Mama's alright
YEN TOWN BAND Lyrics

Mama's alright
The singer is reassured that Mama is doing well and everything is okay.

She's got the taste you need
Mama has a certain something that the singer and/or others find appealing or necessary.

She's got that smile
Mama has a pleasant expression on her face that people notice and appreciate.

But if you're in doubt, pick up the telephone Another reason for you to cry
If someone is uncertain about something related to Mama, they can call her for clarification, but there may be an underlying negative issue causing distress.

Another reason that mama lied to you
There may have been previous situations where Mama was dishonest or deceptive.

That little black skirt she wears And with her thick pink lips she swears She may not be a lady but She's alright She's got the walk men love She's got the voice that makes men melt
The singer describes Mama's physical appearance and mannerisms that are attractive to men, despite her not conforming to traditional societal expectations of what a lady should be.

she may not be calling you tonight But Mama knows her wrong from right and she Will say "so what" And Mama knows to be herself so she can be with me...and now
Mama may not be interested in contacting the singer, but she is confident in her morals and identity, and this is a quality that the singer values and admires.

I never felt the real her I never touched the real her She may not be alive but she's alright
The artist may not have fully understood or connected with Mama, but she still remains an important presence and influence in their life, even if she is no longer living.

And you should know your wrong from right so you can say "so what" And you should know to be yourself so you can be with me...and now
The artist encourages others to have strong moral values, be confident in their identity, and prioritize being true to themselves.

Saw you last night You had the taste I need I saw you last night But You didn't smile if you're in doubt Pick up the telephone Now I'm alright 'Cause I got the smile
The artist saw someone they were attracted to, but they were not reciprocated with a smile, causing them doubt and worry, but they were able to overcome this feeling by finding their own inner happiness and confidence.

Yeah Mama's alright She's got the taste you need Mama's alright She's got that smile Mama's alright She's got the taste you need Mama's alright She's got that smile
Repetition of the chorus reinforces the singer's belief that Mama is doing well and has positive qualities that people appreciate.