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