Here are ten of the most notable songs that feature the name "Maria," ranging across different genres and decades: 1. **"Maria"** from *West Side Story* - A classic from the 1957 musical, this is arguably the most famous song with the name. Leonard Bernstein's music and Stephen Sondheim's lyrics make it an iconic piece of theater. 2. **"Maria, Maria"** by Santana ft. The Product G&B - This 1999 hit blends Latin rock with R&B and hip-hop, becoming one of Santana's biggest crossover successes. 3. **"Dear Maria, Count Me In"** by All Time Low - A pop-punk anthem from 2007 that became a staple for the genre and a fan favorite. 4. **"Maria"** by Blondie - Released in 1999, this song marked a successful comeback for the band, showcasing their signature blend of new wave and pop. 5. **"They Call the Wind Maria"** from *Paint Your Wagon* - This folk song from the 1951 Broadway musical is a well-known example, often associated with its cover by the Kingston Trio. 6. **"Maria"** by Ricky Martin - A major hit in the mid-1990s, this song helped solidify Martin's status as a global pop star. 7. **"Maria"** by Green Day - A fast-paced punk rock track from their 2002 compilation album *International Superhits!* 8. **"Maria"** by Justin Bieber - Featured on his 2012 album *Believe*, this track addresses a rumored relationship with a woman named Maria. 9. **"Maria"** by Michael Jackson - An early solo song from his 1972 album *Got to Be There*. 10. **"O Maria"** by Louis Prima - A lively and classic jazz song from the late 1950s.

Dan, this is worth a separate poll suggestion. I do like that idea. Would you do it? I think it's a challenge to convert it into a poll. I guess it would be an image poll.

For your consideration: Karl Maria von Weber https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0903203/ (composer) Luigi Maria Burrurano https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0123309/ Rico Maria Illarde https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1287524/ Francesco Maria Veracini https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3987142/ Giovanni Maria Buzzatti https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3987142/ Giovanni Maria Bellu https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3691793/ Carlo Maria Martini https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1199669/ (Kardinal) Juan Carlos Alfonso Victor Maria de Borbón-Dos Sicililias https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm0207526/bio/ (former king of Spain from 1975 to 2014) José María Hipólito Figueres Ferrer https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm6693683/bio/ (32rd president of Costa Rica) José Maria Velasco Ibarra https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12961704/ (former president of Ecuador) José María Pino Suárez (former vice-president of Mexico)

thank you again, all names added up to max of 35 list items.