(Soft organ swells)
(Spoken)
Mama, the house is quiet tonight
I look at the stars and I just wonder
If you see me from there
Early morning dew upon the ground
I wake up searching, lookin' all around
The kitchen empty, no smell of your tea
The silence heavy, it’s consuming me
I remember how you used to pray for my soul
You made my broken pieces feel so whole
Now the days are long and the nights are cold
Missing the stories that you once told
Oh Mama, do you hear me call your name?
Without your light, the world don't feel the same
You are the angel sitting by the throne
I'm down here missing you, feeling all alone
But I know you're resting in a better place
Waiting to show me that holy embrace
Oh Mama, I miss you so
I keep your picture right beside my bed
Your gentle wisdom ringing in my head
"Keep the faith," you whispered in my ear
Even when the valley starts to feel like fear
I’m holding onto every word you said
Even though the tears keep turning red
I’m singing praises, trying to be strong
But in my heart, I know where I belong
Oh Mama, do you hear me call your name?
Without your light, the world don't feel the same
You are the angel sitting by the throne
I'm down here missing you, feeling all alone
But I know you're resting in a better place
Waiting to show me that holy embrace
Oh Mama, I miss you so
(Choir harmonies rise)
Lord, keep her safe in your loving hand
Until we meet again in the promised land
I know she’s dancing on the golden street
Making my heart feel just a bit more sweet
Glory, glory, watch over her for me
Until the day that my eyes can finally see
Oh Mama, do you hear me call your name?
Without your light, the world don't feel the same
You are the angel sitting by the throne
I'm down here missing you, feeling all alone
But I know you're resting in a better place
Waiting to show me that holy embrace
Oh Mama, I miss you so
Rest well, Mama
I’m doing my best down here
Thank you for the love
(Hallelujah, Hallelujah)
See you in the morning, Mama
Amen.