Mama Said
DJ Smash Lyrics


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Walked through glass and break my back
Over backwards, odds are stacked against me
Against me
Holding on to save my life
Still pretending that I'm fine, they want me
They want me (hey)

I never should of ever messed with you
Tripping over lies I thought were true
Wish I would've known that love is cruel, oh oh oh

Momma said that there'd be ones like you (like you)
Give me hell and make me play the fool (yeah)
If I don't break before too long
One more night then I'd be gone
Singing, singing, singing
The same old song

Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself

The same old song
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself (oh yeah)
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself


All the visions in my head
Steer me wrong right to your bed
You played me, you played me (you played me)
Tell myself just one more day
Pull me in, I always stay
You used me (ohh), you used me (you used me)

Never should of ever messed with you (never)
Tripping over lies I thought were true (yeah)
Wish I would've known that love is cruel
Oh oh oh (love is cruel baby)

Momma said that there'd be ones like you
Give me hell and make me play the fool (yeah)
If I don't break before too long
One more night then I'd be gone
Singing, singing, singing
The same old song

Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself

Momma said that there'd be ones like you (like you)
Give me hell and make me play the fool (the fool)
If I don't break before too long (I'll break)
One more night then I'd be gone (one more night)
Singing, singing, singing
The same old song

Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself (oh yeah, yeah)
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself
Momma said keep your hands to yourself (momma said)
Keep your hands to yourself
Keep your hands to yourself (yeah)

(Oh) momma said that there'd be ones like you (oh momma said)
Give me hell and make me play the fool
If I don't break before too long
One more night then I'd be gone
Singing, singing, singing (ooh)
The same old song

Whoa oh, ooh yeah, ooh yeah




Oh ahh, oh ahh, oh ahh
The same old song

Overall Meaning

The song "Mama Said" by DJ Smash explores themes of heartbreak, deception, and the conflicting emotions that come with being involved in a toxic relationship. The lyrics depict a protagonist who has experienced pain and adversity, symbolized by walking through glass and breaking their back. They face daunting odds stacked against them and feel as though they are being targeted. Despite this, they hold on and pretend to be fine, even though they know they are being wanted and used by their partner.


The chorus of the song reflects the singer's mother's advice, warning them about people like their partner who cause trouble and make them look foolish. The singer regrets getting involved with their partner and recognizes that love can be cruel, highlighting the pain and disappointment they have experienced. They sing about wanting to break free from the toxic relationship, hoping for one more night before they can leave for good.


The repeated refrain about keeping hands to oneself serves as a metaphor for refraining from getting involved with toxic individuals. The singer's mother serves as a source of wisdom and guidance throughout the song, reinforcing the message of self-preservation and protection.


The bridge of the song delves deeper into the singer's internal struggle. They acknowledge the visions in their head that led them astray and the realization that they have been used by their partner. The regret over getting involved with this person and the recognition of love's cruelties are emphasized once again.


The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing that even though the singer is singing the same old song of heartbreak and disappointment, they are still determined to heed their mother's advice and keep their hands to themselves. Ultimately, "Mama Said" is a reflection on the universal experiences of heartbreak, the longing for freedom, and the importance of self-preservation in toxic relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Walked through glass and break my back
I have endured immense pain and hardship


Over backwards, odds are stacked against me
I have put in excessive effort, but the circumstances are against me


Holding on to save my life
I am desperately clinging to survival


Still pretending that I'm fine, they want me
I am putting on a facade, while others desire to see my downfall


I never should of ever messed with you
I should have never involved myself with you


Tripping over lies I thought were true
I have stumbled upon deceitful falsehoods that I believed were genuine


Wish I would've known that love is cruel, oh oh oh
I wish I had been aware that love can be heartlessly cruel


Momma said that there'd be ones like you (like you)
My mother warned me about encountering individuals like you


Give me hell and make me play the fool (yeah)
You torment me and manipulate me into looking foolish


If I don't break before too long
If I can withstand the pressure for a little while longer


One more night then I'd be gone
Just one more night, and I will leave


Singing, singing, singing
I find solace in expressing my emotions through song


The same old song
I am trapped in a repetitive cycle of pain and disappointment


Momma said keep your hands to yourself
My mother advised me to refrain from getting involved physically


Keep your hands to yourself
Resist engaging in physical contact


All the visions in my head
All the scenarios and images in my mind


Steer me wrong right to your bed
Lead me astray directly into your embrace


You played me, you played me (you played me)
You deceived and manipulated me


Tell myself just one more day
Convince myself to endure another day


Pull me in, I always stay
You irresistibly attract me, and I constantly remain


You used me (ohh), you used me (you used me)
You took advantage of me


Never should of ever messed with you (never)
I should have never become involved with you


Tripping over lies I thought were true (yeah)
I stumbled upon deceitful falsehoods that I believed were genuine


Wish I would've known that love is cruel
I wish I had been aware that love can be heartlessly cruel


Momma said that there'd be ones like you
My mother warned me about encountering individuals like you


Give me hell and make me play the fool (yeah)
You torment me and manipulate me into looking foolish


If I don't break before too long (I'll break)
If I don't reach my breaking point soon, I will end up breaking


One more night then I'd be gone (one more night)
Just one more night, and I will leave


Singing, singing, singing
I find solace in expressing my emotions through song


The same old song
I am trapped in a repetitive cycle of pain and disappointment


Whoa oh, ooh yeah, ooh yeah
An expression of emotional distress and resignation


Oh ahh, oh ahh, oh ahh
An expression of emotional distress and resignation




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrej Leonidovich Shirman, Tyler James Bellinger

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