I've gained wealth and fame though I'm not satisfied   Oh, pray for me, Mother of mine   My footsteps have strayed from the straight narrow way   Oh, pray for me, Mother of mine      As you hear me singing I know you'll be blue   But I wrote this song, Mom, especially for you   I know I don't write you as much as I should   But pray for me, Mother of mine      Remember the times when you'd take me to church   When I was a small, little boy   How well I remember the songs I would sing   It fills your dear heart full of joy      I'm weary and tired, Mom, I want you to know   That I need your prayers as I did long ago   So kneel down and pray that I might find the way   Oh, pray for me, Mother of mine