Mr. Trash Wheel Gets His Own Music Video!
After intercepting thousands of tons of trash, becoming one of Baltimore's most recognizable icons, and building a devoted following around the world, Mr. Trash Wheel now has his own theme song and music video!
Today, Waterfront Partnership's Healthy Harbor Initiative released the official music video for "Mr. Trash Wheel (Hero of the Harbor)," an original song celebrating Baltimore's beloved trash interceptor, written by retired Baltimore Symphony Orchestra bassist Jonathan Jensen. The music video features appearances from local personalities including Katie Pumphrey, artist and ultra-marathon open-water swimmer; Evan Woodard, historian and creator of Salvage Arc; Bobby LaPin, Baltimore activist and social media influencer; and Mr. Trash Wheel inventor John Kellett.
For more than a decade, Mr. Trash Wheel has done far more than collect floating debris. He has become an unlikely ambassador for Baltimore Harbor, using humor, personality and a pair of googly eyes to inspire millions of people to care about the city's waterways. Along the way, he has earned recognition from Guinness World Records, appeared in a Dr. Seuss book, and even served as the Ravens' first-round draft pick ahead of the 2025 NFL season.
The music video premiered during Mr. Trash Wheel's birthday celebration in April and is now available on Waterfront Partnership's YouTube channel and social media platforms. The song is also available on all major music streaming services.
