Mommy Please Stay Home With Me
Hank Locklin · Sings Eddy Arnold [1965]
A mother went out on a party
She left at home her baby son
He cried and begged her not to leave him
But she would not give up her fun.
She kissed his cheek and tried to soothe him
But would not heed his childish plea
She heard him call as she was leaving
Please mommy, please stay home with me.
The mother joined the merrymakers
And soon was lost in trifling joy
The mellow tunes and flitting shadows
Made her forget her baby boy.
She danced and laughed and did some drinking
The world for her was full of glee
But now and then these words would haunt her
Please mommy, please stay home with me.
--- Instrumental ---
She left the party feeling dizzy
The smell of drink was on her breath
She hurried home to find her baby
In raging pain and near in death.
So doctor came and looked on sadly
The case was hopeless he could see
The baby dies these words repeating
Please mommy, please stay home with me.
The mother now her life would forfeit
To hear her baby's voice again
She grieves to think she rudely left him
To satisfy her wishes vain.
Now mothers don't neglect your duty
The story should a lesson be
Do not ignore your baby's pleading
Please mommy, please stay home with me...
Mommy Please Stay Home With Me
Hank Locklin's 1965 recording of 'Mommy Please Stay Home With Me' appears on his album Sings Eddy Arnold, showcasing his signature blend of traditional country and gospel influences. The song reflects the era's emphasis on family values and domestic life, delivered with Locklin's characteristic warm, baritone voice. As part of his extensive discography, this track exemplifies his ability to reinterpret classic themes within a polished country framework. Released during a period when artists were drawing heavily from the catalogs of predecessors like Eddy Arnold, the recording stands as a testament to Locklin's skill in blending reverence for tradition with his own distinct musical identity. The composition remains a notable example of mid-1960s country music that prioritized storytelling and emotional resonance over commercial chart dominance.