Mean Mary - I Fell Into the Night

New story song, not yet recorded - performed live (during the video shoot for Blazing) with the fire crackling in the background. Lyrics are below.
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I Fell Into the Night
(lyrics and music by Mary James)
On the last night of summer, I felt like a mummer
Parading myself across the bright stage
My smile was a mask so that no one would ask
If the tears in my eyes were from sadness or rage
Slow dancers were clinging, I could hear myself singing
Words that were meant to be sweet on the tongue
But they tasted like ash so I sang for the cash
That was promised to me when this torture was done
CHORUS 1:
I fell into the music, I fell into the music
It happened that quick like a magic trick
I fell into the music
There were twenty four wines, ladies dressed to the nines
People to revel and people to serve
A grand summer ball, but it all seemed so small
From the stage high above I could only observe
Then I saw him stand there just beyond the grandeur
Of the ornamentation and the dazzling sights
A contrast in starkness, brightness to darkness
Like he reached out his hand and turned off the lights
CHORUS 2:
I fell into the night, I fell into the night
So far from the light and the smiles polite
I fell into the night
On the faint scent of jasmine came something that had been
A memory hidden in the dark of my soul
A night in the past that the days can’t outlast
And dark eyes that burned like embers of coal
Was I dreaming his face or was he here in this place
Just a flicker away from the party light’s glow
Was he here in disguise or a trick of my eyes
A man, a dream, or just a shadow
CHORUS 2
He moved through the crowd, wore the night like a shroud
As they cheered and applauded my last curtain call
Then the crowd seemed to sway and he faded away
On this last night of summer before the fall

[@KevinSchwinkendorf]

There's an old saying among fishermen who love to fish: "A day spent fishing is not subtracted from one's lifespan."For me, a day spent listening to Mary James is not subtracted from my lifespan either.

[@craigdelaney4242]

Playing for the Fisher King in all of us.

[@katiedotson704]

There are a thousand compliments I could possibly come up with but compared to the gift you have just given to the world, they all just seem feeble and inadequate. So I will just say "Thank you."

[@346and844]

An author knows character development, storyline, suspense, climax, epilogue. A musician holds the listener's ear with harmony, chromatic and clear chord progression. An angel has a voice only heaven will permit. The three have converged into Mary, and we are so humbled to behold this wonderful definition of deep entertainment. Hazzah, Mary!

[@tracejohnson204]

I think Mary is a national Treasure-sooo many great songs!!!

[@MeanMaryMusic]

Thank you to everyone for all the wonderful comments here and/or any of my videos on KZbin! Special thanks to Dave K for giving me the microphone we used to record the audio on this video. :-)

[@idaho2ndgens240]

Your the best. I hope you swing west sometime and play in Idaho. This is a beautiful song and we really enjoyed Blazing and your CD.

[@darrelleddington7948]

After you go to Idaho, please come to Utah! 😀

[@somanyquestionstoofewanswe2390]

Mean Mary Thank you for including the words of your song . With those in mind , it meant so much more to listen to the song as you played your instrument . I think you really should do more vocals . You have a fine voice , that will do justice to your compositions in the future more than anyone else will be able to .

[@josephevans2791]

Mean Mary 🌹 beautifully done

[@carloslira2014]

Mary, after you go to Idaho and Utah could you pass through my city, Rio de Janeiro? Please.... 🙏

[@kenegerton7512]

I don't know where I've been but , I love your work. May God bless you. May you never sell out to pop country. May you never sell a can of pepsi.

[@richardmosely4357]

Pay attention kids, this is what happens when talent, hard work and grace all come together.

[@productivity_tech]

Every once in a great while I hear a song that is so incredibly wonderful I spend the rest of my life wishing I could hear it again for the first time. This was one of those songs and I just heard it for the first time.

[@daleross9357]

Lee Nathan perfect way to say that I hear ya bless ya my friend

[@davidburt9238]

Your reply is indeed a classic !

[@mcstabba]

It's a great song.

[@ltnorth934]

My 5 year old grandson is in love with your music and banjo. Our little town of Talkeetna, Alaska would be a great place for you to perform. Many musicians and talents who would absolutely love your music. We have our own arts theater in an old renovated glacier pilot's hangar. And a couple of the best bar stages in Alaska that have hosted all kinds of talent throughout the decades. Our Live at Five every Friday in the village park is a big draw. Anyway, thanks for the great music.

[@gregorymccoy6797]

Wonderful. I am impressed at how expressive a banjo can be. Until hearing Mean Mary, I really only heard the standard picking of cliche country.

[@donnavaughn9409]

She is such an artist, that voice, you can imagine her living in another century

[@VikingShipExplorer]

was thinking the same thing...old soul she has.

[@peterhahnke716]

She's like the gift that keeps on giving, just when I thought I witnessed one of the best songs along comes three more. I want to discover all her material because she's Worth it.👍😎

[@jeffth205]

If Angel's played the banjo and sang, they would definitely emulate Mary James. Beautiful song, and an angelic voice. 💟

[@tps607]

Oh my...this is a most interesting song; I adore the lyrics which hooked me at "...Words that were meant to be sweet on the tongue, But they tasted like ash so I sang for the cash..." and your performance is, of course, perfectly amazing! Mary, you rock!

[@MartinRivers26]

That rare combination of a soulful singer and virtuoso instrumentalist!

[@timk.1395]

You have such a beautiful voice, it reaches inside me and can make me cry. : )

[@christophercheek8666]

Her voice is just as beautiful as she is

[@slava5579]

Nejsem vyznavač drog,ale toto je moje droga.

[@doranhamel3036]

Mean Mary has such an angelic voice that warms you from deep within the soul

[@Bigskyguy56]

I never realized that Angels played the banjo. Listening to Mary , just proves that they do. I never tire of listening to Mary sing , & pick.

[@johngoodman616]

Beautiful voice and perfect banjo

[@gypsymelton4413]

I could listen to her voice for hours

[@Alessandro_zampino]

You're just a great artist..I'm never tired of listening to your music..✌️✌️✌️

[@johncastellenas1081]

Dear Mean Mary. I love your voice and thank you for the amazing song.

[@TheElizabethashby]

I LOVE HEARING MEAN MARY GREAT VOICE MUSIC FROM UK

[@pauldistefano8926]

Eh , some people would, some people wouldn't... I personally wouldn't attempt to disrupt perfection. Mary keep on Rollin Rollin.....

[@joneller2428]

If I had choose two words to describe this song, they would be "captavatingly, haunting", a damn fine song, rendered beautifily

[@johngoodman616]

Green is definitely your color and your voice just keeps getting better and better-always awesome!!!

[@MIkeHaubrichikonokast]

You have such a great voice. Beautiful song, Mary.

[@user-hv4nq9yp2y]

Шикарная женщина в потрясающем платье с шикарным голосом. ))

[@JonHeckendorf]

This is yet again another special song sung by this special woman. Thank you Mary for another special song that touches feelings that no other artist or song can do to me. I am still hoping to see Mary in a full concert setting.

[@michaelpockat1]

Beutiuf dress for a beutiful woman with a wonderful talent.....keep it the great music Mary.....you been killing that banjo since you were 6 ....

[@ussling]

Finally, the era of the singer/songwriter is reborn.

[@mishakolomoicev9701]

The best voice is one that’s not forced,

[@johngoodman616]

Hypnotic-exquisite ballad from the lovely lady

[@jameshayes8910]

That was wonderful! I love the song and the way it was performed. The fire cracking really added to your voice . Thank you for all the posts of your music.

[@daleross9357]

James Hayes absolutely

[@jameslouder]

Into the music, into the night, into the arms of eternal Love, eternally forsaken--I wrap you in my own arms, dear heart, fair Mary, and fain would walk with you that same road.

[@magicdaddystrength]

I cant tell you how much I love her voice and songs.

[@jasongibson3805]

hey Mary just found you subscribed right away you and your music are beautiful you are so talented and the thumbs down are people who are just jealous of your beauty and talent. Again beautiful and peaceful...

[@cindysullivan5297]

Why isn't she more famous??? I've never heard of her til now...she's a true musician and artist. GOD bless you on your journey Mary!

[@ceetee1584]

Another great melody for your wonderful voice. I really enjoy your banjo playing especially when its just your voice and the banjo.

[@juanitahaleyfrizzell2191]

Your song reflects a kind hearted soul. Thank you for gracing the world with your amazing talent.

[@havensabaini7334]

She’s amazing! I fell into the music as soon as I heard her.

[@rcook4419]

I was fortunate enough to see her this year in PHX. Not only is she masterful with the strings, she is a very cool person. It was an honor to be in her presence and watch her perform. If you get the chance to see her, GO!!! You will not be disappointed.

[@wvwinner1600]

I can't smile big enough on this forum... Really really really enjoy Mean Mary... How mean can she be??? c'mon... that voice is sooo sweet! BIG SMILES!

[@catnipped7211]

Mean Mary, you sure are sweet on that Banjo, lol. Your my Fav !!! Blessings to you and your family, much Love Deustchland liebe Mean Mary Gracias Mucho Bonita 💓💓💓

[@edjagst3118]

You could sing the words from the most boring television commercial and still make it sound amazing. We're just blessed with your amazing story telling lyrics, out of this world voice, and musical talent that is always flawless!

[@edenschildren4238]

I cant believe this only has a little over a hundred thousand views....should be over a million

[@rickwheeler2859]

Very Talented. Beautiful Lady

[@Kevlar67476]

I'm smitten. This brings me happiness.

[@garyb4929]

listening too this again, just as soulful as first time, your talent is awesome.

[@annedegand7934]

A voice, a banjo : great ! loves from Belgium

[@BeechSportBill]

Beautiful ....

[@stephentimm4417]

What a drop dead gorgeous lady, with the voice of an angel!

[@michaelgraves5188]

I’m so glad to have fallen into Mary James’ music- it has been about a month since I accidentally clicked on Iron Horse. Heaven help me, I’ve fallen in and I can’t get out. Continued blessings James family!❤️🙏❤️😇

[@rickbaysinger4045]

OMGosh!! My girlfriend wishes she could have blue tooth implanted in her head, so she could listen to Mean Mary, 24/7!! We both really love her music!!

[@philliptwidale459]

Sends shivers down your spine, beautiful , just beautiful. Thank you.

[@lankyboii]

I've started playing the banjo and I love it, but sadly il never be as great as Mary 😓♥️👏👏👏

[@lorenheard2561]

Keep playing,your soul will find more nourishment and it's good to have individual variety in this old world!

[@keithrosen1139]

Pure class this women,, A rare gift for communication through music.

[@robertbrugh8426]

fantastic Mary. beautiful song from a beautiful gal gal with a great voice. Soulfull love it.

[@ronwatson4902]

Is there a song where you really turn that voice loose.It is amazing!! Thank you for sharing all that talent. You're a star already.

[@deboz65]

I am drawn into your sadly sweet sound. Hauntingly Beautiful. I have listened to every song of yours on you tube. I am hooked, a forever fan.

[@stevenpatten8384]

awesome! You have such a lovely voice! And that dress looks great on you as well! ;) I am really liking these videos you are doing in that space.

[@eugenerowlett692]

I have spent years trying to say what this song does. Thank you for singing it so gracefully. And if you are not the song writer then a separate thank you to them.

[@chriswilliams6585]

A wordsmith, bard, poet. Painter with words. A masterpiece. Beautifully crafted like threads to a quilt or weaving of a basket. Art.

[@bluesideup007]

Another haunting ballad from a minstrel divine, plucking our heart's strings like a puppet. Thank you Mary.

[@darrelrhame9351]

Beautiful and melancholy song, quite a haunting tune.Loved it.

[@jamessinkey3846]

New Sub Here: I could hear that song coming from deep within your soul which in turn touched my mine...Lovely my Sister🌹😘💖

[@johnsmith-wx7qq]

Her Banjo playing is awesome but her voice caught me off guard with it's beauty.

[@hawtenslaton4307]

Wow, the voice of the Goddess Mary!

[@jamesa.7604]

Mary, You're so Very Very Talented! You're also Very Beautiful! Love your music and videos!

[@markm7599]

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing all of your great talent with us.

[@gkelly941]

Wow. What a beautiful poem and song.

[@xxuniquexx1000]

Just love Mary!

[@alfredlee5246]

Effortlessly Beautiful

[@michaelq8892]

you can really sing...this song is haunting, thank you

[@cheshirebowman4465]

Could you imagine sitting by that fire with a whiskey listening to that beautiful lady sitting next to you.

[@juiellineau]

that black banjo is just so cool. I luv when you are alone with it playing.

[@deanhendrix4640]

You are like a musical painter in a way. The fire crackling in the background added a very special touch to this work of art!

[@3pipper]

Gobsmacked!!! Nothing else needs be said. I feel so privileged to be able to hear such a angelically dulcet yet hauntingly addictive tone form such a talented, vibrant and gentle on the soul performer such as yourself. Blessing on you and yours..... May you be Blessed, Protected and Guided for many many years to come...cheers Les 🙈🙉🙊

[@johnoakes3106]

Randm; Glad I've been to England so I know what gobsmacked means. I was gobsmacked also! So happy and glad I've discovered this young lady and her music.

[@davekramer4266]

Hi Mary, I'm glad the Mic sounded pretty good.. Loved the song and of course that wonderful Voice..

[@thomasmogensen1]

Eminent and Epic, astounding lyrics and the playing is incredible and very good, like the fire and acoustic sound as well. looking forward to hear more from Mean Mary. And nicely done Dave K. And a good mic it seems ! maker and model ? Thanks and have a good sommer and onwards. Best regards - Thomas M (A wish : i would like is this to be released in cd/flac+ audio quality and i will gladly buy and download it or maybe a "bonus" track on your next CD?. (Maybe on Vinyl even ?)

[@davekramer4266]

@@thomasmogensen1; The mike is an "Audio-Technica" Shotgun Mic, if I remember correctly.

[@thomasmogensen1]

Eminent and Epic, astounding lyrics and the playing is incredible and very good, like the fire and acoustic sound as well. looking forward to hear more from Mean Mary. And nicely done Dave K. And a good mic it seems ! maker and model ? Thanks and have a good sommer and onwards. Best regards - Thomas M (A wish : i would like is this to be released in cd/flac+ audio quality and i will gladly buy and download it or maybe a "bonus" track on your next CD?. (Maybe on Vinyl even ?)

[@TimFatchen]

What is there left to say? Pure magic and in could be any time from Elizabeth 1 on. I find more and more to be amazed and enthralled by with Mean Mary's music and performance. (Love the fire crackle!)

[@karlmahlmann]

Wonderful Mary. Bravo.

[@johngoodman616]

That beautiful dress looks like it stepped from a Renaissance faire. It really compliments her green eyes. What a beautiful song from this elegant lady!

[@marttilehtinen]

Beautiful and touchy, thank you for your enjoyment.

[@humanianmanniac5652]

Mary, me encanta tu voz y tu música.

[@williamlawson3805]

Your voice is calming..but sad,"wow",you definately have an "old soul" girl..thank you for sharing.

[@DonaldReynoldsII]

Thank you for you and that banjo!!!

[@denniswade6727]

Beautiful! It touched me deeply.

[@OldMan339]

One of my favorites

[@richardgalvin8390]

Very good to see you doing some new things keep up young lady

[@nomanmcshmoo8640]

Damn. That's one heck of a dirge right there! PLEASE come back to Tucson some day. It's been way too long.

[@milk7five1]

I was messi g around and saw you amd i havent stop watching you you beautiful and your music is awesome keep up the great work props to all that helped

[@rodericklewis8988]

Happy birthday! I have been enjoying your music since I found your channel. I’m now waiting for your CDs to arrive.

[@rossbryan6102]

PERFECT, PERFECT, PERFECT!!!

[@ginoschembri3853]

MARY YOU ARE SIMPLY AMAZING 👏 ❤️ THANKYOU

[@tomcaldwell5750]

Happy St. Patrick's day! Love the Celtic theme. ♣️

[@mikem201]

Your music is still bouncing around in my head an hour after listening....in a good way! Outstanding.

[@DeliaLatham]

Another "wow" performance!