If I Was Your Mother
Jon Bon Jovi · Keep The Faith
Would you let me hold your hand
Would you say you were my baby
Would you always be my friend
If I was your mother
Could I teach you what's right
Could I tell you stories
Maybe tuck you in
And kiss you sweet goodnight
Tell me what I got to do
To make my life mean more to you
I could get so close it's true
If I was your mother
Would you always believe me
'Cause I'd wake up in the middle
Of the night
Just to see if you need me
Tell me there's no other
To who you're telling your secrets
And would you tell me
'Bout all the boys you been
Bringing home to meet me
Tell me what I got to do
To make my life mean more to you
I could get so close it's true
If I was yours
Tell me who I got to be
To make you a part of me
ThereÂ’s no one else youÂ’d never need
If I was your
Mother, mother
If I was your
Mother, mother
When love is blood
You're never on trial
Love don't get deeper
Than a mother and child
Oh baby, I got to get that close to you
Tell me what I got to do
To make my life mean more to you
I could get so close it's true
If I was yours
Tell me who I got to be
To make you a part of me
ThereÂ’s no one else youÂ’d never need
If I was your
Mother, mother
If I was your
Mother, mother
Mother, mother
If I was your
Mother, mother
About If I Was Your Mother
"If I Was Your Mother" stands as a defining track on Jon Bon Jovi's 1992 album *Keep The Faith*, marking a pivotal shift in his musical direction toward a more mature, soulful sound. Released during the height of his career, the song blends rock instrumentation with R&B influences, showcasing Bon Jovi's evolution as a songwriter and performer. It served as a major commercial success, reinforcing his status as a global icon while introducing a softer, more introspective tone to his discography. The recording exemplifies the late 90s rock landscape, where artists began integrating diverse genres to broaden their appeal. As a staple of his live performances, the song remains a powerful testament to Bon Jovi's ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, solidifying his legacy in modern rock history.