The Shocking Backstory of Your Favorite Muppet Song

For decades, the “Mah Na Mah Na” song has been an integral part of many childhoods, whether one first heard it on Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, YouTube, or TikTok. The catchy little earworm had a way of burrowing into the brain with its repetitive chorus, nonsensical lyrics, and irresistible call-and-response rhythm that feels both chaotic and comforting.

But did you know it had a naughty origin?