Mother's Pride - George Michael - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Mother's Pride" is a song written and performed by George Michael. It was released in 1990 as part of his album Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1. The song served as the B-side to the single "Waiting for That Day" in the US. "Mother's Pride" received significant airplay during the Gulf War in 1991, often with radio stations interspersing caller tributes to soldiers with the song, and it peaked at number 46 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's theme revolves around the emotional impact of war on families, particularly from a mother's perspective. It reflects on the pride and sorrow experienced as she sends her son off to war, drawing a poignant picture of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their loved ones. This heartfelt ballad is characterized by its somber melody and George Michael's emotive vocal performance. The song's reflective and melancholic tone complements its powerful lyrical message about the personal costs of conflict.