Currently, the group comprises singer and harmonica player John Popper, guitarist Chan Kinchla, drummer Brendan Hill, bassist Tad Kinchla and keyboardist Ben Wilson. Tad Kinchla and Ben Wilson joined the band following the death of original bassist Bobby Sheehan in 1999.
While Blues Traveler is best known among fans for their improvisational live shows, the general public is most familiar with the group from their Top 40 singles "Run-Around" and "Hook". They gained mainstream popularity after their fourth studio album four, released in 1994. Sheehan's death and Popper's struggle with obesity put a damper on the group's success, and A&M dropped the band in 2002.
Maybe I'm Wrong
Blues Traveler Lyrics
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I want to show you that your wildest dreams can come true
And I swear someday I'm gonna figure out how to do just that
But until then, I guess trying is all I can do
[Chorus:]
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
No, it's none of my business, but I think I can make you happy
But it really doesn't matter if it's me or it's someone else
All that I know is that I think you're kinda special
And one way or another gonna see that I can treat you well
[Chorus]
You seem to think that Lady Luck just doesn't like you
Well, I've been trying to believe that the Lady just ain't that dumb
Oh, just give her time to get here
And I'm sure that when she gets here
She'll be really glad to be here when she comes
[Chorus x 2]
The lyrics to "Maybe I'm Wrong" by Blues Traveler are a vulnerable and heartfelt confession of the singer's feelings towards someone they care for deeply. The singer expresses their desire to show this person that anything is possible and that their wildest dreams can come true. They admit that they don't know how to make that happen just yet, but they are willing to try. However, they also question if their belief in this person's potential is misguided, wondering if they are wrong to think that this person wants something better or has no problem making it through the night.
Despite their uncertainty, the singer declares that they want to make this person happy, whether it is with them or someone else. They believe that this person is special and deserving of love and affection. They also try to reassure this person, who seems to feel unlucky, that luck is not against them and that good things are on the horizon.
Overall, the song explores themes of love, hope, and self-doubt. The singer is unsure of their own abilities to fulfill their promises, but they are certain of their feelings towards this person. The song is a reminder to hold onto hope and to keep trying, even when things seem uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to show you that anything is possible
I aim to demonstrate that the impossible is achievable
I want to show you that your wildest dreams can come true
I aspire to show that even the most far-fetched dreams can become reality
And I swear someday I'm gonna figure out how to do just that
I promise that one day I will discover how to achieve these feats
But until then, I guess trying is all I can do
For now, all I can do is continue striving to turn the impossible into reality
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
It's possible that I'm mistaken in thinking you long for something greater
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Perhaps I'm incorrect in my belief that you effortlessly weather the nighttime hours
Maybe I'm wrong about every little thing I'm talking about
It's conceivable that all my notions are misguided
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
It's possible that I'm incorrect, but there's also a chance I'm correct
No, it's none of my business, but I think I can make you happy
It's not my place to interfere, but I'm confident I can bring joy into your life
But it really doesn't matter if it's me or it's someone else
Ultimately, it's not crucial whether it's me or someone else who makes you happy
All that I know is that I think you're kinda special
What I'm certain of is that I believe you're extraordinary
And one way or another gonna see that I can treat you well
One way or another, I'm determined to show that I can treat you with care and respect
You seem to think that Lady Luck just doesn't like you
You appear to believe that fortune is not on your side
Well, I've been trying to believe that the Lady just ain't that dumb
I've been endeavoring to trust that luck is not foolish, but purposeful
Oh, just give her time to get here
All that's needed is time for luck to arrive
And I'm sure that when she gets here
When luck does come,
She'll be really glad to be here when she comes
She'll surely be happy to have arrived
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
It's possible that I'm mistaken in thinking you long for something greater
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Perhaps I'm incorrect in my belief that you effortlessly weather the nighttime hours
Maybe I'm wrong about every little thing I'm talking about
It's conceivable that all my notions are misguided
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
It's possible that I'm incorrect, but there's also a chance I'm correct
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JOHN C. POPPER
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I want to show you that anything is possible
I want to show you that your wildest dreams can come true
And I swear someday I'm gonna figure out how to do just that
But until then, I guess trying is all I can do
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Maybe I'm wrong about every little thing I'm talking about
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
No, it's none of my business, but I think I can make you happy
But it really doesn't matter if it's me or it's someone else
All that I know is that I think you're kinda special
And one way or another gonna see that I can treat you well
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Maybe I'm wrong about every little thing I'm talking about
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
You seem to think that Lady Luck just doesn't like you
Well, I've been trying to believe that the Lady just ain't that dumb
Oh, just give her time to get here
And I'm sure that when she gets here
She'll be really glad to be here when she comes
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you want something better
Maybe I'm wrong thinking you got no problem making it through the night
Maybe I'm wrong about every little thing I'm talking about
Maybe I'm wrong, but just maybe, maybe I'm right
fred bloggs
the first time I heard this song was in the blues brothers 2000 film, and it blew me away, absolutely love it
dave bradshaw
same here lol
ronnie jones
Agreed before that i didnt care much for blues now seems i like some an blues brothers did treat me to this one.😁
Jose Ramos
Same bruh till this day I got it in my playlist
D1cey 1982
Same here ,(best part of the film).
John Wohlheter
Hands down my favorite blues traveler song. . .
Melissa Mabe
Cool song
The Channel Previously Known As AWB
Real music for real people.
luke van
2019 and still going strong listening to it. Great song and great band.
Non Binary Transgendered Teddy Bear Hamster
This song has a strong CCR element to it. Awesome song 👌👍