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Introduction
“For Momma” by The Statler Brothers is more than just a song; it’s a heartfelt tribute wrapped in melody. When you listen to it, you can’t help but feel the deep affection and reverence the Statlers have for their mothers. It’s a song that takes you back to those tender moments with your own mom, reminding you of the sacrifices she made, the love she gave, and the quiet strength she carried.
The lyrics are filled with the kind of stories that many of us can relate to—memories of childhood, the warmth of a mother’s embrace, and the unspoken understanding that she’s always there, no matter what. What makes this song truly special is the way it captures the universal experience of loving and being loved by a mother. It’s as if the Statler Brothers are sitting across the kitchen table from you, sharing their stories, while you nod along, thinking of your own mom.
Musically, “For Momma” is classic Statler Brothers—rich harmonies, gentle melodies, and a storytelling style that’s both comforting and nostalgic. It’s one of those songs that you can’t just listen to once. You find yourself hitting repeat, letting the music wash over you like a warm hug from home.
Whether you’re someone who’s fortunate enough to still have your mom around or someone who cherishes the memories of her, this song will strike a chord. It’s a reminder of the enduring bond between mother and child, a relationship that shapes us, nurtures us, and stays with us long after we’ve grown up.
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Lyrics
There’s a Christmas memory
I recall so well
Takes me back to when I was a child
Just her and me
By the lights of the tree
We’d sit and she would softly sing awhile
0 Little Town of Bethlehem
How still we see thee lie
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep
The silent stars go by
I was always a shepherd
In the church Christmas play
And she helped me memorize my part
We would decorate the mantlepiece
And count the Christmas cards
And I learned all those memories by heart
Silent Night, Holy Night
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Hiding Christmas presents
Wrapped in pretty bows
Each year they’d be some place I couldn’t find
And while helping her bake cookies
Shaped like Christmas trees
She’d tell me the old, old story one more time
Away In A Manger
No crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down His sweet head
Keeping Christmas secrets
Was always lots of fun
But there’s one
I never tried to keep from you
So for everything you’ve done for me
And still do today
Merry Christmas Momma, I love you