Bloodhound Gang - Along Comes Mary Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song "Along Comes Mary"?

   The song "Along Comes Mary" was originally written by Tandyn Almer in the 1960s.

2. When was Bloodhound Gang's version of "Along Comes Mary" released?

   Bloodhound Gang's version of "Along Comes Mary" was released in May 1999 as the first single from their third studio album, Hooray for Boobies.

3. What was the chart performance of Bloodhound Gang's "Along Comes Mary"?

   Bloodhound Gang's version of "Along Comes Mary" reached No. 5 in Austria, No. 6 in Germany, and No. 13 in Switzerland. The song was certified gold in both Austria and Germany.

4. How did Leonard Bernstein describe the song "Along Comes Mary"?

   Leonard Bernstein explained that "Along Comes Mary" was composed in the Dorian mode and both he and Tandyn Almer indicated that "Mary" was a reference to marijuana.

5. What are some notable cover versions of "Along Comes Mary"?

   Notable cover versions of "Along Comes Mary" include versions by Hugh Masekela, Cal Tjader, George Benson, and Manhattan Transfer, among others.

6. Did Bloodhound Gang make any changes to the original lyrics of "Along Comes Mary"?

   No, Bloodhound Gang retained the original lyrics of "Along Comes Mary" but added new punk music to accompany them.