The group's self-titled, second album, released in 2009, debuted at number one on the Billboard charts and was certified gold in the United States, Australia, and Canada. It was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album in 2010. While both albums were commercially successful, critical reception was mixed. The Fray was ranked No. 84 on Billboard's "Artists of the Decade" list. Their third album Scars & Stories, released in 2012, achieved moderate commercial success; debuting and peaking at number four on the Billboard 200. The album again received mixed reviews from critics. The band's fourth album, Helios, was released in February 2014. The band's compilation album, Through the Years: The Best of the Fray, was released in November 2016.
The Fray's use of the piano as the lead instrument in their music has led critics to compare the band with English piano-driven bands such as Coldplay and Keane. However, the band lists its influences as the Wallflowers, Counting Crows, Better Than Ezra, and U2.
Mahna Mahna
The Fray Lyrics
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Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na na na na na
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do do do do do do do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Mahna Mahna na na na
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na na na na na
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do de do do do do do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo be-do-do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-doodle do do do-doo do
Mahna Mahna na na na
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na, na
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do do do do do do do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Mahna Mahna na na na
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na, na na
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do do do do do do do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Mahna Mahna na na na
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do do do do do do do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Mah mah
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
Mahna Mahna
Do do do do do
The song Mahna Mahna by The Fray is a cover of the popular tune by Piero Umiliani, which was originally featured in the Italian film Sweden: Heaven and Hell in 1968. The song has since gained popularity and worldwide recognition due to its inclusion in the children's show Sesame Street. The lyrics are repetitive and playful, consisting mostly of the phrase "Mahna Mahna" and accompanied by nonsensical syllables and scatting.
One possible interpretation of these lyrics is that they represent the importance of having fun and letting go of worries or stress. The repeated "Mahna Mahna" refrain could be seen as a call to dance and enjoy the moment without overthinking it. The use of nonsense words and syllables also adds to the carefree and playful nature of the song.
Overall, Mahna Mahna is a fun and lighthearted tune that encourages listeners to let go and have a good time. Its catchy melody and memorable lyrics have made it a beloved classic in pop culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Do do do do do do do do do do do do do do do
A repetitive rhythm or pattern is established with these lyrics, setting the tone for the rest of the song.
Mahna Mahna
These words do not have a literal meaning, but rather represent a nonsensical or undefined element of the song.
Do do do do do
The repetitive pattern continues, but with a small variation from the opening lines.
Do do-do do
The rhythm is broken up slightly with a new variation on the pattern.
Mahna Mahna
The undefined element of the song is reiterated, as if to reinforce that it will continue to be present.
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-do do do do-doo do
The rhythm continues with an extended version of the established pattern, including new sounds and variations.
Mahna Mahna na na na
The undefined element is reiterated once more, but with an added vocal component.
Na na na na na na na
The vocal component continues, adding to the nonsensical nature of the song.
Na na na na na na na na na na na na
The vocals reach new heights of absurdity, continuing to build on the nonsensical element.
Mahna Mahna
The undefined element is reiterated again, emphasizing its continued presence in the song.
Do do do do do de do do do do do do do do do
The pattern returns, but with a slight variation from previous iterations.
Do doo be-do-do
A new variation on the pattern is introduced, bringing in new sounds and rhythms.
Do doo de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do de-do-do-doodle do do do-doo do
The pattern continues with an extended version, introducing more new sounds and rhythms.
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na, na
The vocal component grows increasingly absurd, with repeated nonsensical phrases taking center stage.
Mahna Mahna
The undefined element remains present, even as the song builds to its climax.
Mah mah
A slight variation on the undefined element is introduced, adding to its mysterious nature.
Mahna Mahna
The song comes full circle, with the undefined element emphasized once more in the final lines.
Do do do do do
The pattern comes to a close, signaling the end of the song.
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PIERO UMILIANI
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