She'd wake us up early every mornin' 

She'd help us say our prayers every night 

She was always there to help us through the hard times 

We could count on her to make everything alright



I remember swingin' on the front porch 

Papa said there's somethin' I need to say tonight 

Mama's been sick for a long time 

Let's pray to God she can make it through the night



(chorus)

Mama don't wanna say goodbye 

She said wipe those tears from your eyes 

Mama I don't wanna say goodbye 

It was written in the Heavens and the skies above 

Son I gave you birth showed you all my love 

I can't think of this life without you it's hard to try 

Mama I'm afraid to say goodbye



Now kids I've been hangin' on a long time 

I hate to leave this world before your grown 

Remember everything that I've taught you 

Remember all the good times when I'm gone



(repeat chorus)



She whispered in my ear before she passed away 

Son it's time to be a man ain't nothin' left to say 

Jesus walked on water I know it's true 

When it comes time he'll call you home 

I hope your ready too



(repeat chorus)