Alternative Country Rock
Rich Hardesty & the Del Reys create American music that's passionate without pretense. It presents a wide, sonic panorama that seems as open as the desert sky; while still feeling close and intimate.
Story behind the song
It precisely explained what I was feeling at the time I wrote it.
Lyrics
My mind is racing – I’m filled with dread and despair.
I’ve blown all my chances; my dreams vanished into the air.
The fear I’m feeling is building; growing out of control.
But I’ve gotta choke it down- before the cryin’ takes hold.
CHORUS:
Oh Mama, please help me.
This life is bitter and it’s cold.
And if I knew it’d be this hard;
I’d have never left home.
I have this high-flying job, but I hate it; like all those before
Not sure where I’m going, but going is all that I know.
I’ll bury my worries with high livin’ and toys galore.
So they say life’s for living; then what’s living for?
CHORUS:
Oh Mama, please help me.
I’m stuck inside this great unknown..
And if I knew it’d be this hard;
I’d have never left home.
Thought I’d have lots of time to sort out these matters of youth.
But it’s been too many years and I’m no closer to truth.
So I ponder in silence, all the mistakes that I’ve made.
And hope for an answer, before it’s too late.
(Repeat second Chorus)
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