A huge thanks to Jim Brown for doing such an awesome job (yet again) mixing the audio (and playing bass!). Another huge thanks to Beka Panepinto for the wonderful job on drums! And yes, a huge thanks to my bro, Frank James, for pulling out his electric 12-String for another great job on guitar. And last but not least - the hugest huge thanks to my mom, Jean James for writing the lyrics and suffering in the COLD water to shoot this video with me!
It's nice(and gracious) that you acknowledge the help and talents of those who helped you put this superb video clip together. If the sun was shining, this must have been a great "day at the office" for Mean Mary. Major kudos to whoever dreamed this clip up- its artistry is terrific, and without pretension. The red dress billowing in the clear torquoise sea is a masterstroke, IMO, As an old-timer who,(among another umpteen jobs and hobbies) used to dive for scallops , I noticed that the seabed looked like perfect scallop territory, but there was not a one to be seen-- dredged clean, perhaps? No fish either, sad to observe: Green weenies get on my nerves as they all top often greatly overstate their case, but in my lifetime I've seen both seas and rivers become much less vital-- working offshore in the 80s. the water round North Sea oil rigs would, on occassion, look as if it was boiling, as massive shoals of fish would sometimes appear, attracted by the warmer water and the food waste dumped overboard. Much less common nowadays, sadly. I'm also intrigued by the deep bomb hole-like depression in the seabed at 3:52--4:31 Anyone out there got any ideas as to how it formed?
Is it not enough this lady has probably the best voice on "the tube", can play anything from a banjo to a bean tin, now she does it underwater!!! My life what a lady! 10/10+
Let alone when she paralyzed half her vocal cords in a car accident back in the early 2000's, and recovered. Can't help but wonder if that gives her voice that faint 'shake' that makes her unique.
Mary, I don't know if you ever read these comments but I want to let you know how powerful this song is. I was in Afghanistan in the war. Many friends were killed or hurt there. Many more have hurt themselves here at home. I often find myself standing at the edge not knowing what to do. Life is a struggle. Sometime I cannot remember why the struggle is worth it or why I do it. I do not fully understand the lyrics but I also cannot explain my thoughts and feelings. All I do know is how this song explains it perfectly.
Bill smith, your statement to her music here and your experience in war(thank you very much) are both profound....I was thinking a bit along the same lines but for slightly different reasons. God bless you real well with peace in your heart and soul!
I love the variety of Mean Mary's work! She deserves all the renown she wants for her amazing skill! Her lifetime of practice is really apparent in her wide repertoire.
Have you ever heard such a beautiful voice before, I think not! A beautiful voice from a beautiful young lady. This young lady's music brings joy to my heart and soul every time I listen to her.
Love Mean Mary! Songs like this one are so bittersweet, while others are fun and uplifting and others still calming. Few artists can manage that kind of variety in their presentation. Thank you, Miss James, for posting!
Hi Mary! Recently discovered your videos and must say that I love your music. your musical talents coupled with your beautiful voice are wonderful. thank you so very much for sharing your talents with the world! I am a fan for life.
I cant believe I havnt found her sooner. Her music was on the side when I was playing the Dead South, another talent that should be out there more. Americas got talent does not have this talent
Being an avid scuba diver, I can not tell you how much the setting works on me. Then you throw the song in on top of it, and it goes beyond words. It even got me to quit cringing about a violin underwater.
Finest and most expressive banjo musician I have ever witnessed in 60 years. Thank you Mary for finding your unique soul expression. Work of Iron Horse, what a life signature! I continue to look forward to more of you as your career continues to blossom. A fellow guitar and vocalist, regards Robbie
Mary your an extraordinary talent.Dont know if you've been to Ireland particularly during the summer festivals you would shine bright amongst a galaxy of stars.As you slide down the Bannister of life,may the splinters never point the wrong way.God bless, Stephen.
Every time I watch this video I see so much more and get so much more out of it. I would love to do the male version of this at a karaoke if I could just comprehend a few more of the words to the song.
I have no idea how this was accomplished. But however it is an amazing video of beauty music and obviously the ability to hold her breath under water while playing a 🎹 and the violin 🎻 . Awesome song.
When I first subscribed, it was your "Big Red Barn" video that pulled me in but now with this new & awesome work I'm completely wrapped in your musical magic! It's original/ your voice is powerful/sweet/ great lyrics/ handsomely filmed/ wonderful arrangement. Talk about flipping it nicely...WOW you guys sure did Congratulations on an excellent & most original work
I have watched you on utube and just love your tallent Mary. This new video shows a different side of your persona and diversity....so don't stop what you are doing ! Allways remmemery our roots and home ...but never be afraid to try something new!
Your an incredibly talented woman, passed by the ignorant. I can’t understand why you didn’t have millions of views. They missed out. First time I ever heard you. 👍
Normally I lean towards alt rock but this song is really ear catching. Love it actually. Should be getting airplay on XM Sirius. P.S. just discovered Mean Mary a few days ago...you got a new fan. You go...!
Fine song, and a great voice. Another RUclips discovery for me, and I probably wouldn't have got to hear Mean Mary anywhere else. I have been listening to the wonderful 'Iron Horse' for a week or so, after it popped up as a suggestion on RUclips.
Hey Mary, and Family,just found your music, i am blown away, your talent is multidimensional and your simple melodies and clever lyrics add to the beauty.
M&M, (marine Mary) I'm a sucker for a girl in blue... and red. That is one haunting violin; the H2O really must add to the intensity of soul and acoustic depth! Charlie Daniels surely would be impressed:-) GOD Bless you and yours!
Absolutely beautiful Mary. your music is the epitome of soul, and wonderfully haunting. When I listen to you you I am transported to another time and place, your music is amazing
Very nice Mary James, I love it. I was the one nut in St. Cloud at Bo Diddleys that went by the name Merle. You are 1 of my favorites. Keep up the good work and stay good to the horses. God bless you. Merle
I’m glad we live in a to where someone can make a video like this and post it for the world to enjoy
You're not alone..
A huge thanks to Jim Brown for doing such an awesome job (yet again) mixing the audio (and playing bass!). Another huge thanks to Beka Panepinto for the wonderful job on drums! And yes, a huge thanks to my bro, Frank James, for pulling out his electric 12-String for another great job on guitar. And last but not least - the hugest huge thanks to my mom, Jean James for writing the lyrics and suffering in the COLD water to shoot this video with me!
Really great cinematography with your music, love the way you sing in this song.. Hope to hear you sing and play someday.. Thank you...
I love you so much Mary , when I`m ticked off i reach for Mean Mary and all is well with the world again . Thanks . x
It's nice(and gracious) that you acknowledge the help and talents of those who helped you put this superb video clip together.
If the sun was shining, this must have been a great "day at the office" for Mean Mary.
Major kudos to whoever dreamed this clip up- its artistry is terrific, and without pretension.
The red dress billowing in the clear torquoise sea is a masterstroke, IMO,
As an old-timer who,(among another umpteen jobs and hobbies) used to dive for scallops , I noticed that the seabed looked like perfect scallop territory, but there was not a one to be seen-- dredged clean, perhaps? No fish either, sad to observe: Green weenies get on my nerves as they all top often greatly overstate their case, but in my lifetime I've seen both seas and rivers become much less vital-- working offshore in the 80s. the water round North Sea oil rigs would, on occassion, look as if it was boiling, as massive shoals of fish would sometimes appear, attracted by the warmer water and the food waste dumped overboard. Much less common nowadays, sadly.
I'm also intrigued by the deep bomb hole-like depression in the seabed at 3:52--4:31
Anyone out there got any ideas as to how it formed?
I think the video team deserves some recognition here too!
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This woman is amazing. Why is RUclips the only place I have ever seen her?
Is it not enough this lady has probably the best voice on "the tube", can play anything from a banjo to a bean tin, now she does it underwater!!! My life what a lady! 10/10+
Let alone when she paralyzed half her vocal cords in a car accident back in the early 2000's, and recovered. Can't help but wonder if that gives her voice that faint 'shake' that makes her unique.
She should be a national star but the music industry promotes auto-tuned titty jugglers instead.
Mean Mary over any mainstream artist any day of the week 🤌🏽
Mary, I don't know if you ever read these comments but I want to let you know how powerful this song is. I was in Afghanistan in the war. Many friends were killed or hurt there. Many more have hurt themselves here at home. I often find myself standing at the edge not knowing what to do. Life is a struggle. Sometime I cannot remember why the struggle is worth it or why I do it. I do not fully understand the lyrics but I also cannot explain my thoughts and feelings. All I do know is how this song explains it perfectly.
Bill smith, your statement to her music here and your experience in war(thank you very much) are both profound....I was thinking a bit along the same lines but for slightly different reasons. God bless you real well with peace in your heart and soul!
Gratitude and Solidarity, Brother Bill🙏🏼💯
Howdy. If u need to talk, friend me. Not saying I'll have any wisdom to impart, but maybe a word ot 2 might help. + I listen.
I love the variety of Mean Mary's work! She deserves all the renown she wants for her amazing skill! Her lifetime of practice is really apparent in her wide repertoire.
There is only one Mean Mary. Nobody else is even close!
Like a breath of fresh air. Beautiful voice, beautiful music
This women is perfect at her songs and knows how to sell them in video
Have you ever heard such a beautiful voice before, I think not! A beautiful voice from a beautiful young lady. This young lady's music brings joy to my heart and soul every time I listen to her.
Awesome video Gorgeous Lady with a beautiful voice, with a musical 🎶 talent since she was a child..... Thank you 🙏 Mean Mary
i never tire of listening to this lady
you re killin me....i just found you....im so devoted....in this world there s nothin better than mean mary....wooof
Love Mean Mary! Songs like this one are so bittersweet, while others are fun and uplifting and others still calming. Few artists can manage that kind of variety in their presentation. Thank you, Miss James, for posting!
You keep at it Girl you got more talent than99.9% of those people pushed on us by the big music corporations I love all your music!
Hi Mary! Recently discovered your videos and must say that I love your music. your musical talents coupled with your beautiful voice are wonderful. thank you so very much for sharing your talents with the world! I am a fan for life.
I just stumbled on six year old Mary.You must be around 37. I hope you have a lot more. Rock on mean Mary .love your voice and music
This song is incredible. Must be in the top 5 ever. Beautifully emotional.
What an incredibly beautiful creature. In so many ways.
Mean Mary, you are a heart stealer!
I cant believe I havnt found her sooner. Her music was on the side when I was playing the Dead South, another talent that should be out there more. Americas got talent does not have this talent
I've just discovered Mean Mary. Boy, am I glad that I did. This video is fantastic too. Best wishes from Scotland.
I have no idea how to define this music, all I know is she is incredibly talented!
Her songs/storys bring me back & take me out
Like a tide.
Beautiful song, beautiful voice, beautiful girl!
All of you are so talented and creative. So lucky to have found you.
Wow! Your Mom is obviously a super talented artist herself!
Camus? Beautiful song. One of the prettiest voices I've ever heard. This is like too intelligent and gorgeous for regular people.
Real music is always a treat to find
Beautiful. The sounds of the ocean is relaxing and inspiring.
Being an avid scuba diver, I can not tell you how much the setting works on me. Then you throw the song in on top of it, and it goes beyond words. It even got me to quit cringing about a violin underwater.
What a voice! Amazing musician!
I just played this song three times in a row. Not embarrassed to say I love it and will probably play it many more times!
Amazing. Stuning. Beautiful. I have can watch you sing and play forever.
She has talent out of this world.
Fantastic piece of work Many thanks Mary
This is a fantastic song that I would never stop listening to. Brava Mary!
From shape to face to voice, how on earth can everything be so perfect. Woww. Thank you so much from the UK.
Ain't hurd 1 bad song from you....all passion, heart and soul....you release threw your voice.
Why have i not heard this until now ? Ive been a fan for a few years.
A very mystical haunting song. A ballad. Beautiful.
I love your VOICE!!!
I've never seen anything like this. Thank you for sharing your God given talent. Blessings to you and yours.
Finest and most expressive banjo musician I have ever witnessed in 60 years. Thank you Mary for finding your unique soul expression. Work of Iron Horse, what a life signature! I continue to look forward to more of you as your career continues to blossom. A fellow guitar and vocalist, regards Robbie
Robin P Always
Mary your an extraordinary talent.Dont know if you've been to Ireland particularly during the summer festivals you would shine bright amongst a galaxy of stars.As you slide down the Bannister of life,may the splinters never point the wrong way.God bless, Stephen.
Steve Burke §s
Definitely a mermaid! No doubt about it!
Every time I watch this video I see so much more and get so much more out of it. I would love to do the male version of this at a karaoke if I could just comprehend a few more of the words to the song.
Beauty of sounds and Oceans in you ... happy weekend Bonita
BEAUTIFUL voice and song !!! Wowwwwwww I;m glad I found you Mean Mary :)
I have no idea how this was accomplished. But however it is an amazing video of beauty music and obviously the ability to hold her breath under water while playing a 🎹 and the violin 🎻 . Awesome song.
Woow... Mary..Mean Mary.... From country to the sea... Absolutely Fantastic! How have i not discovered this beauty before and her songs????
Very Cool. I love videos with the Ocean in it, especially with a beautiful woman walking and swimming in it, Thumbs up
That was ethereally beautiful! What a woman!
how this only has almost 700 like I dont understand. It should have so much more. You're amazing
Lord Have Mercy! and Wow! Thanks Mean Marry.....Thanks
What a Masterpiece this song is! Does Mean Marry even know how Perfect this song came out or how good she is?
By far one of the best videos I have seen in a very long time. Beautiful lyrics, beautiful voice, beautiful lady.
The music is superb, as usual with Mean Mary...........But the design work that goes into these productions is absolutely inspired!
When I first subscribed, it was your "Big Red Barn" video that pulled me in but now with this new & awesome work I'm completely wrapped in your musical magic!
It's original/ your voice is powerful/sweet/ great lyrics/ handsomely filmed/ wonderful arrangement. Talk about flipping it nicely...WOW you guys sure did
Congratulations on an excellent & most original work
It's true Mean Mary!
what an original video... sweet tune too! Thanks Mary!
I have watched you on utube and just love your tallent Mary. This new video shows a different side of your persona and diversity....so don't stop what you are doing ! Allways remmemery our roots and home ...but never be afraid to try something new!
From a very well done Long Tall Texan to this. Hauntingly beautiful! Another amazing young lady, Macyn Taylor, brought me here.
I still think she's a mermaid-with a beautiful voice
This is the coolest!!!
What an amazing lady. Thank you so much.
Your an incredibly talented woman, passed by the ignorant. I can’t understand why you didn’t have millions of views. They missed out. First time I ever heard you. 👍
Absolutely magnificent every song. A true lady and artist.
Beautiful song, beautiful Woman, beautiful video.
Normally I lean towards alt rock but this song is really ear catching. Love it actually. Should be getting airplay on XM Sirius. P.S. just discovered Mean Mary a few days ago...you got a new fan. You go...!
This had to be a very difficult video to do, great work to everyone involved but especially to Mary.
Absolutely my favorite song of Hers. Masterpiece ❤❤
This is simply awesome. I adore the other side of Mary as much as I do the Banjo-Songs.
Ain't no point tryin' to wear shoes no more. Mean Mary keeps knockin' my socks off!
Thank you, you have a beautiful voice.
fantastic !
Absolutely breathtaking -- in every aspect!
Fine song, and a great voice. Another RUclips discovery for me, and I probably wouldn't have got to hear Mean Mary anywhere else. I have been listening to the wonderful 'Iron Horse' for a week or so, after it popped up as a suggestion on RUclips.
thank you I love your sound. i'm glad you followed your dreams and shared your talents with the world. you made this Missouri cowboy happy.
What an incredibly creative piece of artistry this is! As if your playing and singing and lyricism weren't beyond compare!
Hey Mary, and Family,just found your music, i am blown away, your talent is multidimensional and your simple melodies and clever lyrics add to the beauty.
wow...Blown Away...love to hear you LIVE....Keep Pickin MARY
Professional quality all the way!!!
a beautiful song and voice
Ein sehr schönes Lied ich wünsche dir und deiner Familie wieder hin viel Erfolg
Goodness. Your voice is perfect.
And her voice goes right inside me
Wow... So much talent !
a voice to make the rocks cry
M&M, (marine Mary)
I'm a sucker for a girl in blue... and red. That is one haunting violin; the H2O really must add to the intensity of soul and acoustic depth! Charlie Daniels surely would be impressed:-)
GOD Bless you and yours!
Absolutely beautiful Mary. your music is the epitome of soul, and wonderfully haunting. When I listen to you you I am transported to another time and place, your music is amazing
Amazing Music.Very talented musician!!!!!!
Excelent !!! Super clip video j'adore
Love your singing as well you put your heart into it beautiful thank you.
I like how the light refracts through the water onto the violin to make the violin look like it is made of fire.
My favorite song definitely.
Very nice Mary James, I love it. I was the one nut in St. Cloud at Bo Diddleys that went by the name Merle. You are 1 of my favorites. Keep up the good work and stay good to the horses. God bless you. Merle
Хорошая песня. И спета с душой! Good! Real good!
Simply beautiful song and a awesome beautiful 😍 woman
Still playing this song. It's the best song I've heard in a long time. Thank You Mean Mary.