The song "A Mother Like You" by JJ Heller is a heartfelt tribute to the singer's own mother. The lyrics describe the various ways in which the mother has been a loving and nurturing presence in the singer's life. The song begins by acknowledging the little gestures and acts of love that the mother has performed, such as giving the singer a drawer in the kitchen and a room with a view. The mother always knew how to comfort and heal the singer, showing the best of her heart. The next verse highlights the mother's unwavering support and encouragement. She carried the singer's rocks in her pocket, symbolizing the burdens and challenges the singer faced. The mother always had answers to the singer's questions and introduced her to wonderful experiences. The chorus reflects the singer's gratitude and admiration for her mother. She acknowledges that it hasn't been easy for her mother but hopes to love others the way her mother does. The singer believes that the world would be a better place if everyone had a mother like hers. The following verses touch upon the mother's culinary skills, specifically praising her for making the best macaroni, even if it came from a box. The singer also recalls a moment when she came home crying, and her mother provided comfort and reassurance. The singer realizes that her true best friend has always been her mother. In the next verse, the singer mentions the birth of her own child in September, emphasizing her disbelief that she now has kids of her own. She looks into their eyes and wonders who they will become as they grow up. The singer hopes she can love her children like her mother loved her. The song concludes by acknowledging that being a mother won't always be easy, but the singer aspires to love her children like her mother did. She believes that her kids will be better if they have a mother like hers. The song ultimately expresses a deep appreciation for the mother's love and influence in the singer's life.
