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Who sang Mama?
Release date: 1983
Duration: 06:50

Genesis released the song Mama. Date of release: 1983.

The story of the song ' Mama '

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The meaning of the song 'Mama ', based on the lyrics
What is Mama about?
🎶 Mama song analysis
The lyrics speak of a man who longs deeply for his mother's comfort and guidance. He describes the overwhelming heat and stress of city life, and how he cannot walk away from his mother's love despite the fact that he cannot physically see her. He begs her to stay and not leave him, as he feels that she is his only hope of getting through the hard times.

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Genesis - Short Biography

Genesis is one of the most influential bands in the history of progressive rock. Founded in 1967 in Godalming, England, the band went through several incarnations over the years, but it was with the iconic lineup of Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford, Steve Hackett, and Phil Collins that Genesis reached the height of its creativity and commercial success.

Their music was both complex and accessible, blending elements of rock, jazz, classical and folk to create a unique sound that has inspired many bands over the decades. Genesis' songs were often elaborate, with elaborate arrangements and profound lyrics that addressed themes such as spirituality, mythology, and the human condition.

The band enjoyed considerable success in the 1970s with albums such as "Foxtrot," "Selling England by the Pound," and "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway," all of which were critically acclaimed and helped shape the progressive rock genre.

After Peter Gabriel's departure in 1975, Phil Collins took over as lead singer, and the band continued to record hit albums such as "Duke", "Abacab" and "Invisible Touch".

Despite lineup changes and periods of hiatus, Genesis remains a cult band with a loyal fan base around the world. Their musical legacy continues to influence many artists and their music remains as relevant today as it was when it was first released.
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Story of the song Mama - Genesis
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"Mama" is a popular song by the English rock band Genesis, released in 1983 as the first single from their self-titled album. The song features a distinctive introduction by Mike Rutherford on drum machine, followed by minimalist synthesizer lines played in a minor key, and finally Phil Collins' reverb-laden voice. The song became Genesis' most popular single in the UK, reaching number four on the UK Singles Chart. It was also successful in other countries, such as Switzerland, Austria, Norway, Ireland and the Netherlands, where it reached the Top 10. However, its performance in the United States was relatively modest, reaching number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100, despite this, a 1992 re-release of the single managed to reach the Top 40 in Germany. "Mama" is an important track in Genesis' discography and remains a fan favorite.

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