RealtalkNY takes a look at Rap’s top 5 songs dedicated to mother’s, Happy Mother’s Day to all the good mother’s out there.
5. Snoop Dogg – I Love My Momma
Snoop Dogg dedicates a song to his mother with, “I Love My Momma.” Snoop raps, “I made you cry, you made me smile, I just wanna say I love you for life and that’s the reason why I’m here now, Love, Snoop.”
4. Nas – Dance
Nas reminisces over memories of his mother who passed away. Nas expressed his desire to see her again with lines like, “But mom you could never be replaced, I’d give my life up, Just to see you one more day.” Make sure to appreciate your mother as much as you can while she is alive.
3. Ghostface Killah feat Mary J Blige All That I Got is You
Ghostface takes it back to the days of his childhood where his mother and grandmother had to be strong to raise the family in poverty.
2. Kanye West – Hey Mama
Kanye West declares his love for his mother and all the things he wants to do for her on, “Hey Mama.”
I said mommy Imma love you till you don’t hurt no more
And when I’m older, you aint gotta work no more
And Imma get you that mansion that we couldn’t afford
See you’re, unbreakable, unmistakable
Highly capable, lady that’s makin loot
A livin legend too, just look at what heaven do
Send us an angel, and I thank you
1. Tupac – Dear Mama
Tupac gave Hip Hop a classic Mother’s Day song with, “Dear Mama.” Tupac speaks on his mom sacrificing for him and filling in the void left by his absent father.
And mama made miracles every Thanksgivin
But now the road got rough, you’re alone
You’re tryin to raise two bad kids on your own
And there’s no way I can pay you back
But my plan is to show you that I understand
You are appreciated
