I ran into my wife while this song was playing on the overhead of a Kash and Karry supermarket near USF in Tampa in the late '80s. For some reason I started a conversation about the song and she said she liked Danny Wilson, me being a dumb 22 year old Temple Terrace kid simply agreed. Fast forward a week, I work at Busch Gardens and go to a worker party after hours and guess who is there? We talk a bit more and with a 4 beer courage I get a date and 3 or 4 years later we were married and still are for 30 years now. Our daughter is at FSU. Time flies y'all. Great song, it is the song I heard when I met my wife!
What a wonderful story! Happened upon the movie "Something About Mary" again a few days ago and heard a quick clip of this song. Remembered how much I loved it years ago and searched to find this! Haven't heard it in years. The version on Spotify is much different, so I'm happy that I found this video version. Also glad that I happened upon your story. Congrats on a long and happy marriage!
There is NOTHING like 80's music. NOTHING. This song actually made me cry 35 years later. My sister singing this in the living room is a powerful memory, and brought me here. Thank you Danny. You have no idea what this song means to me.
Danny Wilson is the name of the band Danny Wilson doesn’t exist I think they got the name picking the name of a football player from the results section of a newspaper
@@Justice4fashunuWhen I rediscovered this song at a grocery store 4 years ago during the miserable lock downs, I wondered why I didn't appreciate it more as a kid back then. So I researched and learned the same about the name and have never been able to decide if that was a clever name or not, lol.
@@Justice4fashunu Mary's Prayer is on their album, "Meet Danny Wilson". The band's name came from "Meet Danny Wilson", a 1952 American drama musical film starring Frank Sinatra as Danny Wilson, Shelley Winters and Raymond Burr.
@@rjjcms1 Not sure about football player Danny Wilson.... but the Danny Wilson name came from a 1952 musical drama, "Meet Danny Wilson", starring Frank Sinatra (as Danny Wilson), Raymond Burr, and Shelley Winters. Actually the 1987 album Mary's Prayer is on, is called "Meet Danny Wilson".
I just read your post again. I am so sorry for your loss. I just turned 50 in April and I remember when this song came out. I loved it. My kids love it too! I hope your day goes better with fond memories of your dad.
My brother was born 5,09,1980... he loved this song and wanted it as his funeral song, which I always brushed off... never did I think I'd lose him on the 14,03.2021 and had to play this for him at the age of 40 💔💔💔 he was the best big brother ever... goodnight God bless Phillip lightfoot. See you soon bro xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
I worked for Danny Wilson (Gary Clarke) in his studio back in 2005. Himself and his wife where both lovely and they made me feel welcome in their home in west London. Great Song!
Congratulations. Yes, it is a great song and great band. Gary's last name is spelled Clark. Danny Wilson is not another name for Gary Clark. It was the name of his trio.
This was the first song my mum and I would play every time we got into the car for a drive. She passed away unexpectedly in March this year. I quoted this song in my eulogy. Leave a light on in heaven for me mumma
So sorry ~ Beautiful line from this song that you quoted. I am sure your Mum is leaving a light on for you, and she will be the first in line to greet you ~
You were born in the decade that needed you. You're growing up in the decades that need you. Because if you like this song and the powerful 80s songs, then you are exceptional and we need all the exceptional kids we can get in this country right now. I'm 54. Everyone under 35 is a kid to me :)
No Internet , no mobile Phones So what we had was Sport , Music , and Live pub Music . So before you even Got a gig , you had To be Good , Practices , Practices , Justin Bieber Would not made it , he sings 5 word Songs 🎵 Sorry can he sing ? There No Depth and Breath today . Your Right the 80 was great , that when I was a Young man !!! and the Difference Was , Alcohol , but in my Case no Drugs !!
I'd like to leave one more comment... This song also reminds me of my mother who passed away back in 1985. She used to keep a light on the front porch for me when it got dark outside. Now, I believe she still keeps one on for me in Heaven. We all were blessed to live one of the most fabulous times in all of history. This song is one of the GREATS, keeping our memories alive. It was a wonderful time to be alive. Bless all of you.💕
I love this song. 1988, my first car, my first love, summer, freedom, fun, feeling these days would never end. It's been 34 years now. It feels like yesterday.
Time waits for no man, I have such fond memories of songs from the 80's/90's my childhood memories, teen years etc, and here I am in an unrecognisable world in 2022, thinking about my mortality, I'm only 41 but even that sounds old, they do say you always have your memories of happier times, so there is that, sorry for the frankly depressing post lol
I am a 1982 baby hitting 41 and I love this song!!! The 80’s and 90’s music was way better then the crap we have to hear today. Nothing like nostalgic music!!!!♥️🙏
I'm a 1982 baby too and also a huge fan of this song!!! It's interesting, I started listening to the radio really young and definitely remember a lot of songs from 1987/88 (and a handful from even earlier), but for some reason I missed this one and only discovered it much later. Not to sound pretentious, but I just really think it's kind of pathetic what passes for music these days...and I'm pretty open-minded with music, as my tastes run all over the place! Anyway, glad there's still an appreciation (and market) for 80s/90s music like this! 😊
My friend turned me on to this song in 1986. I, then, played it for my sister. She, as did I, fell in love love with it. My sister took her life in 1987. Marys Prayer was played on cassette player at her funeral.
This song came out when I was a teenager and it just grabbed me. Back in those days, there wasn’t internet or google I patiently waited to hear it again and when it came on the radio, I froze and listened After all these years I still feel the same way. Beautiful, amazing song
Ahhh, yes, you said it well :) YEah... such great memories... hearing a song, and just waiting and waiting for it to come on again. And then when it did..... oh Joy oh Bliss ;)
@@andrewm8831 The meaning of the song? It’s a guy singing a girl who he wished he still had, one he blew it with ( did I have to make this mess) when she was in his life. “ I made such a big mistake when I was Mary’s prayer”
Hadn't heard this song in 30 years and just stumbled across it today. Recognized it as soon as I heard this. What a wonderful song. Feel like I found a diamond on the ground. Won't lose it again.
#samegirlsame! I just heard this on satellite radio. I can’t believe I had forgotten it!! I recorded it off the radio and played it over and over in my car. @jeffnash
Standing in line at the pet store. I started singing along . Strange things is folks were shocked I new the whole song. And not just because I’m black. It was on the jukebox and in rotation while I was stationed in Germany. 👏🏾👏🏾
I can't believe this song only reached #23 on the US billboard charts when it came out back in 1987. Definitely the most underrated tune that ever came out over the airways.
I am 65 yrs old. I love music! I dont rem this song. I guess its been 4 yrs when I first heard it. I really love it, being a Mary and a Catholic. God bless everyone ❤❤
For me this was one of those timeless songs released when I was a teenager, totally forgotten for 30 years until now and it’s instantly remembered as if it was yesterday. It truly is / was a wonderful record.
I'd be honored if some fans of eclectic mid-80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of MARY'S PRAYER and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy on my YT channel in tribute to the sound of the era. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Peace and stay safe in the '020s.
My wife and I had an argument 2 days ago that resulted in both of us slamming doors. Last night at 3am I woke with this song in my head. Hadn't heard it in decades. Sat in garage to listen and read the lyrics. I believe God sent me this song to reconsile with my wife. Read the lyrics and you'll understand.
The song is about a guy who takes his girlfriend for granted and she left. He only realizes his mistake when it is too late. It of course applies to anyone who takes advantage of another person. Hope it works out for you.
I hope it worked out and you are getting on again mate! songs always mean different things to different people and you reflect on the words and their meaning.
It's one of those songs that pop into your head out of the blue. When you grew up as a young child in the 80's, these old gems find a permanent place in your head. Timeless classics like this song.
The 80s, as a whole, was not the strongest overall decade of music. Sound was unique. Mary's prayer was great. So many good ones but, as a whole, it had pockets that were substantially better. Certainly better than today but I would argue 1991-1994 is substantially better than any 4 years in the 70s. 70-75 is way better in all aspects, top to bottom. 65-68 is much better as well. When you formulate the decades together the 80s ranks better than the entire 90s (but the 91-94 area trumps any subsequent 4 year period in the 80s), 00s, 10s. Lags significantly behind the strength of the 70s and evolutionary 50s. Probably, even with the power groups of the Beatles, etc. beats out the 60s
I'd be honored if some fans of under-the-radar 80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of MARY'S PRAYER by Danny Wilson and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy on my YT channel in tribute to the legendary mid-80s sound. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Thanks and all the best in the '020s.
Only a poet could pack this much pathos into this short verse. Only a Master Band could deliver it. "One Hit Wonder..." So what. Power is power. Art is art.
I'd be honored if some fans of under-the-radar 80s classics would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of MARY'S PRAYER by Danny Wilson and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by Dream Academy on my channel in tribute to the era. Live acoustic with no autotune. Thanks and pardon the promo.
I haven't heard this song for such a long time, maybe decades. I knew the tune but not the lyrics nor the singer. But now I do. Such a nostalgic reminder of the late 80s.
I loved this song when I was a kid because my older brother liked it. My brother died last December aged just 47, and this song now has extra significance. Always loved it, always love you Matt
There is just something MAGICAL AND BEAUTIFUL about this song. It tugs at my heartstrings, and I get chills every single time I play it...and that is ALOT!!
For almost thirty years, I've loved this song. I've never gotten tired of hearing it. oh man...what i wouldn't give to go back to 1987...why did those days ever have to go?...
I have to say that when this song came out, I would cry everytime I heard it. Her name was Wendy, and she loved me to distraction. I took that for granted, always looking for greener pastures, and would leave her when I found them. She always took me back... until she didn't. I did the usual pleading and persuading, but it was too late. I was gone from her heart. That was almost 45 years ago, and I regret it to this day. We both moved on, and have had happy and healthy lives, but what I wouldn't give to be, when I was Wendy's prayer.
Oh! My! Gawd! I had completely forgotten about this song and heard it on the system at Sam's Club. I instantly stopped, stunned, and listened and it struck some vague memory. I got my phone about right as it was ending and Shazaamed it. Once I heard the beginning I knew it!! I loved this song when it was out and somehow I forgot about it. I've listened to it a thousand times since then and it will be forgotten no longer!!
I had the exact same thing happen to me in a supermarket two days ago. It stirred up this vague memory of some deep feeling. It was like a blurry time machine. I got on my phone right away too and was afraid if I didn't hurry I'd lose this song again. Now I've been playing it over and over. No one I've asked remembers it. It's like I found a magical hidden treasure. It's amazing how just a few bars of music can open a door to part of my past that I'd forgotten. Thanks for sharing.
Went to see a German Shepard Dog named pepper that needed to be rescued from the shelter. She seemed sweet and already had 2 dogs and my wife is in a wheelchair so i was debating what to do I felt the smart thing was to not adopt, But then I was walking in Home Depot in a town i almost never visit and heard Mary's Prayer and the line " I made such a big Mistake when i was Mary's Prayer" And I thought we are her Prayer so we adopted her and renamed her Mary! So glad we did!
She’s doing great fitting in well got my 100lb shepherd to play, she such a sweet dog more so than most Im very happy I heard this song and made the right decision. Sadly there’s so many others that need homes
It doesn't have to be complex, if a song elevates your soul, and makes you feel good, happy and alive then it's an excellent song. That is what Danny Wilson's Mary's prayer does for me.
:( I'm sorry. I hope you are doing ok or better. I'm really hoping for doing well, but I don't know you so I started with OK. Have a good day. God bless you and your partner
Loved this song the first time I heard it. I had an elderly friend named Mary, so I recorded it on cassette tape and played it for her. She loved it! I may have been 20 years old then, I'm 64 now.
That is so true for this song. I heard it on the radio as a kid when it was new. Yeas later I searched for it, as it just stayed in my head. Now I have it on CD, and Still listen to it here. I personally made such a big mistake, letting my ex wife go.
Always remember my sister drove me made about this song loved it but didn’t know the song title and who who sang it I was in a record store one day and playing the song so I bought it hoping it was the right song gave it too her when she played it the look on my little sisters face will be one thing I will always treasure she lost her battle too breast cancer RIP Cluck❤❤❤❤
Every time I hear this song I just cry so heavily. The day before I turned 17 I lost my grandmother. Til this day every time I think of her watching over me in heaven. I love and miss you grandmom. RIP Mary G. 8-4/11-28
No auto tune, no samples, not written by twenty "composers", no lawsuits after release, no "collab", no massive hype,--just pure, no-nonsense, unadulterated talent & musicianship.
I'd be honored if some fans of eclectic mid-80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performances of MARY'S PRAYER and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy in tribute to the sound of the era. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Peace and stay safe in the '020s.
I Thank God for every moment I spent with my Daughter you will never be forgotten to me you was my angel on this earth rest in peace now your in heaven until we meet soon again love you always and forever your Mom. 🩷🩷🩷
This is my mother’s favourite song. She used to listen to it when lacing up the boots of the inhabitants of our tenement. Everyone else living there had clumsy finger,s o she did it out the kindness of her heart
heard this song the other day. and then realised how quickly our years disappear. our young days and friends . are but a blip. but the music continues . peace and love everybody .
A 50 year old 1980's nostalgic man. Because you used "Bloody" are you from England? If so, do you know of any British offer to let Americans move to Britain from America? I'd give my house in exchange for a house in Britain.
50 years old and still love this song.. What's crazy is haven't heard it in decades and didn't remember the name.. So I googled 80s song Mary and it popped up❤
I never knew who sang this terrific song back in the 80's but always liked it. But I just re-watched the movie "There's Something About Mary" tonight & was blown away by it all over again. I can't believe i've been living without it all these yrs. Anyway i'm glad that I finally found out who sang it cuz no 80's hits collection is truly complete without this one.
funny as hell, I watched the movie last night, paused it and went on a mission to find this fantastic and personally meaningful song. I had never known all the lyrics until now. Damn good.
Beautiful song that lifted my sad spirits during a very rough post-college period 1987-88. This song was big on the charts in late Summer 1987. Asking for someone to pray for you is always good if you are a person of faith. Blessings will follow albeit never in the exact way or timing you wanted. Some 35 years later, retired and happily married this song still has relevance to me. Enjoying a happy retirement where I can be on you tube even at midnight and reflecting back on God's wonderful grace!
This song came out my Freshman year of high school. I had no idea who sang this song. This was way before Google. I had to record it off of the radio on my cassette tape and hoped they would say the artist's name. 40 years later, I still get nostalgic and listen to this song on that same cassette. Great song!!
I have heard this song before, but only in grocery stores. The chorus' "save me" I could work out, but was it. Not enough to Google and find out what it was. Then the other day, it was playing loudly (along with other songs) at the local Applebees and I was finally able to hear more lyrics. All the references to "Mary" unsettled me, but it seems they are strictly metaphorical; the song is apparently a love song.
A comedian did a skit about hearing a song once before the internet. It would drive you crazy until you met someone a few years later who could give you the whole story of the song. His punchline: "That was how you met your wife!"
One of my favourite lines in a song " blessed is the millionare who shares your wedding day " ..it says so much in such a short sentence...absolute genius writing .
I used to listen to this song when I was broken hearted because the guy I loved only saw me as a friend and I knew he was going to regret letting me go, he actually did and after some time appart we got together again and now he's going to be the one "who will share my wedding day"
this reminds me of being a child, on the swing in my back garden listening to this on the radio, on a hot summer's day, not a care in the world, what I would give to relive one moment of that happiness!!!!
Probably a tad older than yourself, but the Brits were pumping out some, if not the best, pop music ever during the 80's. Love listening to all kinds of music these days, but often can't stop myself from going back and listening to those 80's classics and this is clearly one of them!
This will always remind me of my friend Micky wainwright who sadly passed away 2021... If only we could go back in time and do it all again.. Great memories of a very dear friend.. Always in my thoughts x
I've been listening to this since it came out in the 80s. Everytime it takes me back to great days, style, everyone together. I literally listen to it everyday as it cheers me up no end. An absolutely brilliant tune!
Oh wow...I forgot all about this wonderful song. It brings back so many great memories of the 1980's. It was the best time of my life...happy and sad at the same time. Thank you Danny Wilson ...you are a part of the soundtrack to my life!
Just to freak people out, lead singer Gary Clark as just turned 62, which makes him 2 years younger than me. After all these years this is still an amazing song, listeners from the distant future, you are welcombe!
My mother's name was Mary...when she passed away missed by so many...an angel...35 years 8th June...if you shake the tree to hard...leave a light on mam😢🙏💙 amazing song ❤
Everything is wonderful Being here is heavenly Every single day she sends Everything is free I used to be so careless as if I couldn't care less Did I have to make this mess When I was Mary's prayer Suddenly the heavens roared Suddenly the rain came down Suddenly was washed away the Mary that I knew So when you find somebody you keep think of me and celebrate I made such a big mistake when I was Mary's prayer So if I say Save me, save me Be the light in my eyes And if I say ten hail Marys leave a light on in Heaven for me Blessed is the one who shares your power and your beauty Mary Blessed is the millionaire who shares your wedding day So when you find somebody you keep think of me and celebrate I made such a big mistake when I was Mary's prayer So if I say Save me, save me Be the light in my eyes And if I say ten hail Marys leave a light on in Heaven Save me, save me Be the light in my eyes And if I say ten hail Marys leave a light on in Heaven for me If you want the fruit to fall you have to give the tree a shake if you shake the tree too hard the bough is gonna break and if I can't reach the top of the tree Mary you could blow me up there what I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer So if I say Save me, save me Be the light in my eyes And if I say ten hail Marys leave a light on in Heaven Save me, save me Be the light in my eyes And if I say ten hail Marys leave a light on in Heaven for me Save me, save me be the light in my eyes What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer
sonic s it actually is BLOW... look at his lips in the video... or look at the live version in 2014 where you can clearly hear it and he touches his lips.
@@TheCompton2010 mate hes Scottish with a fair accent , you ain't gonna read his lips , being english/or Scottish he ain't going to say blow because this is slang for a sex act , Google lyrics for Mary's prayer it clearly states HOLD me up there , love you man ✌peace out
THE TRUTH IS: If I didn't have my wife and children and a time machine was invented, I'd go back to this era in a heartbeat. I'd have no reason to stay.
+Lord Mamba They are not a one-hit wonder they are a 2 hit wonder- All their other singles failed to get in to the top 40-They also had a hit album:The second summer of love so really 3 hit wonder
@@bnegs521 Ummmmmm, how did you not read my other comment before you posted-sorry mate lol They had 2 top 40 singles-the 2nd being-"The Second Summer of Love" getting top 30!
Danny Wilson - one of my most favorite songs in the universe - since it was originally released. WORK OF ART. LOVE YOU GUYS. ALWAYS. YOU. DANNY WILSON AND BAND. MATTER. Part of History.
Adam Powell me either but my guess is that most are brainless and have no taste, just look at the state of the music business today, gutter gaunt tasteless repetitive crap.
Adam Powell Justice was done and itt was eventually - when it first came out in 1987 I thought it was good it got played a bit on radio but didn't chart,but it suddenly went top 3 in the UK in April/May the following year.
It reached no 3 in the UK a year after initial release and 10 years later was in the soundtrack to ‘There’s something about Mary’. I just checked the dates in case the film was behind it’s chart success. But not so apparently. None of the band members were called Danny Wilson - it was a band name!
the music charts are weird the song - Shaddappa ya face beat ultravox,s Vienna to the number 1 slot back in the mid 80s.Vienna is a total classic like marys prayer yet a stupid novelty song beat it that year theres no point in trying to make sense out of the general public
The most beautiful song I've ever heard I'm crying while typing this I came across this playing drums it just happened to appear I love it I needed to hear this
I've been hearing this song in my head for the last couple of days, but couldn't remember the actual name of the song. All I could remember was "Keep a light on in Heaven", so I'm glad I remembered at least that much, because the song popped up on YT. So glad to actually hear it again. I don't know if anyone else feels the same as I do, but I miss our music and the times we had. I miss our lives, and the planned dreams we had before 2020. 🌻💕. God bless you to whomever is reading this. 🤗
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My late wife liked this song. I can still hear her singing it.
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Damn bro that one got me🙏🏿😪
I’m sure she still is 😻
VERY SORRY FOR LOST I UNDERSTAND 🙏 🤲
My sister passed away and I heard this song on the radio, her name was Mary. Rest with the angels in heaven honey.
Bless you all😢
RIP to your sister. My mom and pop are getting old.
Thank you bless you and those you love
I am sorry for you...
I'm so so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace ❤❤
I ran into my wife while this song was playing on the overhead of a Kash and Karry supermarket near USF in Tampa in the late '80s. For some reason I started a conversation about the song and she said she liked Danny Wilson, me being a dumb 22 year old Temple Terrace kid simply agreed. Fast forward a week, I work at Busch Gardens and go to a worker party after hours and guess who is there? We talk a bit more and with a 4 beer courage I get a date and 3 or 4 years later we were married and still are for 30 years now. Our daughter is at FSU. Time flies y'all. Great song, it is the song I heard when I met my wife!
great story man, God bless
@@ronyeahright9536 Thanks man! It has been fun, I love them both.!
What a wonderful story! Happened upon the movie "Something About Mary" again a few days ago and heard a quick clip of this song. Remembered how much I loved it years ago and searched to find this! Haven't heard it in years. The version on Spotify is much different, so I'm happy that I found this video version. Also glad that I happened upon your story. Congrats on a long and happy marriage!
How lovely! Godspeed for your continued happiness!
Nice ! Thanks for sharing. I’m a year late but it was a nice warm story to read while the song was playing. 🤟🏼
There is NOTHING like 80's music. NOTHING. This song actually made me cry 35 years later. My sister singing this in the living room is a powerful memory, and brought me here. Thank you Danny. You have no idea what this song means to me.
Danny Wilson is the name of the band Danny Wilson doesn’t exist I think they got the name picking the name of a football player from the results section of a newspaper
@@Justice4fashunuWhen I rediscovered this song at a grocery store 4 years ago during the miserable lock downs, I wondered why I didn't appreciate it more as a kid back then. So I researched and learned the same about the name and have never been able to decide if that was a clever name or not, lol.
@@Justice4fashunu If I remember rightly,he played for Brighton and Nottingham Forest?
@@Justice4fashunu Mary's Prayer is on their album, "Meet Danny Wilson". The band's name came from "Meet Danny Wilson", a 1952 American drama musical film starring Frank Sinatra as Danny Wilson, Shelley Winters and Raymond Burr.
@@rjjcms1 Not sure about football player Danny Wilson.... but the Danny Wilson name came from a 1952 musical drama, "Meet Danny Wilson", starring Frank Sinatra (as Danny Wilson), Raymond Burr, and Shelley Winters. Actually the 1987 album Mary's Prayer is on, is called "Meet Danny Wilson".
My daddy loved this song. He passed away last month. I'm crying as I type this. RIP daddy.
He's gone, love. But you will see him again.
Rip
I lost my dad 3months ago 😢 still miss him just remember the good times sorry for your loss
I’m sorry
I just read your post again. I am so sorry for your loss. I just turned 50 in April and I remember when this song came out. I loved it. My kids love it too! I hope your day goes better with fond memories of your dad.
My brother was born 5,09,1980... he loved this song and wanted it as his funeral song, which I always brushed off... never did I think I'd lose him on the 14,03.2021 and had to play this for him at the age of 40 💔💔💔 he was the best big brother ever... goodnight God bless Phillip lightfoot. See you soon bro xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Beautiful tribute to your brother💜
My brother’s song too
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So sorry 😔 x
I worked for Danny Wilson (Gary Clarke) in his studio back in 2005. Himself and his wife where both lovely and they made me feel welcome in their home in west London.
Great Song!
Thank's
Notice to studio sampling...please could you recommend latest Pop tunes.
Whereabouts in West London does he live? Love the song too!
So cool!!!
Congratulations. Yes, it is a great song and great band. Gary's last name is spelled Clark. Danny Wilson is not another name for Gary Clark. It was the name of his trio.
This was the first song my mum and I would play every time we got into the car for a drive. She passed away unexpectedly in March this year. I quoted this song in my eulogy. Leave a light on in heaven for me mumma
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So sorry ~ Beautiful line from this song that you quoted. I am sure your Mum is leaving a light on for you, and she will be the first in line to greet you ~
I'm 21 and this is an absolute TUNE I was born in the wrong decade music was so different and powerful in the 80s
You were born in the decade that needed you. You're growing up in the decades that need you.
Because if you like this song and the powerful 80s songs, then you are exceptional and we need all the exceptional kids we can get in this country right now.
I'm 54. Everyone under 35 is a kid to me :)
@@markmike7933 Great comment. I'm 57. Great that new generations like "our" music.
I agree the songs in the 80's were the best Decade for real powerful songs that touched everyone ❤
No Internet , no mobile Phones
So what we had was Sport , Music , and
Live pub Music . So before you even
Got a gig , you had To be Good ,
Practices , Practices , Justin Bieber
Would not made it , he sings 5 word
Songs 🎵 Sorry can he sing ? There
No Depth and Breath today . Your
Right the 80 was great , that when
I was a Young man !!! and the Difference
Was , Alcohol , but in my Case no Drugs !!
@@markjones464 So true.
I'd like to leave one more comment... This song also reminds me of my mother who passed away back in 1985. She used to keep a light on the front porch for me when it got dark outside. Now, I believe she still keeps one on for me in Heaven.
We all were blessed to live one of the most fabulous times in all of history. This song is one of the GREATS, keeping our memories alive. It was a wonderful time to be alive. Bless all of you.💕
What a lovely thing to write, love the idea of leaving lights on for people... Blessings to you too xxx❤
I love this song. 1988, my first car, my first love, summer, freedom, fun, feeling these days would never end. It's been 34 years now. It feels like yesterday.
Same here brother...
I feel you.
Time waits for no man, I have such fond memories of songs from the 80's/90's my childhood memories, teen years etc, and here I am in an unrecognisable world in 2022, thinking about my mortality, I'm only 41 but even that sounds old, they do say you always have your memories of happier times, so there is that, sorry for the frankly depressing post lol
@@p-medical3012 Sister😉....... Best wishes from Berlin.
Time sure does fly. Dont be sad its gone, be grateful you experienced all that in an awesome decade🤘
My son passed away 14years ago. This song gives me alot of courage 🙏
Sorry to hear of your loss xx
@@davidchester-smith1074 Thank you sweetie. Really appreciate that
My pleasure x
I'm so sorry for your loss, stay strong!
God bless you from one mother to another xxxxx
I am a 1982 baby hitting 41 and I love this song!!! The 80’s and 90’s music was way better then the crap we have to hear today. Nothing like nostalgic music!!!!♥️🙏
@AndyBenitez HI Andy😁
Ja.... Das ist So .Die 80er .90er Waren Einfach Magisch.TUNAY ZONE 🌘🌑🌒
Welcome to my team 😎
Sounds cliche, but it's true.
I'm a 1982 baby too and also a huge fan of this song!!! It's interesting, I started listening to the radio really young and definitely remember a lot of songs from 1987/88 (and a handful from even earlier), but for some reason I missed this one and only discovered it much later. Not to sound pretentious, but I just really think it's kind of pathetic what passes for music these days...and I'm pretty open-minded with music, as my tastes run all over the place! Anyway, glad there's still an appreciation (and market) for 80s/90s music like this! 😊
My friend turned me on to this song in 1986. I, then, played it for my sister. She, as did I, fell in love love with it. My sister took her life in 1987. Marys Prayer was played on cassette player at her funeral.
I am so sorry,, so thoughtful of you to play this song for her. My Brother took his life in 1994. His songs were "Brothers in Arms" and Free Bird"
Artificial?
@@TheDrumShag Song was only released in 1987 so i doubt it was heard at Jane's sister's funeral
It's March 2024, who's still listening to this song?
Me..right now ❤
The people who care about real music
I sure am. It’s great to this day
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i am. over and over again
I feel genuinely sorry for the kids of today who never had the pleasure of growing up with 80's classics like this.
@Ivan Nugent I wouldn't be. It's shite mostly lol.
There is this thing called youtube where you can find almost literally everything. nobody has an excuse for choosing garbage music.
@@Bohem401 Yes but kids have to grow up with garbage.
I agree. Now they listen to generic autotuned garbage.
@@JoeyT1 Usually churned out by Simon fucking Cowell.
This song came out when I was a teenager and it just grabbed me. Back in those days, there wasn’t internet or google
I patiently waited to hear it again and when it came on the radio, I froze and listened
After all these years I still feel the same way. Beautiful, amazing song
I didn't know most of the words until years later when I could look it up. The 70's and 80's were great , except no internet.
Ahhh, yes, you said it well :) YEah... such great memories... hearing a song, and just waiting and waiting for it to come on again. And then when it did..... oh Joy oh Bliss ;)
This song has never gotten enough credit. Great song great band
Agreed, just wish i knew the meaning 👍🤔
@@andrewm8831 The meaning of the song? It’s a guy singing a girl who he wished he still had, one he blew it with ( did I have to make this mess) when she was in his life. “ I made such a big mistake when I was Mary’s prayer”
@@KJ-nd6jl 💜
I genuinely believe this to be one of the best songs ever written. I'm sure few will agree, but that's my opinion and I'm sticking with it.
100% true
Hadn't heard this song in 30 years and just stumbled across it today. Recognized it as soon as I heard this. What a wonderful song. Feel like I found a diamond on the ground. Won't lose it again.
#samegirlsame! I just heard this on satellite radio. I can’t believe I had forgotten it!! I recorded it off the radio and played it over and over in my car. @jeffnash
u did
Echt ein mega Lied 🇩🇪❤️
Standing in line at the pet store. I started singing along . Strange things is folks were shocked I new the whole song. And not just because I’m black. It was on the jukebox and in rotation while I was stationed in Germany. 👏🏾👏🏾
@@eilynvavricka6371ah the days of recording things off the radio! Good times! Great song!
Reminds me of my sister, she was good to me. She passed almost two years ago. Top sis.
It's a beautiful name, be proud of her and I'm sure she is watching over you.❤️🙂
May she R.I.P. 🙏
God bless.
Same here Andrew, I loved my twin sister and still love her
I'm sorry for your loss❤️.
My mother use to cry listening to this song because it reminded her of her father. Now ive got tears in my eyes because it reminds me of her.
That's beautiful and sad and beautiful 🥲
I understand that. HUGS
I can't believe this song only reached #23 on the US billboard charts when it came out back in 1987. Definitely the most underrated tune that ever came out over the airways.
I am 65 yrs old. I love music! I dont rem this song. I guess its been 4 yrs when I first heard it. I really love it, being a Mary and a Catholic.
God bless everyone ❤❤
For me this was one of those timeless songs released when I was a teenager, totally forgotten for 30 years until now and it’s instantly remembered as if it was yesterday. It truly is / was a wonderful record.
❤🎉🎶
Genius
This was my lost love song>
I'd be honored if some fans of eclectic mid-80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of MARY'S PRAYER and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy on my YT channel in tribute to the sound of the era. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Peace and stay safe in the '020s.
should add the link ruclips.net/video/DkkvnRXkrPo/видео.html (LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN acoustic cover)
I remember this from the movie ‘Something about Mary’. Finally found it and can’t stop listening.. The 80’s and this song are Timeless
I remember working in radio back in 1987 when this came out. I loved playing this song. They should've had a bigger career.
This came out before 87,more like 77.
@@samuelholmes782 It came out in February of 1987.
Im not religious but when i hear this song i get this heavenly uplifting feeling, its strange but wonderful.
God bless everyone here ❤
agreed it's such an uplifting song x
Gives me good memories... 🥰💕 A beautiful song xx
@@lynnmackie7379
JAVIER MILEI ARGENTINA
@@fletch762
JAVIER MILEI ARGENTINA
Your absolutely right!
God bless you too friend 🙏
My wife and I had an argument 2 days ago that resulted in both of us slamming doors. Last night at 3am I woke with this song in my head. Hadn't heard it in decades. Sat in garage to listen and read the lyrics. I believe God sent me this song to reconsile with my wife. Read the lyrics and you'll understand.
The song is about a guy who takes his girlfriend for granted and she left. He only realizes his mistake when it is too late. It of course applies to anyone who takes advantage of another person. Hope it works out for you.
I hope it worked out and you are getting on again mate! songs always mean different things to different people and you reflect on the words and their meaning.
There is one mediator between man and God in Christ Jesus
@@stevemullin7931 Truth!!!!!!!!!!
Bless you. X@@pookiepookie8669
It's one of those songs that pop into your head out of the blue. When you grew up as a young child in the 80's, these old gems find a permanent place in your head. Timeless classics like this song.
agreed
PREACH!
We had such great music in the seventies & eighties---music with words people understood!
Like Prefab Sprout King of Rock n Roll
I’ve just woke up with this song in my head!
My 7 year old comes up to me after I’d just played this song ...” Mum that was one of the best things I’ve ever heard...”
And I go so.far as to cough and stumble and press repeat even no one can see me
Your child deep down is the next gen new romantics
sbtopjosh
Next Simon Cowell in the making. Impeccable taste in music and well done you for producing and nurturing a genius.
Get that child whatever he wants......my kids hear real music like this and ask me how can I listen to this?
Please play the good stuff while your kids are young..
My daddy is gone too! The world is a scary place without him! R.I.P. Daddy! 🙏
I am really sorry 🥺
Condolences.
My daddy died on 1st April 2024 on Easter
Love this song, 46 now.. How blessed we were to grow up in the best decade ever.😊
I just turned 46 two weeks ago myself. I do remember this music 🎵 video on MTV when I was a kid
52
80s were unforgettable, pity we took the music for granted and yet there was so much of it --now one misses it ....
you are so right, if i knew then , what i know now.....i would cherish it so much more....Wish i could do it one more time....
Exactly
One does.
Of course we miss it, but You're right, we took it for granted..
The 80s, as a whole, was not the strongest overall decade of music. Sound was unique. Mary's prayer was great. So many good ones but, as a whole, it had pockets that were substantially better. Certainly better than today but I would argue 1991-1994 is substantially better than any 4 years in the 70s. 70-75 is way better in all aspects, top to bottom. 65-68 is much better as well. When you formulate the decades together the 80s ranks better than the entire 90s (but the 91-94 area trumps any subsequent 4 year period in the 80s), 00s, 10s. Lags significantly behind the strength of the 70s and evolutionary 50s. Probably, even with the power groups of the Beatles, etc. beats out the 60s
Who's listening to Danny Wilson in 2020?
"So I say, save me, save me, be the light in my eyes" ...... 🎺🥁🎹🎵🎶🎤 yes I am
I'd be honored if some fans of under-the-radar 80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of MARY'S PRAYER by Danny Wilson and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy on my YT channel in tribute to the legendary mid-80s sound. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Thanks and all the best in the '020s.
Presse Teknikk I'm doing it. You don't know the images wonderful this song call at my mind!!!
Me!!
You for one Presse Teknikk. btw anyone know if it was Danny Wilson, that opened INXS's KICK Tour at Wembley Arena in 88??
If I had 10 minutes to live, I'd listen to this song 2 and a half times.
Only a poet could pack this much pathos into this short verse. Only a Master Band could deliver it. "One Hit Wonder..." So what. Power is power. Art is art.
For almost thirty years, I've loved this song. I've never gotten tired of hearing it.
This song never gets old, I love it , 1988.
I'd be honored if some fans of under-the-radar 80s classics would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of MARY'S PRAYER by Danny Wilson and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by Dream Academy on my channel in tribute to the era. Live acoustic with no autotune. Thanks and pardon the promo.
Great song reminds me of me nan rip
Same.
Giga-ditto
The perfect 80’s pop single. Pure, soulful and unforgettable.
I haven't heard this song for such a long time, maybe decades. I knew the tune but not the lyrics nor the singer. But now I do. Such a nostalgic reminder of the late 80s.
I loved this song when I was a kid because my older brother liked it. My brother died last December aged just 47, and this song now has extra significance. Always loved it, always love you Matt
Most underrated song of the 80's
This was such an underrated song!! Beats any of the crap music out there today.
The quality of the music back in the 80s possiblity held this song back, absolutely cracking song. 🏴🏴
I always crank this song from my itunes
There is just something MAGICAL AND BEAUTIFUL about this song. It tugs at my heartstrings, and I get chills every single time I play it...and that is ALOT!!
how can it be?, it gets played all over the world today - stupid comment
My mums fav song. She has dementia now but still crys when this plays. 😢❤
For almost thirty years, I've loved this song. I've never gotten tired of hearing it.
oh man...what i wouldn't give to go back to 1987...why did those days ever have to go?...
you are so right.....life was so different then.
@Scott Knieve You are right.....I hope they hurry and make it reality before we all die....
same me, getting old is not a good thing
Same here. I would correct a lot of mistakes I made in 1987.
I really identify with you. I miss the 80’s everything about it. 😞
Should have been #1 in the US.. what an amazing song that brings back so many memories of those great days.
A rare example of a perfect pop song. Very few pop songs come this close to perfection, especially these days.
Simple and catchy
Agree. I was 8 when this came out and thought it was an amazing track. And 35 years later I still think the same.
absolutely nothing wrong with this cut!!!!
Boy you said a mouth full.
You call this noise in 2022 music?
I have to say that when this song came out, I would cry everytime I heard it. Her name was Wendy, and she loved me to distraction. I took that for granted, always looking for greener pastures, and would leave her when I found them. She always took me back... until she didn't. I did the usual pleading and persuading, but it was too late. I was gone from her heart. That was almost 45 years ago, and I regret it to this day. We both moved on, and have had happy and healthy lives, but what I wouldn't give to be, when I was Wendy's prayer.
Oh! My! Gawd! I had completely forgotten about this song and heard it on the system at Sam's Club. I instantly stopped, stunned, and listened and it struck some vague memory. I got my phone about right as it was ending and Shazaamed it. Once I heard the beginning I knew it!! I loved this song when it was out and somehow I forgot about it. I've listened to it a thousand times since then and it will be forgotten no longer!!
I had the exact same thing happen to me in a supermarket two days ago. It stirred up this vague memory of some deep feeling. It was like a blurry time machine. I got on my phone right away too and was afraid if I didn't hurry I'd lose this song again. Now I've been playing it over and over. No one I've asked remembers it. It's like I found a magical hidden treasure. It's amazing how just a few bars of music can open a door to part of my past that I'd forgotten. Thanks for sharing.
"Vague memory of some deep feeling" EXACTLY!
Went to see a German Shepard Dog named pepper that needed to be rescued from the shelter. She seemed sweet and already had 2 dogs and my wife is in a wheelchair so i was debating what to do I felt the smart thing was to not adopt, But then I was walking in Home Depot in a town i almost never visit and heard Mary's Prayer and the line " I made such a big Mistake when i was Mary's Prayer" And I thought we are her Prayer so we adopted her and renamed her Mary! So glad we did!
What a sweet story ❤️ hope all is well
She’s doing great fitting in well got my 100lb shepherd to play, she such a sweet dog more so than most
Im very happy I heard this song and made the right decision. Sadly there’s so many others that need homes
I was 22 at the time and it always was so special. Now I'm almost 59
57 and I loved Maria
It doesn't have to be complex, if a song elevates your soul, and makes you feel good, happy and alive then it's an excellent song. That is what Danny Wilson's Mary's prayer does for me.
And me as well!
...what he said.
Same Here
One of my favourites
@@stevenstarfield2.077 *favorites 🇺🇸🤣
I played this at my partner's funeral we both loved this song 🙏
:( I'm sorry. I hope you are doing ok or better. I'm really hoping for doing well, but I don't know you so I started with OK.
Have a good day. God bless you and your partner
God bless you and help you through your grief ❤️🙏🏻🌺
Love and prayers xx
so very sorry for your monumental loss.
So sorry for your loss ❤😢
Loved this song the first time I heard it. I had an elderly friend named Mary, so I recorded it on cassette tape and played it for her. She loved it! I may have been 20 years old then, I'm 64 now.
Once you've listened to this song, it turns into a boomerang & keeps coming back to you ❤😊
That is so true for this song. I heard it on the radio as a kid when it was new. Yeas later I searched for it, as it just stayed in my head. Now I have it on CD, and Still listen to it here. I personally made such a big mistake, letting my ex wife go.
❤
THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ONE OF THEE
MOST BEAUTIFUL SONGS I'VE EVER HEARD.🧡
ANTIGUO HIMNO ALEMAN
Yes, it most certainly is. Thanks
Yes, so true. It is really special.
I'm not religious but I absolutely love this song
ok thee captain capslock
I'm 73 I'm lucky to be born as this is just one of many great songs
Me too
Always remember my sister drove me made about this song loved it but didn’t know the song title and who who sang it I was in a record store one day and playing the song so I bought it hoping it was the right song gave it too her when she played it the look on my little sisters face will be one thing I will always treasure she lost her battle too breast cancer RIP Cluck❤❤❤❤
Omg! I'm so sorry for your loss. You are such a great brother!!!
💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞
I wish you all the comfort in the world
Thank you that’s means a lot god bless you London done her proud on New Year’s Eve ❤️❤️
Every time I hear this song I just cry so heavily. The day before I turned 17 I lost my grandmother. Til this day every time I think of her watching over me in heaven. I love and miss you grandmom. RIP Mary G. 8-4/11-28
XXX she's with you always x
I understand
Beautiful love it
That's lovely, she is with you x
omg.. this song moves me so much...i hope your life is good and you are happy..
No auto tune, no samples, not written by twenty "composers", no lawsuits after release, no "collab", no massive hype,--just pure, no-nonsense, unadulterated talent & musicianship.
Stfu boomer. There are musicians that do the same thing. Prince and other alt rock bands was also there and they were more successful.
Lol
You said it best.
Ah, that's why it doesn't get the credit it deserves.
Lmfao fuck you as if there’s anything wrong with autotune or collabs. You lot are ridiculous
Wish we had songs like this today.❤
I'd be honored if some fans of eclectic mid-80s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performances of MARY'S PRAYER and LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN by the Dream Academy in tribute to the sound of the era. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Peace and stay safe in the '020s.
ALL THE TALENT HAS GONE!!!
Why has this song affected me so much over the years? It always gives me chills. Sometimes I need to cry.
I know exactly what you mean.
@@pamjohnson122 it is absolutely heartbreaking.
Me too 😢
❤
I know exactly how you feel. Whenever I hear it I have an overwhelming urge to cry my heart out in happy nostalgia. Such a beautiful, soulful song. ❤
My father died during the French-American War. This was his favorite song. R.I.P.
😂😂
Legit
I Thank God for every moment I spent with my Daughter you will never be forgotten to me you was my angel on this earth rest in peace now your in heaven until we meet soon again love you always and forever your Mom.
🩷🩷🩷
This is my mother’s favourite song. She used to listen to it when lacing up the boots of the inhabitants of our tenement. Everyone else living there had clumsy finger,s o she did it out the kindness of her heart
Iconic!! I listen to this song most days ❤ September 2024 and still love it
heard this song the other day. and then realised how quickly our years disappear. our young days and friends . are but a blip. but the music continues . peace and love everybody .
This is still Bloody Brilliant August 2024.
Yes, it is!
👍
I just rediscovered it. Wow what a gem
A 50 year old 1980's nostalgic man. Because you used "Bloody" are you from England? If so, do you know of any British offer to let Americans move to Britain from America? I'd give my house in exchange for a house in Britain.
50 years old and still love this song.. What's crazy is haven't heard it in decades and didn't remember the name.. So I googled 80s song Mary and it popped up❤
Another forgotten 80s Classic. Beautiful lyrics with meaning. Take me back now! Save Me?
❤
Play that song again and You are there
I never knew who sang this terrific song back in the 80's but always liked it. But I just re-watched the movie "There's Something About Mary" tonight & was blown away by it all over again. I can't believe i've been living without it all these yrs. Anyway i'm glad that I finally found out who sang it cuz no 80's hits collection is truly complete without this one.
Me2! Love it!
funny as hell, I watched the movie last night, paused it and went on a mission to find this fantastic and personally meaningful song. I had never known all the lyrics until now. Damn good.
mick0438 I totally agree!
MY FAVOURITE NUMBER FROM BACK IN THE DAY...WHO IS STILL LISTENING IN AUG 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024
I am!
Octubre 2024
October 2024. I love this song. 😊
Beautiful song that lifted my sad spirits during a very rough post-college period 1987-88. This song was big on the charts in late Summer 1987. Asking for someone to pray for you is always good if you are a person of faith. Blessings will follow albeit never in the exact way or timing you wanted. Some 35 years later, retired and happily married this song still has relevance to me. Enjoying a happy retirement where I can be on you tube even at midnight and reflecting back on God's wonderful grace!
My father died 2 years ago. So many relatives and people I know have died over the years.They are now up in Heaven.
This song came out my Freshman year of high school. I had no idea who sang this song. This was way before Google. I had to record it off of the radio on my cassette tape and hoped they would say the artist's name. 40 years later, I still get nostalgic and listen to this song on that same cassette. Great song!!
Same 😊
I have heard this song before, but only in grocery stores. The chorus' "save me" I could work out, but was it. Not enough to Google and find out what it was. Then the other day, it was playing loudly (along with other songs) at the local Applebees and I was finally able to hear more lyrics.
All the references to "Mary" unsettled me, but it seems they are strictly metaphorical; the song is apparently a love song.
Its much easier now isnt it?
A comedian did a skit about hearing a song once before the internet. It would drive you crazy until you met someone a few years later who could give you the whole story of the song. His punchline: "That was how you met your wife!"
One of my favourite lines in a song " blessed is the millionare who shares your wedding day " ..it says so much in such a short sentence...absolute genius writing .
Gosh I know!!!! I feel exactly the same. Such a powerful and cutting line!
@@kathyj3584
CHILE ARGENTINA AURORA AUSTRAL
I used to listen to this song when I was broken hearted because the guy I loved only saw me as a friend and I knew he was going to regret letting me go, he actually did and after some time appart we got together again and now he's going to be the one "who will share my wedding day"
That's so sweet. Some times it is the time apart that "seals the deal.
Congrats !!!
How great is that!!! "Everything is wonderful, being here is heavenly..."
How did the wedding day go?
this reminds me of being a child, on the swing in my back garden listening to this on the radio, on a hot summer's day, not a care in the world, what I would give to relive one moment of that happiness!!!!
beautiful comment. And so true. :)
very true, i was mowing my sisters garden today, beautiful day and listening to this! closest ill ever get to feeling like i did back then!!
Yes I agree
Probably a tad older than yourself, but the Brits were pumping out some, if not the best, pop music ever during the 80's. Love listening to all kinds of music these days, but often can't stop myself from going back and listening to those 80's classics and this is clearly one of them!
Steve McGrath it really is! It really takes me back!!
How did I miss this beautiful song from the 80s? I heard it for the first time today on the 80s Hits station with Alan Hunter VJ from MTV. Love it!!
This song is just beautiful
This will always remind me of my friend Micky wainwright who sadly passed away 2021... If only we could go back in time and do it all again.. Great memories of a very dear friend.. Always in my thoughts x
I've been listening to this since it came out in the 80s. Everytime it takes me back to great days, style, everyone together. I literally listen to it everyday as it cheers me up no end. An absolutely brilliant tune!
Oh wow...I forgot all about this wonderful song. It brings back so many great memories of the 1980's. It was the best time of my life...happy and sad at the same time. Thank you Danny Wilson ...you are a part of the soundtrack to my life!
Just to freak people out, lead singer Gary Clark as just turned 62, which makes him 2 years younger than me. After all these years this is still an amazing song, listeners from the distant future, you are welcombe!
My mother's name was Mary...when she passed away missed by so many...an angel...35 years 8th June...if you shake the tree to hard...leave a light on mam😢🙏💙 amazing song ❤
She will be up there with my Dad and all the other Angels. Such a good song. Means a lot to so many people x
🙏🏿Love to you all
my mom's name was Mary, too. I miss you, mom.
"Every single day she SAYS everything is free."
My mother too. Maria Lucia . I´m from Brazil. Thanks and a blessed day.
Everything is wonderful
Being here is heavenly
Every single day she sends
Everything is free
I used to be so careless
as if I couldn't care less
Did I have to make this mess
When I was Mary's prayer
Suddenly the heavens roared
Suddenly the rain came down
Suddenly was washed away
the Mary that I knew
So when you find somebody you keep
think of me and celebrate
I made such a big mistake
when I was Mary's prayer
So if I say
Save me, save me
Be the light in my eyes
And if I say ten hail Marys
leave a light on in Heaven for me
Blessed is the one who shares
your power and your beauty Mary
Blessed is the millionaire
who shares your wedding day
So when you find somebody you keep
think of me and celebrate
I made such a big mistake
when I was Mary's prayer
So if I say
Save me, save me
Be the light in my eyes
And if I say ten hail Marys
leave a light on in Heaven
Save me, save me
Be the light in my eyes
And if I say ten hail Marys
leave a light on in Heaven for me
If you want the fruit to fall
you have to give the tree a shake
if you shake the tree too hard
the bough is gonna break
and if I can't reach the top of the tree
Mary you could blow me up there
what I wouldn't give to be
when I was Mary's prayer
So if I say
Save me, save me
Be the light in my eyes
And if I say ten hail Marys
leave a light on in Heaven
Save me, save me
Be the light in my eyes
And if I say ten hail Marys
leave a light on in Heaven for me
Save me, save me
be the light in my eyes
What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer
What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer
What I wouldn't give to be when I was Mary's prayer
Is it pull or blow?
Copy and past...
@@meteorstriker85 its HOLD me up there👍🏻
sonic s it actually is BLOW... look at his lips in the video... or look at the live version in 2014 where you can clearly hear it and he touches his lips.
@@TheCompton2010 mate hes Scottish with a fair accent , you ain't gonna read his lips , being english/or Scottish he ain't going to say blow because this is slang for a sex act , Google lyrics for Mary's prayer it clearly states HOLD me up there , love you man ✌peace out
How the fuc k could you down vote this? One of the most perfect pop songs ever written....
Exactly!
That hat. I'm sure that's what did it.
One of my most favourite songs , EVER
yep, one of the best songs, with 20K liking and about 700 not...i think the majority rules its a BRILLIANT Song!
cause there weird twats
Who's listening to Mary's prayer during coronavirus pandemic?
I Am...
@@nicetybrands Me too.
I guess that be me
Heard someone playing it across the road - had to download it - truly great song!
Our lady Mary has always listened to us, but we need too pray to her for guidance
The greatest song of the 80's...if not of all time. Everybody wants to rule the world is a close second
THE TRUTH IS: If I didn't have my wife and children and a time machine was invented, I'd go back to this era in a heartbeat. I'd have no reason to stay.
Lol...Go anyway...they'll be there. Take me with you.
in a feckin heartbeat
Me too but I'm taking them with me.
A classic that is sadly forgotten. This song is just beautiful with wonderful lyrics !!! God bless Danny Wilson.
+kidbean1 I haven't forgotten :) loved the 80s xxx
You can be a one-hit wonder but it doesn't matter if that one hit is a beautifully written and sung musical piece. Simply beautiful.
+Lord Mamba They are not a one-hit wonder they are a 2 hit wonder- All their other singles failed to get in to the top 40-They also had a hit album:The second summer of love so really 3 hit wonder
@@mikekaraokeif they only had 1 top 40 song they are a one hit wonder. Sorry mate
@@bnegs521 Ummmmmm, how did you not read my other comment before you posted-sorry mate lol
They had 2 top 40 singles-the 2nd being-"The Second Summer of Love" getting top 30!
Danny Wilson - one of my most favorite songs in the universe - since it was originally released. WORK OF ART. LOVE YOU GUYS. ALWAYS. YOU. DANNY WILSON AND BAND. MATTER. Part of History.
Could never understand why this wasn't a bigger hit.
Adam Powell me either but my guess is that most are brainless and have no taste, just look at the state of the music business today, gutter gaunt tasteless repetitive crap.
Adam Powell Justice was done and itt was eventually - when it first came out in 1987 I thought it was good it got played a bit on radio but didn't chart,but it suddenly went top 3 in the UK in April/May the following year.
No 3 was pretty good going back then
It reached no 3 in the UK a year after initial release and 10 years later was in the soundtrack to ‘There’s something about Mary’. I just checked the dates in case the film was behind it’s chart success. But not so apparently. None of the band members were called Danny Wilson - it was a band name!
the music charts are weird the song - Shaddappa ya face beat ultravox,s Vienna to the number 1 slot back in the mid 80s.Vienna is a total classic like marys prayer yet a stupid novelty song beat it that year theres no point in trying to make sense out of the general public
One of the best songs ever written, music theory personified!!
It is truly beautiful.
Absolutely one of the best “one-hit wonders” of all time!
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They had quite a few hits in the uk The second summer of love was a biggie
I thought the whole album was amazing, but this one is my favorite.
I used to Mary's man but now she's waits for me in heaven . Rest In Peace My love .
The most beautiful song I've ever heard I'm crying while typing this I came across this playing drums it just happened to appear I love it I needed to hear this
When I first heard this I loved it still do .one of those songs you love the very first time you hear it
I always loved this song. I'm 51yrs old. I was a teenager when this song first came out and I still love it till this day❤
this is the face of the one most underrated songs ever...!
I've been hearing this song in my head for the last couple of days, but couldn't remember the actual name of the song. All I could remember was "Keep a light on in Heaven", so I'm glad I remembered at least that much, because the song popped up on YT. So glad to actually hear it again. I don't know if anyone else feels the same as I do, but I miss our music and the times we had. I miss our lives, and the planned dreams we had before 2020. 🌻💕. God bless you to whomever is reading this. 🤗
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God bless you too! 😊
That song is still better than most of the music now