Launching their debut album in 2012 on Copenhagen Records, Lukas Graham quickly became a popular live act in Denmark. That success translated to the rest of Europe and caught the attention of Warner Bros. Records who co-signed them in 2013. The band’s music was first introduced worldwide with the release of their two singles "Mama Said" and "7 Years", the latter of which topped various international charts. Their second album was released internationally on April 1.
Mama Said
Lukas Graham Lyrics
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Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And daddy told us never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun
'Cause we were good kids
Remember asking both my mom and dad
Why we never travelled to exotic lands
We only ever really visit' friends
Nothing to tell when the summer ends
We never really went buying clothes
Folks were passing on the stuff in plenty loads
New shoes once a year and then
Out to play ball so we could ruin them
When mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And daddy told us never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun
'Cause we were good kids
Don't get me wrong I didn't have it bad
I got enough lovin' from my mom and dad
But I don't think they really understood
When I said that I wanted to deal in Hollywood
I told 'em I'd be singing on TV
The other kids were calling me a wannabe
The older kids they started bugging me
But now they're all standing right in front of me
When Mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And daddy told us never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun
'Cause we were good kids
I know which place I'm from
I know my home
When I'm in doubt and struggling
That's where I'll go
An old friend can give advice
When new friends only know a half story
That's why I always keep 'em tight
And why I'm okay
I said I'm okay
You know what my mama said?
You know what she told me?
My mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And daddy told us never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun
'Cause we were good kids
My mama said that it was okay
Babada baba
Babada babada baba
Babada babada baba
My mama said that it was okay
Babada baba
Babada babada baba
Babada babada baba
My mama said that it was okay
Lukas Graham's song Mama Said is about the singer's upbringing and the love and guidance he received from his parents. The song highlights his humble beginnings and how despite not having financial wealth, he was rich in love and support from his family. The song talks about how the singer's parents told him and his siblings that they were good kids, and how they should ignore anyone who tries to bring them down. The song highlights the sacrifices made by his parents to provide for their family and how the singer still values those lessons taught by his mother and father.
The lyrics talk about the singer's desire to travel to exotic places and pursue his dream of singing in Hollywood. He talks about how the older kids used to bully him, but now they look up to him. The lyrics show how the singer is grateful for his upbringing and how it has made him the person he is today.
Overall, Mama Said is a song about unconditional love, support, and guidance from a mother and father. It highlights the importance of being proud of where you come from and not letting anyone make you feel inferior. The song is a testament to the values and principles taught by parents and the role they play in shaping their children's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
When mama said that it was okay
Mama reassured us everything will be fine
Mama said that it was quite alright
Mama confirmed that everything was indeed alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
Families like us would always have a place to sleep and never be homeless
And it was okay
We were content with what we had
Mama told us we were good kids
Our parents believed that we were well-behaved children
And daddy told us never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun
Our father advised us to ignore bullies and not let them affect us
Remember asking both my mom and dad
Reflecting on past conversations with parents
Why we never travelled to exotic lands
Questioning why we never went on extravagant vacations
We only ever really visit' friends
Our family often visited our friends instead of traveling far
Nothing to tell when the summer ends
Our summer was uneventful and lacked interesting stories to share
We never really went buying clothes
We didn't have a lot of money to buy new clothes
Folks were passing on the stuff in plenty loads
Our family received hand-me-down clothing from others
New shoes once a year and then
Out to play ball so we could ruin them
We only received new shoes once per year and then would wear them to play sports and get them dirty
Don't get me wrong I didn't have it bad
Not complaining about a difficult life
I got enough lovin' from my mom and dad
Our parents gave us plenty of love and support
But I don't think they really understood
Our parents didn't fully understand our aspirations and dreams
When I said that I wanted to deal in Hollywood
When we shared our ambition to be a part of Hollywood
I told 'em I'd be singing on TV
We explained to our parents that we wanted to sing on television
The other kids were calling me a wannabe
Our peers teased us and called us names
The older kids they started bugging me
Even older kids would make fun of us
But now they're all standing right in front of me
Our detractors are now face to face with our success
I know which place I'm from
I know my home
We are proud of where we come from and cherish our roots
When I'm in doubt and struggling
That's where I'll go
In tough times, we turn to our family for help and support
An old friend can give advice
When new friends only know a half story
Old, trusted friends can offer better advice than new acquaintances
That's why I always keep 'em tight
And why I'm okay
I said I'm okay
Having close, trustworthy friends ensures our wellbeing and happiness
Babada baba
Babada babada baba
Babada babada baba
My mama said that it was okay
Repeating the comforting words of our mother
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christopher Brown, Martin Charnin, Lukas Forchhammer, Stefan Forrest, Morten Ristorp Jensen, Morten Pilegaard, Charles Strouse
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When Mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And Daddy told us, "Never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun"
'Cause we were good kids
Remember asking both my mom and dad
Why we never traveled to exotic lands
We only ever really visit friends
Nothing to tell when the summer ends
We never really went buying clothes
Folks were passing on the stuff in plenty loads
New shoes once a year and then
Out to play ball so we could ruin them
When Mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And Daddy told us, "Never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun"
'Cause we were good kids
Don't get me wrong I didn't have it bad
I got enough loving from my mom and dad
But I don't think they really understood
When I said that I wanted the deal in Hollywood
I told them I'll be singing on TV
The other kids were calling me a wannabe
The older kids, they started bugging me
But now they're all standing right in front of me
When Mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And Daddy told us, "Never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun"
'Cause we were good kids
I know which place I'm from
I know my home
When I'm in doubt and struggling
That's where I go
An old friend can give advice
When new friends only know a half story
That's why I always keep 'em tight
And why I'm okay
I said I'm okay
You know what my mama said?
You know what she told me?
My Mama said that it was okay
Mama said that it was quite alright
Our kind of people had a bed for the night
And it was okay
Mama told us we were good kids
And Daddy told us, "Never listen to the ones
Pointing nasty fingers and making fun"
'Cause we were good kids
And Mama said that it was okay
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
And Mama said that it was okay
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
Ba-ba-da, ba-ba-da, ba-ba
And Mama said that it was okay
@HighlightHeaven
He looks like that actor from hot tub time machine
@realdip2713
right😂
@sajmonkaniczyk3546
Wot
@mappide6692
I’m 2000 kid, I never watch it
@susanlewis1013
That character also plays in seasons 8 & 9 of The Office.. I also thought this was Clark at first 😂🤣
@jacobpugh87
And like Michael REEEEEEEEves lol
@elainan9302
When it said, “our kind of people had a bed for the night. And it was okay”, it makes me think of how grateful I am to have a home.
@slowmo338
For me it was" I didn't have it bad, I got plenty loving from mom and dad. "
My youth, we didn't have much, but we had what mattered.
@lozzylols
I love songs that really make you think!
@franczeskasubaxolox9353
I get where ur going