The song "Educated Mama" by Ernest Tubb tells the story of a man who is in love with an educated woman. He admires her intelligence and dedication to reading and learning. However, he feels that she is too focused on her books and education, neglecting the love and happiness that he could provide. The lyrics suggest that the man feels unappreciated and unloved by the educated woman. He believes that if she truly knew how much he could love her, she would prioritize their relationship over her studies. He feels that her education has made her cold and unromantic, comparing her to an iceberg and a fish. The lyrics take a somewhat bitter tone as the man expresses his frustration and desire for her to put aside her books. He even goes as far as wishing for her demise, suggesting that she belongs in the graveyard alongside others who are no longer alive. Overall, the song depicts a love-stricken man who feels overshadowed by his partner's education and desires her to prioritize their relationship over her studies.
