These pearls from mother, passed down from her mother Of everything they gave me, I treasure them most Can’t wear them, hold them, don’t come from the ocean Oh, they’re way more precious than anything I own They’re written in my soul
Remember who you are, and don’t forget to pray Make sure he’s best friend When you give your heart away Be kind, be strong, Be someone everyone count Yeah, someday I’m gonna give my little girl These pearls
I’ll teach her about make-up, boyfriends break-ups I’ll share all the wisdom I’ve ever learned Like beauty’s on the inside, give it best try I’ll pass down the same words I’ve always heard And she’ll carry them her
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She’ll tell daughter, and she’ll tell hers too I’ve saved these pearls just for you