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Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm

"Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm" is a 1993 song by Canadian rock band Crash Test Dummies, written by lead singer Brad Roberts.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm" is a 1993 song by Canadian rock band Crash Test Dummies, written by lead singer Brad Roberts. It was released as the lead single from the album *God Shuffled His Feet* and became an international hit, including top-five chart success in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Background

The song was released in October 1993 as the first single from Crash Test Dummies' second album, *God Shuffled His Feet*. It was written by Brad Roberts and issued through Arista and BMG.

Commercial performance

"Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm" became the band's best-known international release, reaching the top five in the US and UK and number one in several countries. Its chart performance was notably stronger outside Canada than in the band's home market.

Music video

The song's music video was directed by Dale Heslip. The video accompanied the single's international promotion and became part of the song's broader recognition.

Key facts

  • Lead single from Crash Test Dummies' second studio album, *God Shuffled His Feet*.
  • Written by Brad Roberts, the band's lead singer.
  • Reached No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topped charts in multiple countries.
  • Peaked at No. 14 on Canada's RPM 100 Hit Tracks chart.
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Canadian context

It is by a Canadian band, Crash Test Dummies, and remains one of the most internationally successful Canadian rock singles of the 1990s.[1]

Frequently asked questions

Who recorded "Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm"?
It was recorded by the Canadian rock band Crash Test Dummies.
Who wrote the song?
It was written by Brad Roberts, the band's lead singer.
When was it released?
It was released in October 1993.
Which album is it from?
It is the lead single from *God Shuffled His Feet*.
How did it chart in the United States?
It reached No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Did it chart in Canada?
Yes. It peaked at No. 14 on the RPM 100 Hit Tracks chart.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mmm_Mmm_Mmm_Mmm
    Supports: Song identity, artist, writer, release date, album, label, music video director, and chart performance.
  2. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t05G0983BcI
    Supports: Alternative confirmation that the song was released in 1993 as the first single from *God Shuffled His Feet* and achieved major international chart success.