Mean Mary is a superb songwriter and an incredible musician. She had me transfixed by Iron Horse. Now I listen to everything she does. This ballad is riveting. What a storyteller! More people need to tell their friends and families about Mean Mary. Somebody this good should be recognized across America. One day she could have millions of fans.
I agree Mean Mary is a incredible musician. I 1st saw here playing a Banjo so much talent now she is playing acoustic guitar so great too. No reverb, no autotune, pure talent. She is so excellent
Tractor show is a great song.she did long cool Texan at age 6 & playing acoustic guitar.she plays mandolin violin also cotton eye Joe she rips a mean bow. Picking balm good song too. She reminds me of a female version of Hank Williams with ALL songs & talents. SHE IS 1 OF A KIND FOR SURE❤❤❤
Unforgettable Southern Gothic. We never find out what the mob did in Murder Creek, but that adds to rather than subtract from the power of the narrative.
It takes a special kind of singer to rivetingly tell a story in song - you are a master of it. Your lighter songs are great fun, but when you deal with things that are dark, you create masterpieces. I can not wait until the cd arrives and I can listen to this in the dark with the cat asleep on the desk and a glass of good bourbon near to my hand.
I feel like I learned a lot about the people that were involved in what happened at Murder Creek ..... and I'm not sure what exactly happened at Murder Creek! Such an intriguing song; every revelation only leads to more questions! I love every Mean Mary song I've heard .... but these deep story songs of hers really are next level! So well done!
Just a guess, but I suspect the man Mary mentions briefly at the beginning of the tale was probably double and triple-timing the women in the song, they all found out, got very VERY PO'd and so they got together and killed him "...at Murder Creek." And now they have to live with the guilt. And there's no real living with it.
They may have been crawdad hunting. But the crawdads weren't interested. So their gathering descended into a mud fight. Things just when downhill from there. That could be embarrassing, you know.
This is enormously powerful, and I will never understand why the world isn't listening to Mary, her talent, her passion, her incredible craftmanship in music and in lyrics. There are hard-hitting verses forged with poetic care, amazing metaphors, wordplay, a whole diorama of well-expressed feelings in this story. Being a fan of Mary is one of my better vices in music.
@@maggiekelly6212 That is a lie and a completely vile thing to say. You talk like a malicious, gossiping woman-hater. Both Mean Mary and Taylor Swift are brilliant songwriters. You can't sleep your way to good lyrics. You're can either write or you can't. So the hell with you, you miserable troll.
@@maggiekelly6212 That is a lie. Taylor Swift did not “lay down” for anybody, you malicious cow. Both Mean Mary and Swift are brilliant songwriters - a skill that you either have, or you don’t have.
Ain't nothing I don't love about this woman. So many of her songs and videos are favorites of mine. Her voice, what her voice puts into those songs, reaches in and touches my soul and I'm left emotionally touched.
Your newest album puts your smokey, mysterious timbre to wonderful purpose. It all seems to be a new season for you, and you are definitely up for it. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! Awesome! I love all your stuff, but your Darker stuff especially ( Dark Woods, Sweet Jezebel etc.), so this has just become one of my new favorites!
@howardkrumholtz285 there's more than just one song. For both artists. Let's not just say things to say them. Let your words hold meaning and power, not nonsense.
There are three types of flesh and bone...And those who want to be left alone. Wow! That verse says it all. This song is your best yet. Thank you Mary.❤😢🪕🎶💯🌹🌹🙏
I just listened for the first time. I am speechless! Killer lyrics! (Uh, literally, I think...) I never thought you could do better than Sweet Jezebel for snaring us with words and then pulling us in... I think you just did!!! Long time Mean Mary fan here, and I have the tshirts to prove it!!!!
The friend I never had one of the best songs in my opinion sweet Jezebel and dark woods sweet fund Cotton Eye Joe great Renditions and blackberry blossom some of the older stuff blazing and I fell into the night the list is practically endless one of the most unique songwriters I've ever heard thank you Mary thank you very much for all your contributions to the music industry and to your fans bravo bravo encore encore❤❤❤❤❤ can't forget what about today praise the Lord for mean Mary James
Dang it, Mary! I had to immediately add this to my "Not While Driving" playlist along with the likes of Blazing and Dark Woods. According to the people behind me on the highway, I have way too much fun tapping my toes and stomping my feet when listening to this. Looking forward to seeing this one live though!
stunning an spine chilling-what a story teller and musician! a true gem-she needs to be heard more on radio/mainstream...continued success and health Ms. Mary...
That’s just the perfect song! It’s a beautifully written ballad with several memorable lines. Then there’s your lovely, deep, soulful voice and that screaming hot banjo playing. Just perfect…..❤️🐝🤗
WOW! listening to this song reminds me of the first time I heard "Ode to Billy Joe" many years ago. A new mystery for folks to wonder about for decades
Her songs tell the story of her musical odyssey and journey-triumphs through her life and she brings them to us. Thank you marry for sharing with us.... M.Gomes -- Spring valley california 🇺🇸
WOW!!! I am an instant fan...at 69. Your flawless performance at 6 years old singing "Long Tall Texan" totally drew me in. I absolutely loved it. I don't know why, but it brought tears to my eyes...perhaps just the sheer joy of being thoroughly entertained. Every video of yours I have watched now has shown me your a tremendous talent. Thank you...
This one really puts a lump in your throat. Beautiful and "terrible" storytelling all at once, a very scary and emotional song reminiscent of Murder on the Orient Express. It needs to be made into a movie. Of course we all want to know what was left on the table, a knife, likely. This one is going to #1 on the country and many other charts. How many people can relate to the lyrics with the things they regret in their life? Plenty. All I can say is, don't live in the past or you'll never live in the present.
This is a masterpiece. The lyrics, music, singing, video are all perfect, creating a story and characters and atmosphere better than many books and movies. I hope this will get the recognition it deserves.
An original story song. My favorite material. I got about a hundred fit this description. Took about 30 years. Great job. Your vocal dynamics are perfect. Kool video. Keep em coming girl. Fight this world with that talent you got and break through the wall head on. May all the luck you need come your way.
Mean Mary is a superb songwriter and an incredible musician. She had me transfixed by Iron Horse. Now I listen to everything she does. This ballad is riveting. What a storyteller! More people need to tell their friends and families about Mean Mary. Somebody this good should be recognized across America. One day she could have millions of fans.
Mean Mary I fell into the night... That gal. That gal can pick
Living in PA surrounded by creeks and Trump signs this song runs chills down my spine.
I agree Mean Mary is a incredible musician.
I 1st saw here playing a Banjo so much talent
now she is playing acoustic guitar so great too.
No reverb, no autotune, pure talent.
She is so excellent
Tractor show is a great song.she did long cool Texan at age 6 & playing acoustic guitar.she plays mandolin violin also cotton eye Joe she rips a mean bow. Picking balm good song too. She reminds me of a female version of Hank Williams with ALL songs & talents. SHE IS 1 OF A KIND FOR SURE❤❤❤
Same here😅
Unforgettable Southern Gothic. We never find out what the mob did in Murder Creek, but that adds to rather than subtract from the power of the narrative.
"We got grudges as old as the dirt." 💯
Mary is truly unique and does things no one else can do. What a blessing she is to us all. ❤
It takes a special kind of singer to rivetingly tell a story in song - you are a master of it. Your lighter songs are great fun, but when you deal with things that are dark, you create masterpieces. I can not wait until the cd arrives and I can listen to this in the dark with the cat asleep on the desk and a glass of good bourbon near to my hand.
I feel like I learned a lot about the people that were involved in what happened at Murder Creek ..... and I'm not sure what exactly happened at Murder Creek! Such an intriguing song; every revelation only leads to more questions! I love every Mean Mary song I've heard .... but these deep story songs of hers really are next level! So well done!
Just a guess, but I suspect the man Mary mentions briefly at the beginning of the tale was probably double and triple-timing the women in the song, they all found out, got very VERY PO'd and so they got together and killed him "...at Murder Creek."
And now they have to live with the guilt. And there's no real living with it.
They may have been crawdad hunting. But the crawdads weren't interested. So their gathering descended into a mud fight. Things just when downhill from there. That could be embarrassing, you know.
@@wayneantoniazzi2706 I think you nailed it. The lyrics depict the whole thing remarkably well, don't they?
@@וויליאםמייאר I think so, it's the reason I drew my conclusion.
@@wayneantoniazzi2706 But what about Big Ben the horse? A red herring?
This is enormously powerful, and I will never understand why the world isn't listening to Mary, her talent, her passion, her incredible craftmanship in music and in lyrics. There are hard-hitting verses forged with poetic care, amazing metaphors, wordplay, a whole diorama of well-expressed feelings in this story. Being a fan of Mary is one of my better vices in music.
ya just gotta lay down for the right people...mary didn't, taylor...well, you figure it out
@@maggiekelly6212 That is a lie and a completely vile thing to say. You talk like a malicious, gossiping woman-hater. Both Mean Mary and Taylor Swift are brilliant songwriters. You can't sleep your way to good lyrics. You're can either write or you can't. So the hell with you, you miserable troll.
For whatever reason sometimes the best are the most ignored. Mary is a good example. The great folk/pop singer Harry Chapin was another one..
@@maggiekelly6212 That is a lie. Taylor Swift did not “lay down” for anybody, you malicious cow. Both Mean Mary and Swift are brilliant songwriters - a skill that you either have, or you don’t have.
@@gerfmon1I don’t think Harry Chapin was ignored. He had two huge hits and a string of moderately successful singles. Not to mention 2 Grammys.
Amazing, such a beautiful voice and song.
Ain't nothing I don't love about this woman. So many of her songs and videos are favorites of mine. Her voice, what her voice puts into those songs, reaches in and touches my soul and I'm left emotionally touched.
If I only had 1/1000 of her talent I would smile and sing every day of my life. What a great musical inspiration
Your newest album puts your smokey, mysterious timbre to wonderful purpose. It all seems to be a new season for you, and you are definitely up for it. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! Awesome! I love all your stuff, but your Darker stuff especially ( Dark Woods, Sweet Jezebel etc.), so this has just become one of my new favorites!
How i know the world is upside down: Taylor Swift is a global phenomenon and Mean Mary isn't.
Mean Mary sings about murder. Taylor sings about relationships. Wonder why Taylor is more popular? I like this song, but I'm not surprised.
@howardkrumholtz285 there's more than just one song. For both artists. Let's not just say things to say them. Let your words hold meaning and power, not nonsense.
@@robertdavies2871 uh, ok, then. Every Swift song sucks, 80% of Mary's songs are awesome. Is that enough "meaning" for you?
@skodaz97 i wasn't talking to you, inferiority complex much?
@skodaz97 Was I talking to you? No I was not. Inferiority complex much?
A musical motion picture for the mind
Mean Mary you are a truly outstanding artist. Talent like yours is rare, thank you for sharing it with us.
That was brilliant. Thanks from Canada.
Love this song - superb storytelling!
I've written it before in this space how much I love a good song in a minor key; "Murder Creek" is an outstanding song in a minor key.
It's so great to see the era of Singer/Song Writer is still alive and well in you, and the banjo is icing on the cake.
There are three types of flesh and bone...And those who want to be left alone. Wow! That verse says it all. This song is your best yet. Thank you Mary.❤😢🪕🎶💯🌹🌹🙏
Thank you Mary! It’s awesome!🙏❤️😎👍
Authentic and genuine mega talent! Mary is a rare gem 💎
I just listened for the first time. I am speechless! Killer lyrics! (Uh, literally, I think...) I never thought you could do better than Sweet Jezebel for snaring us with words and then pulling us in... I think you just did!!!
Long time Mean Mary fan here, and I have the tshirts to prove it!!!!
My goodness sake, You are one talented lady Mary!!
What a blessing she is to us all. Authentic and genuine mega talent! Mary is a rare gem, Thank you Mary! It’s awesome!
Mind blown. Your voice and your artistry are gifts from God.
Even the first verse gives me chills. Such incredible vocal and instrumental storytelling!!
I have enjoyed Mary for years, but she hits it out of the park with this one!
Discovered Just this night, can't stop listening to Mean Mary ❤
I don't think anyone could have sang it better. Enchanting!
The friend I never had one of the best songs in my opinion sweet Jezebel and dark woods sweet fund Cotton Eye Joe great Renditions and blackberry blossom some of the older stuff blazing and I fell into the night the list is practically endless one of the most unique songwriters I've ever heard thank you Mary thank you very much for all your contributions to the music industry and to your fans bravo bravo encore encore❤❤❤❤❤ can't forget what about today praise the Lord for mean Mary James
WONDERFUL
WOW! WOW! WOW! I absolutely love everything about this awesome song! I am very moved, thank you sooooo much!!!
Dang it, Mary! I had to immediately add this to my "Not While Driving" playlist along with the likes of Blazing and Dark Woods. According to the people behind me on the highway, I have way too much fun tapping my toes and stomping my feet when listening to this. Looking forward to seeing this one live though!
its gets better the more often i listen to it
It does, doesn't it?
Outstanding as always! Anxiously waiting for the arrival of the new album. 😊
It's INCREDIBLE how much TALENT GOD gave YOU, Mary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Heck yes, great banjo entrance! And what a murder epic. Well done, Mary!
Oh shit. Mary is pure gold.
That banjo is 🔥🪕
stunning an spine chilling-what a story teller and musician! a true gem-she needs to be heard more on radio/mainstream...continued success and health Ms. Mary...
The definition of Southern Gothic
Nice video, Mary! Beautiful song!
That’s just the perfect song! It’s a beautifully written ballad with several memorable lines. Then there’s your lovely, deep, soulful voice and that screaming hot banjo playing. Just perfect…..❤️🐝🤗
Well said "... several memorable lines..." A cleverly thought out song
@@cedricbadger1348 Thank you❤️🐝🤗
4:47 Mystic Banjo 🪕 Loved the video Ms.Mary You are AMAZING! 😎😎
Heck yeah, great banjo entrance! Awesome murder epic. Thanks, Mary!
Pure talent and beautiful green eye to boot, sweet
I mainly listen to metal, but I really like your music. This song is another example of how great music transcends genre. Ty.
Superb story teller! Love your deep, throaty voice & musical style. Mary...you just get better at every turn! Thank you for sharing!😍
I don't know where she's been all my life but I'm glad I found her. What a talent! Gonna listen to a lot more and buy me some.
So happy to see Mean Mary get the acclaim she deserves. I've been a fan for years. Love "Rose Tattoo".
Wow! Golden Gold! God Blessed Mean Mary!
Fantastic story telling, your musicianship and voice are a pure joy. Thank you.
Wow Mary, you've never looked better. You're like a fine wine.
This song was fantastic. Your writing is really maturing
Oh Mary you are the best story teller 😮 love your music 🎶 really love this one 👏🔥♥️♥️
Simply Wonderful!!!
WOW! listening to this song reminds me of the first time I heard "Ode to Billy Joe" many years ago. A new mystery for folks to wonder about for decades
Incredible story teller. Beautiful voice. I could listen to her forever
It's the first time I listened to this great singer🎶💫, and she's very very incredible🌹🍀. I ❤it🫶. It's a big discovery.🎁♥️ Thanks so much ❤️🍀🌹🎶🌿
We love you Mss Mary. All God's good blessings to you and your family
Yes le rythme, top la voix. A suivre absolument c'est du talent pur
Incredible song from an amazing artist.
Mary, another great Song and Video.🌹😘
Voice , Talent & Love of her Trade
Her songs tell the story of her musical odyssey and journey-triumphs through her life and she brings them to us.
Thank you marry for sharing with us....
M.Gomes
-- Spring valley california 🇺🇸
Got my Woman Creature CD on the mail today. Thanks Mary.
Wow. Too cool for school. Brilliant stuff.👍,😊,❤.
WOW!!! I am an instant fan...at 69. Your flawless performance at 6 years old singing "Long Tall Texan" totally drew me in. I absolutely loved it. I don't know why, but it brought tears to my eyes...perhaps just the sheer joy of being thoroughly entertained. Every video of yours I have watched now has shown me your a tremendous talent. Thank you...
I hear you! 62, here, and sending this
Love your story songs! 🫣🫣😊
Great song and voice. Have recently started to listen to your discography. Thanks for your music
Perfection... as always
the more im listen to this song....its getting better and better....i cannot believe that
that's bad ass music she deserves more of what life can offer she is a great talented person
I also was hooked once I heard Iron Horse and Seeet Jezebele. Murder Creek, another one of your many masterpieces. I love your style!
Beauty and Ballad. Thank you for this perfection.
I Absolutely Love This Song‼️❤️🔥🥰❤️🔥💯 Stay Humbly Blessed and True To Your Natural Talent‼️💖✨😇🙏💯
I just put my guitar down and quit! I give up and bow down to the Lady troubadour like no other! Bravo!!
You've out done yourself with this one Mary.Bravo!
You are SOOOOO good!
Epic storytelling!!
Love it! ❤❤❤
WowW.. Mary James..🍒
❤ez..😘 X
Pembrokeshire wales uk
Can't wait to watch, and listen to ALL YOUR work.!!! ❤u
Glad this randomly came up in my suggestions. Great songwriting and story to boot. Subscribed after about 30 seconds in.
Mary, I think it's your best song so far, certainly the most intriguing.
Great song! Love hearing something new!
You are special, Mary! I so enjoy your videos!!
A lot of talent went into that song and video, great lyrics and playing!
Mary Love This Song and Video 😀❤️❤️❤️😊
This one really puts a lump in your throat. Beautiful and "terrible" storytelling all at once, a very scary and emotional song reminiscent of Murder on the Orient Express. It needs to be made into a movie. Of course we all want to know what was left on the table, a knife, likely. This one is going to #1 on the country and many other charts. How many people can relate to the lyrics with the things they regret in their life? Plenty. All I can say is, don't live in the past or you'll never live in the present.
This is a masterpiece. The lyrics, music, singing, video are all perfect, creating a story and characters and atmosphere better than many books and movies. I hope this will get the recognition it deserves.
love this, Mary is a national treasure
An original story song. My favorite material. I got about a hundred fit this description. Took about 30 years. Great job. Your vocal dynamics are perfect. Kool video. Keep em coming girl. Fight this world with that talent you got and break through the wall head on. May all the luck you need come your way.
You are an artist. Enjoy your work and good look. So nice to see original talent.
Amazing Mary! Love from Sweden ❤️
Ive been a fan since I saw her sing Long Tall Texan when she was six. Raw talent for sure.
Wow. Wow. Wow. I think everyone is in love with your music. You are always so amazing.
There is so much of this song I love so thanks for over 8 minutes of amazing musicality, can’t wait to hear more .love from the uk 🇬🇧
You do these types of songs so well
Absolutely Awesome Mary. I'm now a fan. This story could be in my neck of the woods. Amazing vocals and pickin'. Massive talent. ❤❤❤
so AMAZING !!!!!! wow mary this so great the video is perfect
Great talent
Good with words
And a multi talented musician
She's a bad ass vocally and musicly love it .
OHHH.. WOW.. I'm mind blown. This is incredible!!!!!! 😮😮
The most powerful song I have this century--awesome.
Mary has several 'most powerful' songs.