Gill, Vince - A Letter To My Mama Lyrics






Oh I need to write a letter, put it down in black and white
No, a phone call just won't cut it, not the way I feel tonight
A letter to my mama from the bottom of my heart
"I'm sorry" is a real good place to start

I'm sorry I was selfish, let's chalk it up to youth
I got too old to need you, that's just running from the truth
I'm sorry things didn't work out for you and my old man
Sometimes life don't turn out like you plan

Looking back I wonder how you ever pulled us through
I can't imagine walking in your shoes
If I could stop this pen from shaking, I'd write these words down too
No one in this world I love like you

Oh I've written down the memories of these sixty-some-odd years
Trying hard to just say "Thank you" as I wipe away the tears
I hear my grandson call me so I guess I better go
Could never pay you back the love I owe

Oh I finished up the letter, put it down in black and white
No, a phone call just won't cut it, not the way I feel tonight
A letter to my mama from the bottom of my heart
The very bottom of my heart





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  1. L.... P....

    How nice🌹

  2. L.... K....

    Beautifully done. Thank you

  3. n.... ....

    I love the song! I will say that the ending seems to be...I’m trying to find the right words...umm...the ending seems like it isn’t an ending. What I mean is I was expecting a more definite ending and the ending we hear leaves me wondering whether the song is finished or not.

  4. a.... m....

    I have the vinyl record of the Okie album. This is one of the songs on that album. It's a deep and beautiful album full of the emotions that make any kind of music truly great. Vince takes all of his abilities and powers and puts them in some of the best country music I've ever heard. They're songs about Vince coming to terms with his life; what he's done wrong; what he values; what he loves; and what he's lost. A Letter To Mama is a sparkling example! It takes decades to realize these things, doesn't it, Vince? Thank you for making meaningful music and music that will endure with faith, hope, and love. In A World Without Haggard, you said, "Oh, who'll tell the truth to you and me?" Now it is you, Vince. The torch has been passed to you, and you are a worthy successor. Okie proves it without doubt.

  5. D.... J....

    It's now ten years i didn't see my mother. She always wanted the best for me. She was there when my dad left us and chose to live with another woman. I love you mama. The front part of my shirt is wet with tears! Mama Mama Mama......

  6. d.... d....

    Luv em while you got em

  7. B.... V....

    Vince I found out you are my 3rd cousin when I was 16 . and all the stories of my father and aunt meeting you and all the other greats ! wish one day I could meet the legacy to our bloodline xoxox

  8. E.... C....

    Loving & thoughtful! I’m sure she loves it too.

  9. d.... d....

    Congratulations vince you made this 6'4" beast of a man cry.

  10. W.... ....

    While listening to this song, if you aren't brought to tears or at least feel a big lump in your throat... you are truly one cold son of a gun. Vince Gill, you're a master at bringing on the emotions with your music. I can't say I'm always thankful for having to hide my blubbering from whoever might be nearby, but I most definitely admire your skill, sir. Thanks again for sharing your considerable talent with us.

  11. M.... R....

    I miss. The old guard of my ❤ lost as it is!

  12. r.... r....

    I miss my mama........ loved her so much she is in heaven now. Thanks Vince makes me think of her when I hear this beautiful song😭

  13. K.... B....

    Great song. I'm missing my mom every day. 💔

  14. C.... S....

    Tears rolling down my cheeks

  15. J.... M....

    Put Vince Gill and Dean Dylan in the same room? They come up with another masterpiece! Love this song!!!!!

  16. T.... F....

    Just lost my little dog of 15 years then listening to this song makes me miss my mother on top of that. Mom has been gone 21 years now and some way feels like yesterday. Till we meet again mom. Thanks for the wonderful music Vince you still got it!

  17. D.... M....

    This is so Beautiful"" my are filled with tears "" Miss my Mom "" who is in Heaven "" Very special Son you are Vince "" Thank you for Sharing this Beautiful & Song& Video of you and your Beautiful Mom "" 🌹🌹💕💕💕💕🎶🎶🎶

  18. L.... M....

    to all mama all over the world, we love each of you 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

  19. R.... v....

    ❤❤❤❤

  20. G.... M....

    Hey Vince try A Gary Montgomery Guitar, two on Reverb.

  21. M.... M....

    Life is so short. Say what has to be said

  22. K.... K....

    Just when I think Vince can't possibly get any better....this.

  23. S.... R....

    Absolutely lovely, Vince

  24. P.... K....

    remember my mama..and all the mama""s who past away.

  25. J.... M....

    Beautiful song and video! You brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Vince!

  26. J.... A....

    that was buetiful

  27. S.... R....

    Thank you Vince Gill for this amazing tribute to all mothers. Glad to relate well with this inspiring creation. RIP my Mama 😢

  28. g.... w....

    Beautiful.❣ Mom I miss you so.
    We never get old enough to not want our moms

    g.... w....

    So true.

  29. V.... O....

    Such a wonderful story teller and that voice!

  30. G.... J....

    OH ITS JUST MY DANG ALLERGIES ACTING UP AGAIN!! Sniffle Sniffle

  31. B.... B....

    Oh Thank You Mr Vince Gill!! People Sometimes Don’t Realize How Precious Mommas Are... My Momma Is In Heaven... I Was Blessed To Have Taken Care Of Her Then Just Like That She Was Gone.
    I’m A Momma Of Three SON’s.... My First Born Is With My Daddy And My Momma, My Second Born... I Don’t Know & My Baby Boy... He’s Incarcerated... Guess I Did Something Wrong... A Lot Wrong...
    Thank You, Again, For Sharing Your Beautiful Tribute To Your Momma!!
    GOD BLESS EVERY Momma, Fur
    M. M Momma’s Too, All Those Who Are Filling Both Daddy-N-Momma Shoes, Aunts, Big Sisters Who Are Raising Their Siblings And Adoptive Plus All Those Who Are Taking Care Of, Loving, Teaching And Doctoring Your Precious Children!!
    GOD BLESS You & THANK You From “The Bottom Of My Heart”!!

  32. P.... P....

    Wow. Mr. Gill, this is incredible.

  33. G.... C....

    beautiful words Vince what a lovely song

  34. A.... R....

    😭 I uploaded a letter to my mom to for Mother’s Day.

  35. M.... B....

    OH OH !!SO BEAUTIFUL .OH.

  36. M.... ....

    A truly heartfelt song from a truly gifted singer and songwriter. I will try to attend one of the concerts on your upcoming tour. I wish you were coming to Michigan. Please come back to Michigan someday. You are beloved here.

  37. B.... B....

    My dad lost his Mom😭😭😭😭😭😭

  38. E.... L....

    My mum has had this song on autoplay. I can understand why. The voice tone is OUTSTANDING and everything else! Greetings from Dubai Vince.

  39. J.... M....

    😢❣️❤️

  40. M.... C....

    Be strong Honey 🙇‍♂️🙇‍♀️ God is good .Have patience .You are blessed . Reach out to God .Feel his existence .God works in mysterious ways believe me. I give U all my power ito regenerate .its A miracle if we pull through. .be goos yo yourself befire onto others.love u honey
    Lf its mesnt to be lt will hsppen

  41. M.... A....

    Truly a Love Letter that delivers so much love from Vince Gill's heart to his mama's heart. An invicible speech that can only make its way to the intended recipient with a song from his heart. Thanks Vince Gill for letting us experience your lovesong for your mama which is so heartfelt. May God Bless you, your mama and all!!

  42. S.... E....

    Wow! My heart was just ripped from my chest... I can barely see through the blur of tears in my eyes to write this. If only this song was around 15 years ago before my Mom passed. We had a rocky relationship growing up after my Daddy passed away when I was just 7. It got better and we grew closer the last few years of her life, but I still feel like so much was left unsaid. If I knew then what I know and understand now our relationship and life together would have been very different. Thank you for this Vince, I'm going to write a letter to my Mom and put it in the frame behind my favorite photo of her and write one for my Daddy too. They are resting together in another state, it's not easy for me to get there very often, it's been years since I was last able to visit them, but when I can go again, I will take the letters with me to leave for them at their grave!

  43. E.... V....

    My mother MANUELA birth day 87 old year in 3 June. I love Mamma

  44. R.... b....

    Not only are you an excellent songwriter and singer ,, but with these songs you can Pull the Soul right out of a person ... Great Job Vince ....

  45. C.... S....

    Awesome song, i sure miss my mom. 💕 i have all of his music, got to see him in concert in Saskatoon along time ago. Love his latest CD. Some beautiful songs. Beautiful voice.

  46. c.... ....

    This song has me bawling like a baby. My sweet and only son, is estranged from me. Long story short is that an obsession w/anything, including religion isn't good. He uninvited me to his wedding last year. His first child, my 4th grandbaby & 2nd grandson, was born on the 3rd. Eleven days and I have yet to be welcomed to see Baby Lance. When I asked someone close to both of us, I was told it was bc my son doesn't think that I'm Christian enough. My heart is crushed. I pray that he hears this song and reaches out before it's too late. Tomorrow is never promised.

    c.... ....

    My heart aches after reading your input. It is now Oct /19 and has your life improved. How is your son responding to you now? What is your daughter in law's position? Don't give up! You and your family need help in breaking down walls. Too many people are in this mess of not speaking to each other and it leads to hurt and suffering. Reach out!

  47. B.... H....

    thank you for this song.

  48. d.... b....

    Thank you Vince you've been reading my mail !

  49. Q.... o....

    Tears running down my face listening to this one. Missing my mum so bad. Till we meet again, mum. 😢

    Q.... o....

    Bless you and your mom.

    Q.... o....

    Take comfort in knowing that you will see her again, and always know that she is with you in everything you do and feel.

  50. D.... K....

    So beautiful. So touching. Love his voice

  51. D.... D....

    Just discovered this. Bravo Mr. Gill. To me, his Mom looked allot like his wife. Happy Mothers Day to all moms.2019

    D.... D....

    Thank you, Vince , another beautiful song that brought back old memories...

  52. W.... ....

    I miss you mom 11/42016😭

  53. R.... K....

    Wow! Vince, it’s a real Tear jerker! You n I are the same age. I truly love your songs and your voice. I’m a singer and I have to confess I have been your songs since the 70s!!! Jim n I have followed you since Pure Prairie League days! My dream has always been to sing with you some time. ❤️. Many people say I have a beautiful voice and use to pay to hear me sing. I can never hold a candle to you but who knows.... maybe some day I will have the wonderful honor and privilege to sing with you. My husband, Jim, and I saw you live at the New York State Fair a couple (?) of years ago? I thought, “ If only I could just sing back-up for Vince... just once! We live in Montour Falls NY, on the south end of Seneca lake. We lived in Cortland when we saw you at the fair. Thanx for sharing your golden voice and truly heart reaching songs with me! I’m a mom, gramma and great gramma! I can still sing pretty darn good! But I think it’s because I had a contralto voice. I still have the lows but the highs I have to sing in falsetto. Maybe..... some day.... I’ll be able to tell my kids n grand kids.... I had the great honor to sing with the best of the best..... Vince Gill! Thank you Vince! ❤️👵🏻😉👍🌹

  54. E.... H....

    Sorry I was selfish chock it up to youth miss you mom it's been 18 years and I miss you still love you mom

  55. M.... S....

    I love Vince gill!

  56. E.... C....

    Extraordinary Vince Gill, Nashville’s Finest Talent” From of his heart ♥️, I ordered the new Vince Gill CD, Aug, 23 can’t wait. Thank you Vince Gill from the bottom of my heart for all your wonderful music. ⭕️❌🥰

  57. W.... R....

    Perfect song for Mothers' Day. So glad you made that promise and followed through Vince. This hits home to so very many of us, especially those of us whose Mother has passed on. <3 Thanks

  58. k.... k....

    Wow. So sweet. Thank you for such a lovely song and tribute to all the moms. Wonderful.

  59. K.... W....

    Great lyrics he has a natural voice

  60. G.... L....

    Thank you for the song. It was awesome and the words meant so much...

  61. u.... b....

    What a beautiful song to all mothers. One day i will sing this song to a very special mother

  62. S.... R....

    Very nice Vince.

  63. J.... K....

    Well shit... my heart wasn’t ready for that 😳

  64. M.... P....

    Nice tribute to your mother, Vince! I,m sure it touched her heart as it touched mine ❤️❤️❤️

  65. L.... E....

    How true

  66. A.... A....

    May God bless you

  67. M.... Y....

    Such a beautiful tribute to your momma by my very most favorite musican

  68. T.... M....

    What a Beautiful song, I Love it Vince Gill & you, Always have & always will! What a voice God Blessed you with! 😍♥️🥰🎶

  69. C.... H....

    Beautiful. He made me cry once more!

  70. r.... ....

    Wonderful, Vince. I miss my mom. Thank you for this share.

  71. G.... J....

    Well son you did it again!

  72. W.... P....

    Love this I LOVE YOU MOMMA

  73. P.... B....

    Fabulous

  74. K.... G....

    Omg 😭😭😭

  75. K.... S....

    When a mere mortal can’t come up with the words; leave it to Vince Gill. The man is a true genius

    K.... S....

    Vince gill

  76. D.... ....

    Never change, Vince. We love you.

    D.... ....

    All you are making me cry. I loved my mom. So much.

  77. k.... T....

    so beautiful❤ I shared your video with my brother's😒

  78. V.... S....

    Vince is the most gracious...most humble human being I've ever met...and I've met him 4 times...just love his voice and his heart...and he is pretty gorgeous as well 😍❤😊

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  79. R.... D....

    Wow Vince gill what a great singer man is a class act beautiful song right on time for mothers day what a awesome treat love this song thank you Vince for sharing this god bless you all ❤👍👍✌

    R.... D....

    Dear,Vince Gill may our Good Lord
    Help you to sing and helping others..