Song Description

Mama's always right, and not afraid to tell her daughter like it is...

Lyrics

Listen to Your Mama
Yves Stilmant ©2025

[Verse 1A]
You walked out wearin' that little red skirt
I said, "Baby, that's cute -- but it kinda hurts"
Them boys out there got one-track minds
They'll say you're special -- till they cross that line
[Verse 1B]
You roll your eyes and slam the door
But I've seen that movie, I know the score
They'll charm your heart with a wink and grin
But sugar, that's where the trouble begins

[Pre-Chorus 1]
I've danced that dance, I've played that game
Don't get fooled by a pickup and a pretty name

[Chorus]
So listen to your mama when she says slow down
Don't go chasin' every cowboy in town
Wear somethin' decent, come home on time
Keep your heart guarded like it's all mine
They'll say the right words, they'll sing you a song
But baby, those boots don't stay on long
So laugh, live, dream -- but dodge them dramas
And for the love of all things, listen to your mama!
[Hook]
[Verse 2A]
That boy at school with the sideways grin
Looks like trouble in Levi skin
He's got a truck with a broken tail light
And sweet talk that don't sound right
[Verse 2B]
He'll tell you "You're different," and maybe you are
But don't let him take you too far
Flattery's cheap when it comes too fast
And good sense is what's gonna last

[Pre-Chorus 2]
They'll call you pretty, and mean it too
But sweet talk don't mean they'll stick with you

[Chorus]
So listen to your mama when she says slow down
Don't go chasin' every cowboy in town
Wear somethin' decent, come home on time
Keep your heart guarded like it's all mine
They'll say the right words, they'll sing you a song
But baby, those boots don't stay on long
So laugh, live, dream -- but dodge them dramas
And for the love of all things, listen to your mama!
[guitar solo] [hook]
[Bridge]
One day you'll see just what I meant
When you're cryin' over love that came and went
So hold your ground, stand real tall
You're worth more than a late-night call

[Final Chorus]
Yeah, listen to your mama when she says slow down
You don't need no cowboy to wear that crown
Dress like a queen, come home on time
Keep your heart safe -- it's one of a kind
They'll say the right words, they'll sing you a song
But baby, those boots don't stay on long
So be smart, be bold, dodge them dramas
And say "Not today" -- just like your mama

[Outro]
Baby, trust me -- I've kissed some frogs
Now I give advice and clean your dogs
One day you'll laugh, and I'll say "Told ya!"
With love, and sass -- from your mama