Discover the story of the song > Momma Don’t Cry – Suede

The protagonist sings to his mother, telling her not to cry because he will be fine even though he has been sent to prison for a short time. He acknowledges that his mother taught him better, but he got caught up in making money. He promises his mother that he tried his best and thinks about his partner, hoping she won't leave him. In the end, he reassures his mother that he tried his best and hopes to be free soon.