“Flowers For Mama” is one of those songs that hits right where it matters most—the heart. It’s not just a song; it’s a story of love, loss, and the bond between a mother and her child. When you listen, it feels like a conversation, a bittersweet reminder of how fleeting yet powerful time can be with those we love.
The song takes you through the emotional journey of a man buying flowers for his mother, only to realize that he’s preparing to say a final goodbye. It’s that moment when reality sinks in, and what was once just a gesture of love becomes something much deeper. The simplicity of the lyrics makes the emotions even more poignant—you can almost feel the weight of the flowers, the memories they carry, and the love they represent.
What makes “Flowers For Mama” stand out isn’t just its touching story but the universal theme it touches on. Whether you’ve lost a parent or not, it makes you think about the people in your life who matter most. It reminds us to cherish the moments we have and to express our love while we can.
The melody, soft and reflective, allows the lyrics to shine. It doesn’t overpower the message but gently supports it, creating an atmosphere that feels intimate. You can imagine someone quietly humming this song to themselves, lost in thoughts of their own loved ones.
It’s the kind of song that makes you stop and think about the important things in life. And though it’s tinged with sadness, there’s a beauty in its message—a call to love deeply, remember fondly, and appreciate the little things before they become memories.
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Lyrics
Papa brought flowers for mama today
And all the grown children, but it’s not mother’s day
I don’t have no money, not even a dime
But I brought mama flowers like I have all the time
Everyday I pick flowers from this pretty hill
A small box of Daisies and a few Daffodils
I bring them to mama at the end of the day
And say flowers for mama, here’s mama’s bouquet
They brighten her face and she holds me close
She’d say they are more precious than a beautiful rose
And she wore a smile sweeter than millions of flowers
A smile that I’ll carry through life’s darkest hours
Spoken:
Now mama was lying there, yes, they tell me she passed away
And she was surrounded by flowers that out-shined my bouquet
I know mine aren’t fancy but still all the while
They were placed in her hand and I know I saw mama smile
Sang:
Flowers for mama I picked them today
Not very much, just a simple bouquet
Mom wasn’t so fancy but up there above
She’s the prettiest flower in God’s garden of love