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