Intro 
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[Verso 1]

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Sweet mama lay your burdens down 
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Sweet mama lay them troubles down girl 
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Come here and I'll tell you 'bout 
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some truth in life I've found 
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Sweet mama set yourself right down 


[Verso 2]

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You know pride it ain't worth a US dime 
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no pride it ain't worth this poor man's time 
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It's misery to be so jealous all the time 
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Sweet mama honey be kind to your mind 

Instrumental 
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[Verso 3]
 
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Sweet mama girl now you're sure feelin' fine 
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You may think this is just a line 
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I only put these words into this little song 
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But to try girl and help us get along 

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