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Let me be clear, our mom (I have 5 brothers) was our savior, never our tormentor. I only remember getting switched by mom once and she cried more than I did. But too many parents think physical discipline is appropriate. I think it only teaches children that hitting is appropriate when you are angry. So this song is intended, tongue in cheek, if you please.

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My Mama Told Me

Hey Mister Devil
I'm on the level
We got to strike a truce
'Cause if we don't
I know my mama's
Gonna fire up my caboose

Hey Mister Satan
There's no debating
Get behind me and please don't push
'Cause if you do I know my mom
Will do a number on my tush

Chorus

My mama told me best behave yourself
If you know what's good for you
Well I do and I should and I would if I could
But it seems impossible to do
(I just can't seem to behave myself)

Hey little brother
Just like my other
Why don't you keep your hands to yourself
'Cause if you don't
I'm warning you
It could be dangerous to your health

Hey little brothers
You know our Mother's
Gonna give us a piece of her mind
'Cause if you don't keep your hands off my stuff
She'll take a piece of my behind

Chorus

Hey Mama, Mama
Let's stop the trauma
We've got to cut a deal
'Cause if we don't
I know my little butt is never ever gonna heal

Hey Mama Mama
Let's end the drama
Let me make it perfectly clear
I'll skip a meal
Or go to my room
If you will keep your hand off my rear

Chorus

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from Sing A Song, released April 11, 2017
lyrics, vocal, guitar and keyboard instruments by Lanny Lambdin

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William Morris (aka Lanny) Lambdin Amherst, Virginia

I grew up in a house that was always filled with music, from opera and hymns to musicals and the symphonies of the classical composers. As a consequence, my head has always been full of tunes and my song-writing has flowed from that wealth of music as well as the rock and blues I have gravitated to as an adult. My inner child stays close by, so my creations are mostly for kids - of all ages. ... more

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