Mama Used to Say

Junior

About Mama Used to Say

"Mama Used to Say" is the debut single release by the British R&B recording artist Junior, taken from his debut studio album, Ji. "Mama Used to Say" was released in April 1982 and peaked inside the UK Singles Chart top 10 in June 1982, where it remained at number seven for two weeks. "Mama Used to Say" was also a Top 40 Pop hit and Top 5 R&B hit in the United States, earning him a "Best Newcomer" award from Billboard magazine. The song was ranked at number 6 among the top ten "Tracks of the Year" for 1981 by NME.  


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Ooh
Yeah, girl

Said a small boy once asked, When will I grow up
When will I see what grownups do see
In his fight to come of age, he would have to know the age
To be recognized is when I'm not unmasked

And mama used to say, Take your time, young man
Mama used to say, Don't you rush to get old
Mama used to say, Take it in your stride
Mama used to say, Live your life

As the years went rushin' by he would cut down on his age
He would tell his girl of how it used to be
How his mommy passed away, but these lines she would say
And at the time he couldn't understand

Mama used to say, Take your time, young man
Mama used to say, Don't you rush to get old
Mama used to say, Take it in your stride
Mama used to say, Live your life

You're young, so young, don't hold on back
Do all you want to do
Now is the time for you to stride
For you to get better in what you are doin', oh

Now is the time for you to stride
For you to get better in what you are doin', oh

A small boy once asked, When will I grow up
When will I see what grownups do see
In his fight to come of age, he would have to know the age
To be recognized is when I'm not unmasked

And mama used to say, Take your time, young man
Mama used to say, Don't you rush to get old
Mama used to say, Take it in your stride
Mama used to say, Live your life, live your life, live your life, oh

Hey, mama used to say, Take your time, young man
Mama used to say, Don't you rush to get old
Mama used to say, Take it in your stride
Mama used to say, Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey

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Written by: JUNIOR GISCOMBE, BOB (GB 2) CARTER

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background
The song "Mama Used to Say" was recorded by British R&B singer Norman Washington "Junior" Giscombe.
Release Year
The song was initially released in the United Kingdom in 1981 before making its way to the United States in 1982.
Chart Performance
"Mama Used to Say" reached number 7 on the UK Singles Chart and number 30 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of R&B and funk.
Key Message
The lyrics of 'Mama used to say' are about the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Junior's mother advises him to take his time and not rush into adulthood.
Dance Chart Success
In addition to its mainstream success, the song also hit number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart.
Top Soul Single
"Mama Used to Say" peaked at number two on the Billboard Black Singles Chart.
Recognition
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 1982.
Relevance
Even after years of its release, "Mama Used to Say" has remained relevant and is often played on quiet storm and old-school R&B radio stations.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Mama Used to Say" has been covered by several artists, including American R&B singer Beverly Knight.
Usage in Media
The song has featured in a number of films and TV shows, including the popular sitcom 'Everybody Hates Chris.'

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