Hey Mama Life - Ray Thomas

Hey hey mama life is a lonely time

For a man who drinks his whiskey by the jar

Now i do believe the life i lead

Won't get me very far

I was once told the streets were paved in gold

Now i know them for what they are

Hey hey mama life has a sweeter sound

For a man who lives his life for his dream

Yet he must be aware there are those who care

And those who would bring him down

Separate trust from your cut and thrust

The truth can still be found

For the crossroads of your life

Will lead you almost anywhere

You'll see tomorrow

Your castles in the air

They were never really there

Take the pride from a man

You're left without a meaning

Take the wings from a bird how can it fly

Give him hope give him trust

and a little understanding

Give him back his pride you'll be satisfied

Hey hey mama life is a lonely time

For a man who drinks his whiskey by the jar

Now i do believe the life i lead

It won't get me very far

I was once told the streets

they were paved in gold

Now i know them for what they are