Every Word of ‘MAMA MINA’ — The Story Behind the Lyrics

I’ve had people ask me, “Jahkrow, what inspired each verse?‘‘

And I always smile, because every single line in “MAMA MINA” is a memory. A real moment. A piece of my mother’s heart that she gave to me.

Let me take you inside the song.

Verse 1 — Kotobaabi

“From Kotobaabi where the sunrise glow, Mama you raised me, you helped me grow.”

Kotobaabi is where it all began. That’s where I was born. That’s where Mama Mina held me for the first time. The sunrise in that village is unlike anywhere else—golden, warm, full of promise. And every morning, she was up before the sun, cooking, cleaning, praying, and preparing me for the day ahead. She didn’t have much, but she had love. And that love was more than enough.

Pre-Chorus — Her Words

“You said, ‘Be kind, my child, don’t lose your way. Put God first, and you’ll find your day.'”

These are her exact words. I remember them like it was yesterday. She would sit me down, hold my hands, and speak those words into my spirit. She wasn’t just raising a child—she was building a man. A man with principles. A man with faith. A man who would never forget where he came from.

Chorus — The Melody

“Mama, oh Mama, you’re my melody…”

To me, my mother was music. Her voice was calming. Her laugh was joyful. She a Singer, not just a singer but was good at what she did. I think Music is in the genes and that is where I picked it up from. She was very prayerful. Her prayers were like a lullaby that still plays in my head when I can’t sleep. She was the rhythm of my life. And now, through this song, she becomes the melody for everyone who listens.

Verse 2 — Kwashieman

“Kwashieman nights, I still feel your touch…”

When we moved to Kwashieman, life wasn’t easy. But Mama Mina never complained. She worked so hard. I’d watch her come home late, tired, but still find the energy to cook for us, check my homework, and pray over me before bed. Her touch—soft, reassuring—told me everything would be okay.

Bridge — Her Legacy

“You built a kingdom with your heart so pure…”

She didn’t build with bricks or money. She built with love. She built with prayers. She built a foundation in me that I carry to this day. Everything I am, everything I do, is because of her.

Every word of “MAMA MINA” is a piece of her. And now, I’m giving that piece to you.

Listen with your heart. Share with your soul.

What’s your favourite lyric? Drop it in the comments.