A Song for Mama
Boyz II Men
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You taught me everything Everything you've given me I'll always keep it inside You're the driving force in my life, yeah There isn't anything Or anyone that I could be And it just wouldn't feel right If I didn't have you by my side You were there for me to love and care for me When skies were gray Whenever I was down You were always there to comfort me And no one else can be What you have been to me you will always be You will always be the girl In my life for all times Mama, Mama you know I love you (You know I love you) Mama, Mama you're the queen of my heart Your love is like tears from the stars, yes it is Mama I just want you to know lovin' you is like food to my soul Yes it is, yes it is, oh, yes it is, yes it is, yes it is oh You're always there for me Have always been around for me even when I was bad You showed me right from my wrong Yes you did And you took up for me When everyone was downin' me You always did understand You gave me strength to go on There were so many times Looking back when I was so afraid And then you'd come to me and say to me I can face anything And no one else can do What you have done for me You'll always be, you will always be The girl in my life, ooh oh Mama, Mama you know I love you (You know I love you, you know I love you) Mama, Mama you're the queen of my heart, (You are) Your love is like tears from the stars (Your love is like tears from the stars) Mama I just want you to know (Mama I just want you to know) Lovin' you is like food to my soul Never gonna go a day without you Fills me up just thinkin' about you I'll never go a day without my mama Mama, Mama you know I love you Mama, Mama you're the queen of my heart Your love is like tears from the stars (Your love is like tears from the stars) Mama I just want you to know lovin' you is like food to my soul Lovin' you is like food to my soul, oh yeah You are the food to my soul, yes you are
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Written by: KENNETH EDMONDS
Lyrics © FOX MUSIC, INC., BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Background History"A Song for Mama" is an R&B and soul song by the American boy band Boyz II Men, released in 1997.
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Song's CompositionThe song was composed by American musician and record producer Babyface who has won numerous Grammy Awards.
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Soundtrack InclusionIt was included in the soundtrack of a movie - "Soul Food", produced by Babyface. The song was also a part of their third studio album, "Evolution."
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Chart Performance"A Song for Mama" peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number one on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, marking it as a commercial success.
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DedicationThe song is a beautiful homage to all mothers worldwide, reflecting the eternal love, care, and sacrifices made by a mother.
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GenreIt is primarily an R&B song, with elements of soul and pop.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including Spice Girl Mel B, who performed it on "Dancing with the Stars", and British pop group Steps, who included it on their 2012 holiday album, "Light Up The World."
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by F. Gary Gray. It features scenes of the band members and their mothers, along with clips from the "Soul Food" movie.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough the song didn't win any major awards, it was nominated for Best Original Song at the 1997 Satellite Awards.
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Commercial Performance"A Song for Mama" went on to be certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and sold over 1.1 million copies in the United States alone.
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LegacyOver two decades after its release, the song continues to be a popular choice for special events like Mother's Day, weddings, and graduations, revealing its long-lasting resonance with audiences.
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