The kids at school are laughing
Because I still believe
In just one night a fat man slides
Down everyone's chimney
Well that's what momma told me
And momma's always tell the truth
She says do as you should
Be real good
And he'll be good to you
Momma wouldn't lie to me
Momma wouldn't lie to me
Santa put the presents underneath our tree
Momma wouldn't lie to me
Don't ask my big sister
Cause she just turned thirteen
She said if you believe you're so naive
And I don't even know what that means
But dad's a whole lot older
And a whole lot smarter too
He wears a reindeer top with googly eyes
How could it not be true
Daddy wouldn't lie to me
Daddy wouldn't lie to me
Santa put the presents underneath our tree
Daddy wouldn't lie to me
Hey, hey, hey
Ho, ho, ho
Where you think all the milk and cookies go?
Click, click, click
Clack, clack, clack
Write the man a letter and he'll write you back
Ding, ding, ding
Bling, bling, bling
Last year he gave my mom a diamond ring
Me oh me
My oh my
How you think reindeer fly?
Christmas eve I couldn't sleep
I thought I heard a noise
So I snuck downstairs and everywhere
Were all of my brand new toys
And then I saw my momma
With a cookie in her hand
Well if Santa's real what's the deal
I don't understand
Momma don't you lie to me
Momma don't you lie to me
She said this year Santa's going gluten free
And momma wouldn't lie to me
Hey, hey, hey
Ho, ho, ho
It's time we leave a plate of vegetables
Click, click, click
Clack, clack, clack
Write the man a letter and he'll write you back
Ding, ding, ding
Bling, bling, bling
Last year he gave my mom a diamond ring
Santa put the presents underneath our tree
Momma wouldn't lie to me
Daddy wouldn't lie to me
Mom and daddy wouldn't lie to me
No, no they wouldn't lie to me
"Momma Wouldn't Lie To Me" is a delightful and heartwarming song by Brandon Heath that captures the innocence and wonder of a child's belief in Santa Claus. Released as part of his Christmas album, "Christmas is Here," this song beautifully portrays the trust and faith children have in their parents' words.
The song begins with the kids at school making fun of the narrator because they still believe in Santa Claus. Despite the ridicule, the narrator confidently asserts that his momma wouldn't lie to him. The lyrics paint a picture of a loving and trustworthy mother who instills in her child the belief in the magic of Christmas.
Throughout the song, the narrator reflects on the different perspectives of his family members. His sister, who has just turned thirteen, dismisses the idea of Santa Claus, considering belief in him as naïve. However, the narrator's father, who is portrayed as older and wiser, supports the Santa Claus story by wearing reindeer antlers with googly eyes. This contrast highlights the different stages of belief and the importance of maintaining a childlike faith.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase, "Momma wouldn't lie to me," emphasizing the unwavering trust the child has in his mother's words. This sentiment is relatable to many who remember the joy and innocence of believing in Santa Claus as children. It speaks to the simple yet profound trust that children place in their parents' guidance and the power of their words.
The song also incorporates elements of the Christmas story, reminding listeners of the birth of Jesus. The lyrics mention Santa putting presents under the tree, but they also encourage writing a letter to Santa and receiving a response. This playful reference to the tradition of writing letters to Santa connects the secular celebration of Christmas with the more profound spiritual significance.
In terms of scriptural relevance, the song reminds me of Matthew 18:3, where Jesus says, "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." This verse teaches us the importance of having childlike faith and trust in God. Just as the child in the song believes without hesitation in the existence of Santa Claus, we are called to have a similar unwavering trust in God and His promises.
"Momma Wouldn't Lie To Me" is a charming and relatable song that captures the magic and innocence of childhood. It reminds us of the power of trust and faith in our relationships, both with our parents and with God. As we listen to this song, we are reminded of the joy and wonder of the Christmas season and the importance of holding onto childlike faith. So let us embrace the spirit of Christmas and believe, just as the child in the song does, that Momma wouldn't lie to us.
