“Mamma” is one of the most popular Italian songs of all time. Each time we post Mamma no matter the singer the reach goes through the roof.Many of us have lost our Moms and songs like this one seem in some way to be a memorial or tribute to these lovely ladies. Hope you enjoy our beloved Andrea.

“Mamma” is a popular song composed in 1940 by Cesare Andrea Bixio with Italian lyrics by Bixio Cherubini under the title “Mamma son tanto felice” (Mum, I am so happy).In 1946, the English lyrics were written by Harold Barlow and Phil Brito who had their popular recording hit the charts in May 1946 under the title of “Mama“.

The song was also recorded by Connie Francis in 1959 for her album Connie Francis Sings Italian Favorites, with her hit single released in February 1960.