Mean Mary - Bette, Come Back
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2024
- New album Portrait of a Woman (Part 1) available now. Visit: meanmary.com
Filmed by Jean James and Mary James
Edited by Mary James
BETTE, COME BACK (M. James, J. James)
Mary James - vocals, banjo
Frank James - vocals, 12-string guitar
David Henry - cello, upright bass
Andy Kruspe - bodhrán
Mixed by Marc Frigo
LYRICS
Bette should be back by now
She’s never been this late before
Did she get lost, get hurt, somehow
He stood at his open door
The rain was really coming down
He heard the lightning crack
Did Bette meet someone in town
Why hasn’t Bette come back?
CHORUS:
Bette, come back, come back, come back
Bette, it’s starting to storm
Bette, come back, come back, come back
Come back where it’s cozy and warm
Though sometimes they don’t see eye to eye
There are so many good times they’ve had
And Bette has never gone bye-bye
And Bette has never been bad
He hollered out unheeding
“You have a home and love”
His voice was almost pleading
“Bette, what are you thinking of!”
CHORUS
THIRD PART:
Sometimes she acts a bit cheeky
And sometimes a little bit funny
But Bette has never been sneaky
Or gone out looking for a honey
He felt so lost, felt so alone
As he fell upon his mattress
He was holding back another groan
When Bette walked across his chest
She licked his cheek and began to purr
She curled up beside his head
Then he remembered thunder frightened her
Bette was hiding under his bed
CHORUS:
Bette’s come back, come back, come back
She’s safe from the storm
Bette’s come back, come back, come back
She’s happy where it’s cozy and warm
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The coolest thing just happen as I was watching Bette walk up to the guy...my black momma kitty walked past my window!
Not sure how long I will be here, but I hope long enough to see this lady on the Grammy's - any music award show... really, she deserves it. There's no one like her, and she plays the banjo like... like... like who? No one remembers any banjo players really, but we will remember her. As well as her guitar, and violin. Honestly, I'm so glad to have experienced her.
hope you will be around until you are ready to . go home. same as me. good luck and God . bless.
Hope you can stick around
Lady Bela Fleck.
I hope she stays our underground angel. The entertainment industry is evil. It has a habit of corrupting and destroying our most treasured artists. It would break my heart to see that happen.❤️🌹
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Exactly .I dont want second Amy Winehouse.
Oh my lord. I'm a cat man as well, also thought this song implicated other problems in my life. Absolutely beautiful ending. ❤
Mary, you and your banjo kept that "secret" all the way to the closing bars. Awesome and so true! FR
Yeah, took me twice...
Cats! ♥️🌹🤣👍👍
Ever since I first heard this a couple of weeks ago, I've been telling all the cat people I know about it. They all love it. If there is a Hall of Fame for Great Cat Songs, this should definitely be in there.
Love it! :)
Her Royal Highness Freyja Dog did that to us and we were frantic. Thunderstorm, and she has safety places we've set out, beds under chairs and such, but nowhere to be found. Still don't know, but the storm ended and suddenly there she was, asking for a treat (she walks over to the corner where the treats are kept, looks at it, looks at us, looks at it, looks at us...).
Now that's the "cat's meow"! 😻😻😻😻😻
American Banjo replaces Indian Sitar. I came along your debut on a country western show when you were about 5. I have been captivated since. Amid all the technologists, your artistry transcends. You get me.
Pandora put this on one of my stations the other day, it makes me giggle every time I hear it
The picking is of true master level. But the layered song with the male baritones really puts this song in another realm and gives it the depth to make it one of the highest calibers of songs.
One more thing to love about Mean Mary...her story telling in videos!
I love this song... because I love cats too
man! This is the second time in as many weeks that I've been totally fooled by the beginning of an artistic work! My mind was absolutely venturing down the dark paths of traditional country/bluegrass themes. Then...a cat!! Well done, Mary. Well done, indeed.
Thank you Mary, This song is really great! and at first makes your listeners a little sad, but at the end it makes us happy and even makes us laugh; You hit a home run with this song! Even Frank's cat did a good job of acting, Bette deserves a cat treat, and even some Catnip, and you deserve a Music Award!
what another great song by mean mary
Now that's a Mean Mary song. No one but you could do that song Mary!
Outstanding! Thank you Mary, Frank and Bette, and everyone else who is involved but not seen. So well done. Needed a happy ending, haven't had many lately .
Been a fan since the "iron Horse" and you are always stepping up your skills and videography! Another excellent piece of story telling from a beautiful artist! Thanks Mary! Oh, and Frank does good, too! He just ain't as purty as you!
U have the voice of an angel! I love my kitty too. Last week a friend's cat got out and was lost all night- and came back!
I like plot twists in a story, and “Bette, Come Back” definitely has one.
I also liked how this music video was narrated by you singing this song with your banjo, while Frank was acting out the story line.
I love your creativity!
Crazy good banjo lady who can turn a phrase too.
Two things...
1). This song is seriously genuis. The combo of instruments and Mary's voice is unparalleled. Period. End of story.
2). When I saw the lightning in the sky... Is there a chance that Mean Mary collabs with PECOS HANK???
Seriously, people watch "The Mesocyclone - Alien Storms" video and listen to this song at the same time!
Just listened to this for the 2nd time. I get it! ( Yeah, I'm thick sometimes...) Thanks dearheart! Frank too! Cats...♥️🌹🤣
I must have listened to this a half dozen times before I realized Betty's identity.
Haha, the whole time I thought the man had lost his wife. I wondered why you had a sly smile on your face as you played and man ran around town so distraught. Although I will admit, I have wandered the street crying out for my lovely Sasha when she has gone amiss. 😸
LOVE it, outstanding!!!!!! And ironically (perhaps) my late wife and I worked with animal rescue for years, and more than a few times we had similar events.🥰
Some very good acting from Frank throughout this piece!
Having watched it through, I could say a lot more about some of the nuances in retrospect - but the end was definitely the best part.
Bette is so lucky! This is some very fancy playing and both of you outstanding in character!
Just when i was thinking, huh...,such a small bed? Then i saw the cat. Funny, i love your style Mary, the banjo too!
A real round top door! A symbol in many ways.
I have been in that missing pet situation and in panic mode. I thought I forgot that little dog at my last stop last winter, but he was actually hiding in an open box that had my clothes in the truck. He wasn't my dog . It was a cold day and he was nice and warm with the floor heater. On under the box
Heard this for the first time in the car and lost it laughing at the end
Bette's back, meow.🐈⬛
Love all of your music ...but that chair ...hammock chair swing thing is radical ...very cool
Her voice is absolutely haunting and I would not have it any other way. I Love this so much,
About a lost lover it makes much sense but it also makes much sense now too...
You are so precious. Luv ya girlie. I’ve been on a Mean Mary marathon for a while.
I can pretty much relate with that - after four days, our tomcat came home yesterday, hungry as a hog, but otherwise business as usual.
Just found this and I'm absolutely in awe 😮 I absolutely love this ❤ listening from Nashville TN 🤠
Betty such a naughty kitty. Fun song, it's a nice change up. Right up there with "Mean Mary's picking palm."
Phenomenal!!! Oh my goodness.
HAHAHA that was great!! As usual, - love all the breaks too!
That darn cat! What a beautiful twist to end a wonderful song. (I'm just a sucker for a good song in a minor key.)
Yet another favorite from the Muti-talented Mean Mary!
That was so perfect! A totally unexpected ending. Bravā!!! ❤❤❤
I didn’t expect the ending 😅 good job.
I love the way your Banjo tells a story and ties into your words. Your music is rite on and I really dig it. Thank you for your music!
Omg brilliant. My bunny and I are gonna watch this tomorrow. He's a classical pianist but he's appreciative when I make him see brilliance elsewhere.
Well, that took an unexpected turn. I like it.
How absolutely wonderful!! Love the song and the video, and LOVE how you get all those notes out of that banjo!
Loved the music & got a big chuckle out of the plot twist! You never fail to entertain!! Good job Frank...and Betty!😂😁😍 Thank you all!!!
Hello, superbe, absolument génial, merci beaucoup Mean Mary, @+.
I have always loved your voice
Amazing how she gets that banjo to sound like an Indian sitar
Ahhh so cute, never expected that!
I love your music, I hope one day you tour through South Carolina.
Seconded.
Love this, as with all your songs Mary. The twist made me chuckle.
Absolutely brilliant! I’m a dog lover but I love this song!
Love your music 🎶 ❤️ love that swing too lol
😆 great song, but the story, loved it. lol. good kitty
with that banjo in your hand, u are the master of the universe 👍 👍
u are also incredibly great story
teller i i would have never imagined Betty to be “ the queen”
now i i know it’s “ the year of the pet & the I phone “…let’s say Adios to life couples 😉
Wow...so good...I always love your vocals and Frank was a nice touch...great sound...and the lightning...: ) perfect love the lightning.
Thanks for the great song you got me loved it
this was one of my faves off the new album! beautiful song and great story 🥰
It might be over the top.from th first time I herd her sing way from the beginning mean mary sings truth-heart/divine love.
I did NOT see that one coming! 😮😮😮 Great song!
Another great song! Funny ending too! Love the bodhrán as well!
Love your music 👏👏👏 Dunno who produces your videos, they’re great too 😀 Has Frank done any solo videos? He has his own talent 😊
I love this one. And a happy ending! 😁 Good teamwork.
Дух захватывает, улёт! 💯
Your banjo work continues to amaze. Fabulous.
Crazy good!
Ahahah this is absolutely awesome!
Classic.
A wonderful twist to an amazing song 😁 Thank you for the smile!
Great Song, I worked with a guy in the early 80's. He had gotten home from work and his wife went out to get some milk at the local store. He's waiting at home with 2 small children, goes and finds out her suitcase and some of her cloths are gone. I have to say your song ends much better. Hahah,
Yes, I will have some today.
Thanks!!!
The twist at the end was truly unexpected. This was absolutely splendid!
Very good! Classy twist.
Shur make Frank do all the running around 🤨 loved it 👍
Enjoyed this with a humorous finish
Lmaoooooooo! Love this song!!!
Nice good job Mary 😃 oh , Frank too
Love it, and again Mary you do something different and Great! How about drinking some hot chocolate hear in Tucson,AZ, this Winter.🙏😁
Fabulous!
I was hoping for a happy ending. Thanks.💐
I loved this. Thank you.
Fantastic!!!!
Excellent.
Thank you! Great Song!
Catchy!
LOL, what a great song..
Can’t wait to see you in Ft Myers… your awesome ❤
splendid 😍
Love your music
That was really interesting. Sounds good, too.
Very nice!
Once again great song and a lovely voice .
LOVE ME A MEAN MARY
Great song, love your banjo as always, the medieval sound (to my ears) within the modern context of the video somehow just fits the funny story so well. Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely great!
20 seconds in, I had to fast-forward to see if I'd guessed correctly. :)
...I had.