Charlene

August twenty, nineteen eighty-nine

Two little blessings arrived at the same time

Me and my brother, wrapped up in your care

Covered by a mother's unconditional prayer

You stood like a fortress, keeping us safe

Building our home on a mountain of faith

Oh, Mama Charlene, with your arms open wide

You’ve got a spirit that nothing can hide

You’d give your last dime just to see someone smile

Walking in love, going the extra mile

Lord knows I’m grateful for all that you do

I just want to say, Mama, I love you

You speak what’s on your mind, you don't ever pretend

With a sharp little tongue, but a heart made to mend

You tell us the truth, keep us walking the line

But your love is the light that continues to shine

You care for the broken, for family and friends

A well of compassion that just never ends

Oh, Mama Charlene, with your arms open wide

You’ve got a spirit that nothing can hide

You’d give your last dime just to see someone smile

Walking in love, going the extra mile

Lord knows I’m grateful for all that you do

I just want to say, Mama, I love you

And oh, I remember the joy in the room

Chasing away every shadow and gloom

Teaching you the steps to the Cupid Shuffle beat

Doing the Cha Cha Slide, moving our feet

Laughing so hard as we danced to the groove

Praising the Lord just watching you move

Oh, Mama Charlene, with your arms open wide

You’ve got a spirit that nothing can hide

You’d give your very last just to see someone smile

Walking in love, going the extra mile

Hallelujah, I’m grateful for all that you do

Forever and always, Mama, I love you