Mary Jane's Last Dance

Relive the moody brilliance of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' 1993 smash hit, "Mary Jane's Last Dance." Featuring a signature harmonica riff and Petty's evocative storytelling, this heartland rock classic became one of their most enduring and popular songs from the 90s.

Released as a new track on their 1993 Greatest Hits compilation and issued as a hugely successful single, "Mary Jane's Last Dance" captivated listeners. Produced by Rick Rubin, its bluesy undertones, compelling narrative, and classic heartland rock sound resonated strongly on rock radio worldwide.

Driven by Mike Campbell's distinctive guitar work and Petty's world-weary vocals, this 1993 rock track tells a tale of restlessness and longing. Aided by its controversial and iconic music video starring Kim Basinger, "Mary Jane's Last Dance" cemented its status as a major heartland rock hit.

SONG MEANING: The song tells the story of a narrator feeling restless in their Indiana town and contemplating one final encounter ("Last dance") with "Mary Jane" before leaving. "Mary Jane" is often interpreted as a double entendre, referring both to a girl and, commonly, to marijuana, suggesting a desire to escape boredom or pain one last time before moving on.