Mama Don't Forget to Pray for Me
Diamond Rio
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Well hello, it's good to hear your voice I hate to call so late, but I didn't have a choice I'm calling you from Dallas, headed for L.A. I wish I had more time to talk, there's so much to say No I ain't forgot how I was raised But I'm livin' way too fast It's a roller coaster ride, up and down My new job is going great, I'm headed for the top I should be happy but somehow I'm not Sometimes I think the devil has got me by the sleeve Oh, Mama don't forget to pray for me Tell me how is the weather? Have you put the garden out? Are the dogwoods bloomin' out behind the house? No I'm not sick, there's nothin' wrong, don't wake up Dad I just thought of you and home and got a little sad No I ain't forgot how I was raised But I'm livin' way too fast It's a roller coaster ride, up and down My new job is going great, I'm headed for the top I should be happy but somehow I'm not Oh, sometimes I think the devil has got me by the sleeve Oh, Mama don't forget to pray for me Oh, Mama don't forget to pray for me
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Written by: LARRY CORDLE, LARRY SHELL
Lyrics © MDI MUSIC ADMIN & CONSULTATION, BMG Rights Management
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Mama Don't Forget to Pray for Me" was released in May 1991. It’s the fourth single from Diamond Rio's eponymous album.
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Chart PerformanceThe track was positively received, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Larry Cordle and Larry Shell. Cordle is known for his contribution to country and bluegrass music, while Shell is recognized for his contributions in country and gospel music.
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Message of the Song"Mama Don't Forget to Pray for Me" captures the sentiment of a young person leaving home for the first time and addressing the fear and loneliness that come with it.
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Diamond RioThe band Diamond Rio, which performs the song, is a country and Christian music band that formed in 1982. They are known for their harmonies and instrumental skills.
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Grammy AwardsDiamond Rio, although not for this song, has won a Grammy Award. They were nominated for the 'Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal' award, but their Grammy win was for their album "The Reason."
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RecognitionsBesides Grammy awards, Diamond Rio has also won numerous Country Music Association Awards and a Dove Award. They were also inducted into the Grand Ole Opry due to their contribution to country music.
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Impact on FansThe song has resonated with a lot of people who have experienced moving away from home, making it a well-loved track in the country music scene.
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Album SuccessThe eponymous album that features this song reached number 13 in the U.S. country album chart. It is Diamond Rio's most successful album to date.
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Unique SoundDiamond Rio is known for their distinctive blend of country, bluegrass, rock, and pop, and this song perfectly encapsulates that unique sound.
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