPE!!! also that sample from Scare face remade with live samples SO FREAKing AMAZING !
@RR-wc6nq
Man when Cuban rerelease this he gonna get the recognition he deserves 💪💯Album been the shit
@amauryramirez3947
I freaking loved this song made me think of my momma who raised me . I lost her 3 years ago now thank you cuban link shes resting back home in the BX
@jayc2670
RIP to your moms💪🏽
@amauryramirez3947
Thanks hec cr
@danblaster8530
i cant hear this song without getting emotional. I LUV MY MOM
@tiffanycruz2903
So true , my only memory I'd when she fixed me a plate of food. She had am addicted heroin after my dad was murder
@filmgreatmasterpeace8223
Love this SONG!!!!! SALUTE to CUBAN LINK for this!!!!!
@ricovazquez8040
I still love this song , Cuban definitely was a different breed . Spoke from his heart