Mary Jane (All Night Long)

Mary J. Blige

About Mary Jane (All Night Long)

"Mary Jane (All Night Long)" is a 1995 single by American singer-songwriter Mary J. Blige, released as the third single from her second studio album, My Life. The song samples the Mary Jane Girls' “All Night Long”, Rick James's "Mary Jane", and Teddy Pendergrass's "Close the Door". The official remix features LL Cool J. A music video for the song was never made. The song peaked at #37 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart and was released as a single in the UK where it reached #17.  


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1999
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Come here, baby.  
Mary I love you, do it girl.

Mary Jane, Mary Jane

I'm in love with Mary Jane.
She's my main thing.
She makes me feel alright.
She makes my heart sing.

And when I'm feeling low,
She comes as no surprise.
Turns me on with her love.
Takes me to paradise, do you love me Mary Jane?
Yeah, whoa-oh-oh.
Do ya?  Do ya?  Do ya? Do ya?  Do ya?  Do ya? 
Now do you think you love me Mary Jane.
Don't you play no games.

Mary Jane, I love her just the same. 
Mary Jane I love her, Mary baby, just the same, Mary Jane
The woman plays no games, now, now, now, Mary Jane

I'm in love with Mary Jane, I'm not the only one.
If Mary wanna play around, I let her have her fun.
She's not the kind of girl that you can just tie down.
She likes to spread her love and turn your head around.

Do ya love me Mary Jane, yeah
Whoa-oh-oh.
Do ya?  Do ya?  Do ya? Do ya?  Do ya?  Do ya? 
Now do you think you love me Mary Jane.
Don't you play no games.

Mary Jane, I love her just the same. 
Mary Jane I love her, Mary baby, baby, baby, baby, Mary Jane
But Mary plays no games, Mary Jane, yeah 
Yeah oh baby, oh baby.  
Whoah, Mary, only love.
I love you, yeah. Whoo!

Something until we give it now, lovey-dove, uh-huh, wow, baby! 

Sing! La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-dah
La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-dah
La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-dah
Sing! La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-da
La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-dah
La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-dah
Sing! La-du-da-da-du-da-dah-da
Sing it for me baby la-du-da-da-du-da-dah-da
Come Mary, Mary Jane la-du-da-da-du-da-dah-da
Sing it for me baby la-du-da-da-du-da-dah-da

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: Mary Blige, Rick James

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"Mary Jane (All Night Long)" was released in February 1995 as part of Mary J. Blige's second studio album, 'My Life.'
Chart Success
The song reached number 37 on the Hot 100 Airplay chart, number 11 on the R&B Songs chart, and number 26 on the Rhythmic chart.
Music Sampling
The song contains samples of "All Night Long" by The Mary Jane Girls and "Close the Door" by Teddy Pendergrass.
Genre
The song blends elements of R&B, hip hop soul, and new jack swing music genres.
Collaboration
Rapper LL Cool J made a remix of this song, adding an additional verse to the original track.
Song Length
The original version of "Mary Jane (All Night Long)" is 4 minutes and 40 seconds long.
Lyrics
The lyrics touch upon themes of love and seduction.
Recognition
The song is recognized as a classic in Mary J. Blige's discography and has frequently been praised for its soulful production and Blige's vocal performance.
Songwriters
"Mary Jane (All Night Long)" was written by Mary J. Blige, Sean Combs, Chucky Thompson, and Gerry DeVeaux.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by F. Gary Gray, who has also directed critically acclaimed films like 'Straight Outta Compton.'
Live Performance
Mary J. Blige has performed "Mary Jane (All Night Long)" at several live performances, including during her 'My Life' tour in 1995.
Album Success
The "My Life" album, which features "Mary Jane (All Night Long)," won the Billboard Music Award for Top R&B Album in 1995.
Influence
The song is often cited as one of the standout tracks that helped redefine the R&B genre with its unique mix of soul and hip hop elements.

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