Dear Maria, Count Me In

All Time Low

About Dear Maria, Count Me In

"Dear Maria, Count Me In" is a song by American rock band All Time Low. The song is from their second studio album So Wrong, It's Right. It was released May 6, 2008 as the album's second single. The song became the band's first to chart on a Billboard chart, reaching No. 86 on the Pop 100, and had a music video that aired frequently on MTV. The minor commercial success of the song contributed to All Time Low's greater success with their follow-up album Nothing Personal in 2009. In 2011, the song was certified Gold by the RIAA for reaching 500,000 sales, and later Platinum in 2015 for reaching 1,000,000 units consumed. 


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2010
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I got your picture, I'm coming with you
Dear Maria, count me in
There's a story at the bottom of this bottle
And I'm the pen

When the lights go up
I wanna watch the way you take the stage by storm
The way you wrap those boys around your finger
Go on and play the leader

'Cause you know it's what you're good at
The low road for the fast track, make every second last

'Cause I got your picture, I'm coming with you
Dear Maria, count me in
There's a story at the bottom of this bottle
And I'm the pen

Make it count
When I'm the one who's selling you out
'Cause it feels like stealing hearts
Calling your name from the crowd

Doesn't that mean
You'll be the showgirl of the home team
I'll be the narrator
Telling another tale of the American dream

I see your name in lights
We could make you a star
Girl, we'll take the world by storm
It isn't that hard

'Cause I got your picture, I'm coming with you
Dear Maria, count me in
There's a story at the bottom of this bottle
And I'm the pen

Make it count
When I'm the one who's selling you out
'Cause it feels like stealing hearts
Calling your name from the crowd, whoa

Take a breath, don't it sound so easy?
Never had a doubt, now I'm going crazy
Watching from the floor

Take a breath and let the rest come easy
Never settle down 'cause the cash flow leaves me
Always wanting more

'Cause I got your picture, I'm coming with you
Dear Maria, count me in
There's a story at the bottom of this bottle
And I'm the pen

Make it count
When I'm the one who's selling you out
'Cause it feels like stealing hearts
Calling your name from the crowd

'Cause I got your picture, I'm coming with you
Dear Maria, count me in
There's a story at the bottom of this bottle

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All Time Low

All Time Low is an American pop punk band from Towson, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore, formed in 2003. The band consists of vocalist and rhythm guitarist Alex Gaskarth, lead guitarist and backing vocalist Jack Barakat, bassist and backing vocalist Zack Merrick and drummer Rian Dawson. The band's name is taken from lyrics in the song "Head on Collision" by New Found Glory. All Time Low has released four albums, two extended plays and a live album. The band consistently tours all year long, headlining numerous tours, and has appeared at music festivals including Warped Tour, Reading and Leeds and Soundwave. more »

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Written by: Alexander William Gaskarth, Jack Bassam Barakat, Robert Ryan Dawson, Zachary Steven Merrick

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Release and Record Label
"Dear Maria, Count Me In" was released in 2008 and is a part of All Time Low's second studio album, "So Wrong, It's Right." The band released this song under the record Label ‘Hopeless Records.’
Commercial Success
The song has achieved great commercial success, eventually receiving a certification from the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America). In 2015, the single was certified Platinum, which means that it has sold more than one million copies.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by a stripper that group lead singer Alex Gaskarth encountered. He wrote the song from the perspective of a man falling for this woman and wanting to join her adventurous lifestyle.
Charts Performance
Despite not making it to the Billboard Hot 100 upon initial release, the track has since become a favorite among fans and frequently appears in the band's setlists. The song reached the top of Billboard's Top Internet Albums chart.
Music Video
The official music video for "Dear Maria, Count Me In" was released in May 2008, featuring the band members as they operate a caricature exhibit that comes to life. It is one of their most viewed music videos.
Band's Signature Song
"Dear Maria, Count Me In" is often considered All Time Low's signature song. It's the closing number at most of their concerts and remains their most popular and recognizable song.
Song's Popularity
Even after over a decade since its release, the song continues to gain popularity. This was evident when it unexpectedly started trending on TikTok in early 2021, bringing a new wave of popularity for the band and the song.
Live Performances
The band has performed “Dear Maria, Count Me In” in various significant music events, including the 2015 "Alternative Press Music Awards".
Cover Versions
The song's popularity has led to multiple covers by other artists. These include bands like 5 Seconds of Summer who performed it live during one of their concerts.
Usage in Media
"Dear Maria, Count Me In" was utilized in the opening credits of the AP Tour feature show on the music social network "Imeem".

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