Mach 5 (song)

"Mach 5" is a song by the American alternative rock band The Presidents of the United States of America. It was released in 1996 as a single from their album II. The single reached #29 on the charts in the UK.

"Mach 5"
Single by Presidents of the United States of America
from the album II
Released	1996
Genre	Grunge, punk rock
Length	3:15
Label	Columbia
Songwriter(s)	Chris Ballew
Producer(s)	Presidents of the United States of America
Presidents of the United States of America singles chronology
"Dune Buggy" (1996) "Mach 5" (1996) "Supersonics" (1996)

The song's lyrics describe the experience of a child playing violently with firecrackers and Matchbox cars while pretending to be the hero of the cartoon Speed Racer. The single's cover shows children on tricycles wearing helmets and goggles like the cartoon character.

Track listing

Initial pressing

1. "Mach 5" - 3:15
2. "Tremelo Blooz" - 2:50
3. "Tiki Lounge God" - 3:10
4. "Carolyn's Bootie" (live) - 3:35

Australian version

1. "Mach 5" - 3:15
2. "Tremelo Blooz" - 2:50
3. "Body" (live) - 4:11
4. "Carolyn's Bootie" (live) - 3:35

Chart positions

Year	Chart	Position
1996	Modern Rock Tracks (US)	No. 11
1996	Mainstream Rock Tracks (US)	No. 24
1996	Official UK Singles Chart	No. 29
1996	UK Rock & Metal Chart	No.1