Mother
Maines Natalie Lyrics

Mother do you think they'll drop the bomb
Asking mother if she thinks that the war or political tensions between countries could lead to an atomic bomb being dropped.

Mother do you think they'll like the song
Asking mother if she thinks that people will appreciate her music and art, or if they will dismiss it as trivial.

Mother do you think they'll try to break my balls
Asking mother if she thinks that people will try to undermine her or make her life difficult because of her beliefs or artistic expression.

Ooh ah, mother should I build a wall
Asking mother if she should isolate herself from the 'outside world' by building a figurative or literal wall around herself for protection.

Mother should I run for president
Asking mother if she should take a leadership role in politics or in society in general, and whether she is capable of handling such a position.

Mother should I trust the government
Asking mother if she should put her faith in the authorities or institutions that govern society, or if they are not to be trusted.

Mama will they put me in the firing line
Asking mother if her statements or actions could lead her to harm or danger, if she becomes a target for criticism or backlash.

Ooh ah, is it it just a waste of time
Questioning whether her efforts and struggles are futile, or if they are worth pursuing despite the challenges and obstacles in her way.

Hush now baby baby don't you cry
Assuring herself or her younger self that everything will be okay, and soothing any fears and doubts they may have.

Mama's gonna make all of your nightmares come true
Implying that her motherly figure will raise her with fear and worry, making her paranoid about the world around her and the dangers that lurk everywhere.

Mama's gonna put all of her fears into you
Continuing the previous sentiment, suggesting that the motherly figure will project all her insecurities and anxieties onto her, making her bear the burden of her mother's fears.

Mama's gonna keep you right here under her wing
Stating that her motherly figure will keep her close and protected, but also constrained and unable to explore the world beyond her reach.

She won't let you fly but she might let you sing
Emphasizing that her mother will keep her in check and prevent her from reaching her full potential, but also allowing her to express herself and fulfill some of her dreams through music.

Mama will keep baby cozy and warm
Repeating the idea of protection and comfort that her motherly figure provides, without giving her a chance to grow beyond her comfort zone.

Ooh babe
An interjection expressing affection or comfort towards someone (in this case, herself).

Ooh babe
Repeating the previous sentiment.

Ooh babe of course mama's gonna help build the wall
Repeating the previous line asking whether she should build a wall, but now acknowledging that her mother would advocate for it as well, further instilling a sense of protectionism and isolationism in her.

Mother do think she's good enough For me
Asking mother for approval of a potential partner or lover, and questioning whether she measures up to her standards.

Mother do think she's dangerous To me
Asking mother whether a partner or lover would pose a threat or risk to her well-being or stability.

Mother will she tear your little boy apart
Questioning whether a partner or lover could harm her son, or break their relationship apart, causing her grief and disappointment.

Ooh ah, mother will she break my heart
Continuing the previous sentiment, wondering if the impact of a potential relationship would be devastating and painful, possibly resulting in emotional damage.

Hush now baby, baby don't you cry
Reassuring herself or her younger self that regardless of the outcome of a relationship, she will be able to handle it and emerge stronger from the experience.

Mama's gonna check out all your girlfriends for you
Asserting that her motherly figure will have a say in who she chooses to date and will scrutinize her partners to ensure that they meet her standards and expectations.

Mama won't let anyone dirty get through
Emphasizing that her mother would actively prevent her from entering a relationship with someone who is of low moral character or who would not treat her properly.

Mama's gonna wait up till you get in
Highlighting the motherly figure's care and concern for her well-being, and her need to know that she is safe and sound when she comes home.

Mama will always find out where you've been
Continuing the previous sentiment, suggesting that her mother would track her movements and whereabouts, ensuring that she is always aware of her situation and location.

Mamma's gonna keep baby healthy and clean
Concluding the song with a final homage to the motherly figure's role in protecting and nurturing her, ensuring that she lives a healthy and clean life, but also insinuating that she will always be subordinate to her mother's watchful gaze.