[Richie:]
If my time on earth was over,
Then the last thing I would do
Is to pray to God and just thank him
For blessing me with you

[Chris:]
What you did for me was a miracle
Every word you said was true
You were always there and protected me
This song goes out to you

[Chorus:]
Mama, I never meant to make you cry
Mama, forgive me for the times I hurt you
Mama, if I could only turn back time
My life would be complete

[Mikel:]
In my darkest times, you′re my shinin light
I can always count on you
You were there for me, when I couldn′t see
And helped me make it through

[Jay:]
Mama, when I was just a little child
All the things we used to do
I will cherish all of the memories
That′s why I sing this song to you

[Chorus:]
Mama, I never meant to make you cry
Mama, forgive me for the times I hurt you
Mama, if I could only turn back time
My life would be complete

[Bridge: Everybody]
How am I to make it through the night?
How am I to live my life when you′re bot here by my side?
Mama you′re the reason why i′ve become a better man
Every word you said was true, and I′ll make it up to you

[Chorus: everybody]
Mama, I never meant to make you cry
Mama, forgive me for the times I hurt you
Mama, if I could only turn back time
My life would be complete