Mary Mary - Bruce Springsteen
from the EP American Beauty (2014) With the possible exception of Jesus, Bruce Springsteen has done more to promote the vision of a "Mary" than anyone I can think of. The screen door slams Mary's dress waves And like a vision she dances across the porch As the radio plays Thunder Road is an American classic with visual images that still touch the soul 39 years after its release. A week ago, he released the EP American Beauty that contains an excellent song titled Mary Mary . The song has a cool, laid back vibe. It centers on an old lover who has moved to a distant place. The lyrics are filled with heartfelt imagery: Now its just a misty sidewalk with the rain drifting through Lipstick case and one lonely red shoe But what I really dig about this song is the music. The string arrangements are particularly effective as they provide both a melody line and an orchestral lift as the song builds. The combination of the acoustic guitar, almost-busy drum b