Discover the story of the song > Calling On Mary – Aimee Mann

The protagonist hears someone on the street saying "Merry Christmas" and it reminds her of how salvation is supposed to be cheap during this time. She looks for a star in the sky and wonders where her partner is. She realizes that true comfort is not possible when you can only see the end instead of focusing on the joy. The protagonist calls on Mary, a symbol of hope and miracles, but knows that it's only voluntary unless you're alone like her. The Christmas tree and the star on top can make it seem like love is present. The protagonist reflects on how in her younger days, she couldn't see all the love that her partner gave her. She knows that Mary can offer miracles, but she doesn't believe she is the kind of person who will receive them. Finally, the protagonist acknowledges all the lost souls around her and wonders what difference she makes as another person lost in the snow.