Song Description
This song has been recorded by many artists including Dottie West, RCA; Margo Smith - Warner Bros.; Don Cherry - Monument Rec.;
Lana Martell in England; Yuki in Japan; Julie Rae with the U.S. Army Band.
| Song Length |
3:40 |
Genre |
Country - Traditional, Country - Contemporary |
| Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
Mood |
Poignant, Heartbreaking |
| Subject |
Life, Regret |
Similar Artists |
Reba Mcentire, Kenny Rogers |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
SIX WEEKS EVERY SUMMER, CHRISTMAS EVERY OTHER YEAR
Fran Powers - BMI
Verse 1:
Hopelessly, the ghost of me sinks down into a chair
And underneath the cushion, there's a ribbon from her hair.
A crumpled up reminder that my daughter's only here, for
SIX WEEKS EVERY SUMMER, CHRISTMAS EVERY OTHER YEAR.
Verse 2:
The role of part-time mothere is the toughest role I play.
My name's up there in neon lights, but what a price to pay.
The only thing it cost , was giving up our "used to be"
And a little Irish angel, by the name of Shawna Leigh.
SPOKEN: Bravely, I step back in my world, it's only cheap veneer,
And I die inside until summertime, or Christmas time is near,
When up the stairs runs all my prayers yelling,
"Mom, it's me, I'm here, for
SIX WEEKS EVERY SUMMER, CHRISTMAS EVERY OTHER YEAR.
Verse 3:
Just found a note, my darling wrote, she left it by the phone.
She knew I'd need some extra strength to face the night alone.
It says " I'll always love you, Mom, although I'm only here for
SIX WEEKS EVERY SUMMER, CHRISTMAS EVERY OTHER YEAR.
Tag: I'd gladly give up all my fame if only I could hear, my daughter call me Mommy, every morning of the year.
Copyright 1970, 1971 Con Brio Music, BMI, Box 224, Nashville, TN 37202
International Copyright Secured (USA). Al right sreserved.