Jeanette - Listen Mama, Listen Papa (Oye Mamá, Oye Papá)

Listen Mama, Listen Papa
though you say your son's a problem
Just remember that he's young
And try not to look so solemn

Listen Mama, Listen Papa
When you sigh and say he's lazy
Please don't lecture like you do
Let him be a little crazy

So wish him well
His happiness should mean a lot to you
For time is short
And soon enough his childhood will be through
Tomorrow,
When he's a man and treads the highway
He'll find the world is not so fine;
He'll find time to sit and cry

Listen Mama, Listen Papa
When he says he doesn't want you
It's because he really does
Though his actions are beyond you!

Listen Mama, Listen Papa
This is quite a world we live in
And if he's not always right
Just be patient and forgive him

So wish him well
His happiness should mean a lot to you
For time is short
And soon enough his childhood will be through
Tomorrow,
When he's a man and treads the highway
He'll find the world is not so fine;
He'll find time to sit and cry