In New York, exciting news is brewing at Citi Field as “My Girl” by The Temptations finally has some musical company at the top of the charts. New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor, known for using this classic track as his walk-up anthem, decided to throw in another timeless favorite into the mix—“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” the iconic 1967 duet by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. He chose to reveal this addition during his second time up to bat in Friday’s 7-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
Lindor expressed his excitement about the song switch with a broad grin, exclaiming that it matched his current mood perfectly. He eagerly hopes that fans will resonate with it just as much. His choice to switch melodies after an incredible tenure with “My Girl” introduced an element of surprise to the 41,243 fans present, even if his teammates had an inkling this was coming.
Initially facing a batting average of .210 and with the Mets’ disappointing 22-30 record before he turned to “My Girl” on May 28 of the previous year, Lindor experienced a remarkable transformation. He went on to hit .306 for the rest of the season, finishing as the runner-up in National League MVP voting as the Mets progressed to the National League Championship Series. Notably, The Temptations graced the field to perform both “My Girl” and the national anthem before Game 5 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
In Friday’s game, Lindor launched a leadoff home run, marking his 34th homer in 137 games since adopting “My Girl” as his theme. Reflecting on the reaction, Lindor noted that while some fans expressed displeasure, others joined in and sang along.
Mets first baseman Pete Alonso shared insights into Lindor’s intentions, explaining that during their recent away games in St. Louis and Arizona, Lindor hinted at a song change. Alonso praised the new choice and suggested it might be just as popular.
Lindor admitted that some teammates urged him to maintain “My Girl” but mentioned his plans to alternate between the songs, hoping the new selection gains traction. He drew parallels with the film “Remember The Titans,” where “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” was prominently featured, asserting its universal appeal. Lindor added that if the new tune doesn’t catch on, fans can still enjoy the timeless charm of “My Girl.”