Mama, I'll be okay, I'm still your little girl At the end of the day Your arms are still the ones I run to when I'm scared And mama, don't cry These rusty wings of mine have got to learn how to fly But don't stay up, I'll be home soon Mmm, and growing up is hard to do But my heart will never outgrow it's fondness over you Mama, I hope you know that when I pack my suitcase, I'm not off on my own Because I know I got a piece of you here And mama, don't sigh when I have to call you and ask how clothing dries Because you're still the smartest woman I know Ooh, and growing up is hard to do But my heart will never outgrow its fondness over you Mama, before I end this song, you've given me everything to be proud of And it wouldn't be complete without a cordial thanks Tenacious and complex you've always chosen to see the best and These are the lessons I can tell my little ones I've learned from you Mmm, and growing up is hard to do But my heart will never outgrow it's fondness over you Ooh, and growing up is hard to do But my heart will never outgrow it's fondness over you