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Mama (in 4​/​4) (2003 Demo Version)

from Bitch on Wheels (Demo from a Time Capsule) by Suzie Ungerleider

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I wrote this song inspired by my childhood friend who had grown up with an abusive father. As an adult, she confided in me that even though she should be angry at her father she felt more upset with her mother.

In the song I wanted to capture the complexities of family relationships and how the echoes of abuse can mar one's ability to connect with and love those we want to love. The song was my way of making a pathway for hope and reconciliation and reconnection.

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Mama
By Suzie Ungerleider
Published by Stella Records

Mama, I ran from you ‘cause you taught me to
You told me a girl’s gotta stand though her heart is torn in two
I wish you had lived by your words and changed your faith to truth
Instead of live by the man and the back of his hand that left your body and soul so blue.

Well I know I shouldn’t place blame where blame isn’t due
But somehow I took all my rage and I laid it all down on you
For each time he raised his hand I cried out loud for you
But he strangled my voice and he narrowed your choice until the wall was too thick to break through.

Well it’s been a long time now since I buried that pain
But knowing you’re back there still I feel it fresh and plain
But Mama just hold on a while for you I’m coming soon
For the sweetest surprise when you realize that I’ve come back home for you.

Comin’ back for you
Comin’ back for you
Yeah comin’ back for you

Mama just hold on a while for you I’m coming soon
For the sweetest surprise when you realize that I’ve come back home for you
For the sweetest surprise when I look in your eyes when I come back home for you.

credits

from Bitch on Wheels (Demo from a Time Capsule), released March 29, 2023
Lyrics & Music by Suzie Ungerleider

Vocals: Suzie Ungerleider
Guitar: Colin Cripps
Keyboards: Bob Packwood
Bass: Bazil Donovan
Drums: Joel Anderson

Recorded in 2003 at The Woodshed Studios by Nick Holmes

Mastered by Phil Shaw Bova

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Suzie Ungerleider Vancouver, British Columbia

Born in Massachusetts and raised in Western Canada, Suzie Ungerleider began performing under the name Oh Susanna in the mid- 1990s.

For over two decades, thousands of shows, and nine critically acclaimed albums, Suzie’s gloriously emotive, crystalline voice, her bewitching performances and her fierce songwriting have consistently captivated audiences, her peers and the press.
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