Mama Told Me Not To Come
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
Sugar in your tea?
What's all these crazy questions they're askin' me?
This is the craziest party that could ever be
Don't turn on the lights 'cause I don't wanna see
Mama told me not to come
Mama told me not to come
She said "That ain't the way to have fun, son"
Open up the window, let some air into this room
I think momma's chocking from the smell of stale perfume
And the cigarette you're smoking about to scare me half to death
Open up the window, let me catch my breath
Some radio is blastin'
someone's knockin' at the door
I'm lookin' at my girlfriend
She just passed out on the floor
I've seen so many things
I ain't never seen before
Don't know what it is
I don't wanna see no more
Mama told me not to come
Mama told me not to come (Mama told me)
She said "That ain't the way to have fun, no" (no, no)
"That ain't the way to have fun, son"
Mama told me, mama told me
Mana told me, mama told me
Mama told me not to come (Mama told me not to come)
"That ain't the way to have fun, son"
"That ain't the way to have fun, son"
"That ain't the way to have fun, no, son"
"That ain't the way to have fun, son" (Mama told me)
Mama told me, mama told me
Mama told me, mama told me
Mama told me not to come (Mama told me not to come)
"That ain't the way to have fun, son"
"That ain't the way to have fun, son"
"That ain't the way to have fun" (oh no, no)...
About Mama Told Me Not To Come
Tom Jones' "Mama Told Me Not To Come" stands as a defining track from his early career, capturing the quintessential soulful baritone that would characterize his legendary status. Released in the mid-1960s, the recording exemplifies the genre's blend of romantic yearning and rhythmic drive, showcasing Jones' ability to deliver emotional depth with effortless vocal control. As a staple of his discography, the song reflects the era's R&B and soul influences while establishing a template for his subsequent hits. The composition remains a powerful example of how Jones transformed American soul into a global phenomenon, cementing his reputation as a master of the vocal style that defined the decade. Its enduring appeal lies in its raw, unadulterated expression of longing, which continues to resonate with audiences across generations.