[Verse 1]
Mama, I'll be okay
I'm still your little girl at the end of the day
Your arms are still the ones I run to when I'm scared
And Mama, don't cry
These rusty wings of mine have gotta learn how to fly
But don't stay up, I'll be home soon

[Refrain]
Mmm, and growin' up is hard to do
But my heart will never outgrow its fondness over you

[Verse 2]
Mama, I hope you know
That when I pack my suitcase, I'm not off on my own
Because I know I got a piece of you here
And Mama, don't sigh
When I have to call you and ask how clothin' dries
Because you're still the smartest woman I know

[Refrain]
Oh, and growin' up is hard to do
But my heart will never outgrow its fondness over you

[Bridge]
Ooh, ooh-ooh
Ooh, ooh
Mmm
Mmm, mmm-mmm
Ooh, ooh
Mmm
[Verse 3]
Mama, before I end this song
You've given me everything to be proud of
And it wouldn't be complete without a cordial thanks
Tenacious and complex
You've always chosen to see the best and
These are the lessons I can tell my little ones I learned from you

[Refrain]
Mmm, and growin' up is hard to do
But my heart will never outgrow its fondness over you
Ooh, and growin' up is hard to do
But my heart will never outgrow its fondness over you