Mama
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C
Mama, just had to call, oh Mama
F
Your baby boy just had his heart broken in two,
C Am D G G7
She said we're through but to send her best to you.
C
Oh Mama, I'd like to run to you Mama
F
I'd come home today, leave right away but things won't work that way
C Am D G
Gotta stay, and be a man, if I can, Oh Mama.
F G
No Mom, I don't know I called her tonight
Em F G
No, not at home, yeah, you're probably right
C A7
Yes I'll take care of myself, no, I'll be alright
F G
I'll go to bed early tonight.
Oh Mama, tell Dad I think of him, Mama
How's Uncle Joe, my puppy Go-Go tell them hello,
Oh I'd better go, but good gosh, I loved her so.
Oh Mama, Don't worry so much, darling Mama
Now Mama don't cry, just say goodbye can't have us both in tears
C Am D F C
Well Mom, you know me yes I'll always be your baby through all the years.
by: José Duarte
jtduarte1@netcabo.pt
How to play Mama
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.