Ain't Your Mama
Jennifer Lopez Lyrics


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I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama
I ain't your mama, boy, I ain't your mama
When you're gon' get your act together?
I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama, no
Wake up, rise and shine
Let's get to work on time
No more playing video games
Things are about to change, 'round here, 'round here

We used to be crazy in love
Can we go back to how it was?
When did you get too comfortable?
'Cause I'm too good for that, I'm too good for that
Just remember that, hey

I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama
I ain't your mama, boy, I ain't your mama
When you're gon' get your act together?
I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama, no

Lucky to have these curves
Stop getting on my nerves
You still tryna ride this train?
Some things have got change, 'round here, 'round here

We used to be crazy in love
Can we go back to how it was?
When did you get too comfortable?
'Cause I'm too good for that, I'm too good for that
Just remember that, hey

I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama
I ain't your mama, boy, I ain't your mama
When you're gon' get your act together?
I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama, no
I ain't your mama, no
I ain't your mama, no

We used to be crazy in love
Can we go back to how it was?
When did you get too comfortable?
'Cause I'm too good for that, I'm too good for that
Just remember that, hey

I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama, hey
I ain't your mama, boy (no, no, no)
I ain't your mama (no, no)
When you're gon' get your act together? ('cause I ain't your mama, hey)
I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama ('cause I ain't your mama, hey)
I ain't your mama, boy (na, na, na)
I ain't your mama, boy (na, na, na)
When you're gon' get your act together? (no, I ain't your mama, no)
No, I ain't your mama




No, I ain't your mama
No, I ain't your mama, no

Overall Meaning

Jennifer Lopez's song Ain't Your Mama is a powerful anthem for independent women who have grown tired of performing traditional domestic roles for their partners. The song's lyrics are a call to action for men who expect their partners to serve them and act as their mothers, stating that they will no longer tolerate being treated as such. Lopez's upbeat and confident delivery emphasizes the strength and determination of the song's message.


The lyrics are primarily focused on the frustrations of a woman who is expected to perform traditional domestic duties for her partner. She states that she will no longer be "cooking all day" or "doing your laundry," and reminds him that she is not his mother. She challenges him to "get your act together" and take responsibility for his own life. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "I ain't your mama" to emphasize the singer's independence and refusal to perform the roles that are typically assigned to women.


The second half of the song shifts focus to an earlier time in the relationship, where the couple was "crazy in love." The singer expresses her desire to return to that time, but only if her partner is willing to change his behavior and treat her as an equal. She reminds him that she is "too good for that" and that he needs to step up and take responsibility for his life.


Overall, Ain't Your Mama is a powerful message of independence and self-respect, reminding women that they are strong and capable, and do not need to perform traditional domestic roles for their partners. It challenges traditional gender roles and encourages men to be more responsible and respectful in their relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I ain't gon' be cooking all day, I ain't your mama
I am not your mother who will work for you all day and do everything for you.


I ain't gon' do your laundry, I ain't your mama
I am not your mother who will do your laundry for you.


When you're gon' get your act together?
Why are you not getting yourself sorted out and being responsible for yourself?


No, I ain't your mama
I am not your mother and I refuse to be treated like one.


Wake up, rise and shine
It's time to get up early and start the day positively.


Let's get to work on time
We need to be punctual and responsible in our work and duties.


No more playing video games
It's time to stop playing games and be productive and responsible.


Things are about to change, 'round here, 'round here
The situation is going to change around us, and we need to adapt accordingly.


We used to be crazy in love
We used to have a passionate relationship filled with love.


Can we go back to how it was?
Is it possible to restore our relationship to the way it used to be?


When did you get too comfortable?
When did you start taking me for granted and being too comfortable in our relationship?


'Cause I'm too good for that, I'm too good for that
I deserve better than that type of treatment.


Stop getting on my nerves
Stop irritating and bothering me.


You still tryna ride this train?
Are you still trying to be a part of this relationship?


Some things have got change, 'round here, 'round here
We need to make some changes to our relationship.


I ain't your mama, boy (no, no, no)
I am not your mother and I will not accept being treated like one. (No, no, no)


When you're gon' get your act together? ('cause I ain't your mama, hey)
When are you going to be responsible for yourself? Because I refuse to do everything for you. (Hey)


No, I ain't your mama
I am not your mother and I will not accept being treated like one.




Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Theron Makiel Thomas, Lukasz Gottwald, Gamal Kosh Lewis, Henry Russell Walter, Meghan Elizabeth Trainor, Jacob Kasher Hindlin

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@user-wl4mt7cn9c

Having a job as a woman: fine
Being a housewife (willingly): Also fine
Not wanting to get married: Fine
Wanting to get married: Still fine
Wanting kids and a family: Great
Not wanting kids: Still great
Sleeping around: Fine
Saving it til marriage: Fine

All of these are perfectly fine as long as you don't force people to follow your beliefs. This applies to everyone including men



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@cat_lady3219

Nicki Minaj: yes I do the cooking yes I do the cleaning
Cardi b: I don't cook and I don't clean
Jlo: I ain't your mama

@j3nnq

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@lailaelgouille4843

Dua lipa one dont pick up the phone

@cat_lady3219

@@lailaelgouille4843 lolllll I forgot that one

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@solocoolvibes265

"We used to be crazy in love
Can we go back to how it was"
This part is soo touching šŸ˜­

@boom7189

true is the best part of the song

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