Sweet mama, lay your burdens down Sweet mama, lay them troubles down, girl Come here, and I'll tell you 'bout some truth in life I've found Sweet mama, set yourself right down You know pride, it ain't worth a US dime No it ain't mama Well no pride, it ain't worth this poor man's time It's misery to be so jealous all the time Sweet mama, honey, be kind to your mind Sweet mama ♪ Sweet mama, girl, now you're sure feelin' fine You may think this is just a line I only put these words into this little song But to try, girl, and help us get along