Mama Who Bore Me
John Gallagher Jr. & Lauren Pritchard Lyrics
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Mamma who gave me
No way to handle things
Who made me so sad
Mamma, the weeping
Mamma, the Angels
No sleep in Heaven
Some pray that one day, Christ will come a'-callin'
They light a candle and hope that it glows
And some just lie there crying for Him to come and find them
But when He comes they don't know how to go
Mamma who bore me
Mamma who gave me
No way to handle things
Who made me so bad
Mamma, the weeping
Mamma, the Angels
No sleep in Heaven
Or Bethlehem
The song "Mama Who Bore Me" by John Gallagher Jr. & Lauren Pritchard is a powerful ballad that speaks about the challenges of growing up and dealing with life's difficulties without proper guidance. The first verse talks about a mother who did not provide her child with the tools to handle the obstacles that come their way, and who made them feel sad. The second verse relates to the mother's sorrow and the heavenly ambience that surrounds her, showcasing the contrast between what the mother represents and what the child is experiencing.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Mamma who bore me" and "Mamma who gave me," emphasizing the roots of the child's problems. The third verse speaks of people who pray for guidance and hope for a sign from Christ but are unable to recognize those signs when they appear. The lyrics contrast the hopeful prayer of individuals with the reality of their inability to recognize the path they should take.
The song is a powerful commentary on the importance of parental guidance and emotional support in children's lives. It highlights the consequences of neglect and emotional abandonment of children and the impact it can have on their self-esteem and mental health.
Line by Line Meaning
Mamma who bore me
Mother who birthed me
Mamma who gave me
Mother who gave me life
No way to handle things
No guidance on how to cope
Who made me so sad
What caused my deep sorrow
Mamma, the weeping
Mother who cries
Mamma, the Angels
Mother who is like an angel
No sleep in Heaven
No rest or peace in the afterlife
Or Bethlehem
Or the place of Christ's birth
Some pray that one day, Christ will come a'-callin'
Some hope that Christ will come and save them
They light a candle and hope that it glows
They seek comfort in lighting a candle
And some just lie there crying for Him to come and find them
Some feel lost and helpless, hoping for rescue
But when He comes they don't know how to go
But when He arrives, they don't know what to do next
Mamma who bore me
Mother who gave birth to me
Mamma who gave me
Mother who gave me my life
No way to handle things
No tools for dealing with life's difficulties
Who made me so bad
What caused me to be flawed
Mamma, the weeping
Mother who constantly cries
Mamma, the Angels
Mother who is like a guardian angel
No sleep in Heaven
No rest even in the afterlife
Or Bethlehem
Or the birthplace of Christ
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVEN SATER, DUNCAN SHEIK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@oceanelanteigne8601
Ok, but when John started singing, the musicians were like: WE NEED TO SPEED THIS SONG!
@macrent2
I believe it is to show his emotional state.
@inacityalone
it might be on account of the limited tv airtime, just my two cents lol
@Stepbackbrick
most beautiful duet in broadway history
@robynpainter7469
So weird to see Lauren sing Blue Wind in her green dress haha, she's so gorgeous and talented - <3
@madelinetaggart1763
I love this song so much
@thomasheyes5747
okay but can I get a revival with Ethan Slater as Moritz and John as Adult Male
@maryriek3188
:)
Good singing
@kareneastman9695
I thought he started singing "Don't Do Sadness first and she sang Blue Wind.I was wrong.:-:-)
@broadwaydisney6411
I added the song titles. Thank you!