Discover the story of the song > Mammas, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys – Waylon Jennings

The song is about how being a cowboy is difficult, and they often prioritize their love of music and adventure over material possessions like diamonds and gold. The chorus urges mothers not to let their children become cowboys and instead encourage them to become professionals such as doctors or lawyers because cowboys struggle to settle down and may end up alone even if they have a partner. The lyrics describe how cowboys are often misunderstood, but their pride prevents them from changing to please others.