Chale, listen to the story
Eii, for the one who gave me life
Mama, looking at your face tells a thousand tales
You worked so hard through the sun and the heavy rains
You taught me how to walk, you taught me how to be a man
I’m standing tall today because of your guiding hand
I wish I had the world, I would lay it at your feet
To make your life so golden, to make your days so sweet
But I am still a student, learning how to climb this tree
Just keep on praying, Mama, keep on praying for me
Oh, my Mama, you are my morning light
Everything I do, I do to make you feel alright
Chale, I love you more than words could ever say
Just keep your prayers rising every single day
Oh, my Mama, you’re the queen of my heart
Wonim? We shall never be apart
I see the silver in your hair, the wisdom in your eyes
Your love is constant, a treasure that never dies
I know I make mistakes, I know I stumble on the way
But your words are the anchor that keeps my soul at bay
I want to build a palace, I want to take away the pain
To shield you from the wind and shelter you from the rain
But until that time comes, I’m kneeling at your knee
Just keep on praying, Mama, keep on praying for me
Oh, my Mama, you are my morning light
Everything I do, I do to make you feel alright
Chale, I love you more than words could ever say
Just keep your prayers rising every single day
Oh, my Mama, you’re the queen of my heart
Wonim? We shall never be apart
Oyiwa, the road is long but I am steady now
I’m walking with your blessing, that is my holy vow
No matter where I go, Accra to the ends of the sea
Your spirit, Mama, is the fire inside of me
Chop life, live well, I’m working for your crown
I’ll never let your legacy ever tumble down
So keep on smiling, Mama, the best is yet to come
I’m beating on my chest, yes, I’m your favorite son
With every drop of sweat, with every goal I score
I’m unlocking the future, opening every door
Just keep that lamp burning, keep that love so true
Everything I am, I owe it all to you
Oh, my Mama, you are my morning light
Everything I do, I do to make you feel alright
Chale, I love you more than words could ever say
Just keep your prayers rising every single day
Oh, my Mama, you’re the queen of my heart
Wonim? We shall never be apart
Yeah, keep on praying, Mama
Everything will be alright, oyiwa
My love for you is eternal, chale
God bless your heart, my queen
(Fade out with palm-wine guitar)