Harris performed in many different groups throughout his career, including Franki Lymon's Teenagers, the Jarmels and Nat Turner's Rebellion on Philly Grove Records. However, it was his stint with the Delfonics that finally brought him success. He joined that group as the replacement for Randy Cain. Major Harris is a STAR of the First Order, as he inspired many groups, as,The Mighty Majors Band ("You Can Never Go Back"), after they opened a show for him once on the road, as well as many other performers because of his polished style, grace, and powerful stage presence.
In 1974 he went solo, passing an audition for WMOT (We Men of Talent) productions. His biggest hit was "Love Won't Let Me Wait". Some of his subsequent songs did well also, but after those ran dry he returned to the Delfonics, with whom he toured in the 1990s and 2000s.
My Way
Major Harris Lyrics
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Why wait to say
At least I did it my way
But in my heart I understand
I made my move
And it was all about you
Now I feel so far removed
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way
My way
My way
Why wait to say
At least I did it my way
Lie awake, two faced
But in my heart I understand
I made my move
And it was all about you
Now I feel so far removed
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
You were the one thing in my way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
The lyrics of Major Harris's song "My Way" seem to reflect on the decisions that the singer has made in life. The line "Why wait to say at least I did it my way" suggests that the singer has taken accountability for their choices in life, and is willing to take responsibility for the consequences that come with it. They acknowledge that there may be people who are "two-faced" and are against them, but they are at peace with themselves and understand that their decisions were made with good intentions.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "You were the one thing in my way" multiple times. It seems as though the singer is directing this towards someone who has opposed them in the past – perhaps a lover, a friend or even a societal expectation. Despite this person being in their way, the singer is content with the choices they have made, as evidenced by the repetition of "My way" at the end of each verse and chorus.
Overall, "My Way" is a song about taking ownership of one's choices in life, even if it means going against the expectations of others. The song delivers a message about individualism and standing by one's personal beliefs, even if it may lead to misunderstandings or obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
Why wait to say
Why delay in expressing how I chose to live my life, my choices and my behavior.
At least I did it my way
I lived life on my own terms even if it resulted in failure or success.
Lie awake, two faced
I am troubled by the duplicity I have witnessed in people, and it keeps me up at night.
But in my heart I understand
I know that I am confident in my choices, but it is hard to see other people acting in bad faith.
I made my move
I act of my own volition and take responsibility for the choices I make (good and bad).
And it was all about you
Your presence or absence contributed to me making the choices I have made in the past.
Now I feel so far removed
I feel like I have moved on or evolved from where I was when I made those choices.
You were the one thing in my way
You were the main obstacle I faced on my journey to living life on my own terms.
My way, oh way, oh way, oh way
I will continue to live life on my own terms no matter what life throws my way.
My way
This song is about how I lived life on my own terms and made my own choices in the face of obstacles.
Writer(s): Paul Anka, Gilles Thibaut, Claude Francois, Jacques Revaux
Contributed by Cameron I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.