Look Mama
Howard Jones
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Honey, I think Audrey's a little mature for you No I don't think she's mature I think she's nice Hey mom when are we going Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Don't wrap me up in cotton wool You can't treat me like a fool Anyway if I was, you gotta let me be one OK give me your advice It's not my fault if I can't be wise Show me a person who hasn't been done Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Don't try to stick your rules on me I wasn't born as a carbon copy I came out of you But don't think that you own me I have my respect for you I won't try to change the things you do Give me a break Let me learn it my way You think you know more than me Experience hasn't set you free Look mama I Love you Look mama, look, look mama, look Look mama I Love you Loom mama, look, look mama, look I gotta make my own mistakes Why can't you treat me like a friend Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Look mama I Love you But you gotta let me live my life Look mama I Love you Look mama, look, look mama, look Look mama, look
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Written by: HOWARD JONES
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Look Mama" is a song that falls under the new wave and pop genre style of music.
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Artist InformationThe song is performed and recorded by Howard Jones, an English singer, and songwriter. He was also heavily involved in the New Wave music scene during the 1980s.
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Album Information"Look Mama" is part of the album titled "Dream into Action," released in 1985.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached #10 on the UK singles chart and #1 on the US Dance Club Songs chart, demonstrating its popularity during the time.
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Songwriting CreditsHoward Jones is also credited for writing "Look Mama," showcasing his talents as a songwriter along with being a vocalist.
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Video ConceptThe music video for the song is unique for its use of puppetry skills, featuring Jones interacting with puppet versions of himself and his family.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "Look Mama" centers on the theme of individuality and the journey of finding one's own identity, which was common in many of Jones' songs.
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Live PerformancesThe energy and enthusiasm that Howard Jones brings to his live performances are well-demonstrated through the performances of "Look Mama."
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Unique Production DetailThe song is notable for its synthesizer-based sound, a staple in Jones's music and popular trend in 1980s new wave music.
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Contemporary Reception"Look Mama" is still revered as one of Howard Jones' classic hits, with contemporary reviews commenting on its catchy melody and the depth of its lyrical content.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has had lasting appeal, getting featured in several 80s compilation albums and being played on radio stations dedicated to the 80s music even today.
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Remix VersionsThere are several remix versions of "Look Mama," including an extended mix released in 1985.
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Contribution to Career"Look Mama" contributed significantly to Howard Jones' early success and solidified his status as a leading figure in the 1980s new wave music factor.
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