“Mama Said” is a song performed by the American girl group The Shirelles, released in 1961. The song became one of their biggest hits and is remembered for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics.

About The Song

The lyrics of “Mama Said” convey a message of reassurance and wisdom from a mother to her daughter. The mother advises her daughter that life will have its ups and downs, but things will get better with time. The chorus emphasizes the mother’s comforting words, reminding the daughter that “there’ll be days like this.”

Musically, “Mama Said” features a classic early 1960s pop and doo-wop sound. The song is characterized by its upbeat tempo, harmonious vocals, and a melodic arrangement that includes a prominent rhythm section and backing vocals. The Shirelles’ smooth and emotive vocal delivery adds to the song’s charm and appeal.

“Mama Said” was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song’s relatable theme and memorable melody have made it an enduring favorite. It remains one of The Shirelles’ most popular and well-loved songs, highlighting their significant contribution to the girl group genre and the pop music landscape of the early 1960s.

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Lyric

[Chorus]
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, Mama said
(Mama said, Mama said)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said
(Mama said, Mama said)

[Verse 1]
I went walking the other day
And everything was going fine
I met a little boy named Billy Joe
And then almost lost my mind

[Chorus]
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said
(Mama said, Mama said)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said

[Verse 2]
My eyes were wide open
But all that I can see is
Chapel bells are callin’
For everyone but-a me
But I don’t worry ’cause
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[Chorus]
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said
(Mama said, Mama said)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said

[Verse 3]
And then she said someone will look at me
Like I’m looking at you, one day
And then I might find I don’t want you any-a-way
So I don’t worry ’cause

[Chorus]
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said
(Mama said, Mama said)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
There’ll be days like this, my mama said

[Outro]
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
Don’t you worry
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
Don’t you worry now
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
There’ll be days like this, Mama said
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
Mama said there’ll be days like this
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
There’ll be-a days like this, my mama said
(Mama said, Mama said, hey, hey)
Mama said there’ll be days like this