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Pentatonix - Mary Did You Know

"Pentatonix's rendition of 'Mary, Did You Know?' is widely acclaimed and has become a holiday classic. Here are some interesting facts about their version of the song:

  1. Grammy Award-Winning: Pentatonix's version of 'Mary, Did You Know?' won the Grammy Award for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella in 2015. This accolade helped solidify their status as one of the leading a cappella groups in the world.

  2. Viral YouTube Success: The group's video for 'Mary, Did You Know?' was posted on YouTube in November 2014 and quickly went viral, accumulating millions of views within a short period. This viral success helped Pentatonix gain even more recognition.

  3. Chart Success: Pentatonix's rendition of the song also performed well on the music charts. It reached the top of the Billboard Christian Digital Song Sales chart and peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

  4. Original Composer: 'Mary, Did You Know?' was written by Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene in 1984. It has been covered by numerous artists over the years, but Pentatonix's a cappella version brought it to a new level of popularity.

  5. A Cappella Brilliance: Pentatonix is known for their impressive a cappella arrangements and vocal harmonies. Their rendition of 'Mary, Did You Know?' showcases their incredible vocal talents and innovative arrangements.

  6. Holiday Album: The song is featured on Pentatonix's Christmas album titled 'That's Christmas to Me,' which was released in 2014. The album also includes other holiday classics and original songs, contributing to its success during the holiday season.

  7. Ongoing Legacy: 'Mary, Did You Know?' has become a staple in Pentatonix's holiday repertoire, and they continue to perform it during their annual Christmas tours and television appearances.

  8. Collaborations: Pentatonix has collaborated with various artists and musicians throughout their career, but their rendition of 'Mary, Did You Know?' is a standout example of their ability to take a well-known song and make it uniquely their own through their vocal talents.

  9. Christmas Special: In 2018, Pentatonix hosted a Christmas special on NBC titled 'Pentatonix: A Not So Silent Night,' where they performed 'Mary, Did You Know?' among other holiday songs.

  10. Evolving Lineup: Pentatonix has had a few lineup changes over the years, but the version of the group that recorded 'Mary, Did You Know?' consisted of Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kirstin Maldonado, Avi Kaplan, and Kevin Olusola. Avi Kaplan later left the group, and Matt Sallee joined as his replacement.

Pentatonix's rendition of 'Mary, Did You Know?' continues to be a beloved holiday classic, showcasing their remarkable vocal abilities and musical creativity."

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