Born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Maysa discovered that she wanted to be a musician at six when her parents took her to see the musical Purlie. She recalls, “The moment Melba Moore took the stage an opened her mouth I made my decision that music would be my fate.” A graduate of Morgan State University with a degree in classical performance, Maysa met Stevie Wonder while still a senior in college.
Upon graduating, she moved to North Hollywood to perform with Stevie Wonder’s Wonderlove, with whom she performed with for the next year. While with Wonder, she appeared on the Jungle Fever soundtrack and performed on such television shows as Oprah and The Tonight Show.
In the early 90s, Maysa auditioned over the phone to become a member of the acclaimed British jazz/funk/R&B band Incognito and in 1992 she relocated to London and recorded Tribes & Scribes, featuring the hit single "Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing." Since then, Maysa has appeared on over seven Incognito recordings including their latest CD, Bees and Things and Flowers.After being "discovered" as a solo artist by Carl Griffin the then VP of A&R at GRP Records,Maysa recorded her self-titled debut in 1995, followed by her solo sophomore effort All My Life in 1999, Out of The Blue in 2002, Smooth Sailing in 2004, Sweet Classic Soul in 2006, and now Feel The Fire, 2007.
Maysa has also collaborated with Rick Braun, Will Downing, Jason Miles' Soul Summit, Rhythm Logic, Jonathan Butler and Pieces of a Dream. And has been produced by George Duke, Rex Rideout, Mike White(Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly),Chris “Big Dog” Davis, Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick of Incognito, Richard Bull (Acoustic Alchemy).
Compliments
Maysa Leak Lyrics
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Brought to you comes courtesy of Maysa's soul
Why don't you feel off the infectiousness
Indulge in positive feedback - owe it to yourself
Burning out haven't got a clue where to go
To recharge escape rushes of life
(I recommend)
Journey is about to commence
A soul excursion transportation to euphoric state of mind
Ain't no better way, to relieve yourself
And all expenses paid, one way ticket there
So adjust your frame of mind, from your daily routine
Resume gear into overdrive, it's time to move on
Everything's in tune
Needle fits the vinyl, groove's underway
At a steady flow rotating at the right tempo
With my compliments
Touchdown here's where you're destined to be
Are you building momentum, it comes natural no faking
We'll be sliding back from side to side (deep in the stride)
Sound boy let the needle glide (keeping it live)
Going on and on, time is pressing on
Before the excursion ends, vibe disintegrates
Daylight resurfaces, life's monotony resumes
Make the most of it, owe it to yourself
Now's your chance to express how you feel
Be the soul, be the life of this high atmosphere
Let the groove venture into your bones
To the core taking over, taking control
The song "Compliments" by Maysa Leak is a soulful track that encourages listeners to indulge in positive feedback and take a break from the stresses of daily life. The lyrics suggest that the listener can find solace and relief by following the "soul excursion transportation" that Maysa is offering, which will take them to a euphoric state of mind. The song emphasizes the importance of taking a break and recharging oneself from time to time, and encourages the listener to make the most out of life.
The first verse of the song emphasizes how Maysa's music can be a source of comfort and positivity for her listeners. She believes that her music can provide an infectious groove that will fill the soul of the listener. The lyrics suggest that the listener should allow themselves to be immersed in this groove and indulge in positive feedback. The second verse of the song suggests that when life becomes overwhelming, the listener should take a break and embark on a soulful journey through Maysa's music. The lyrics recommend that the listener should adjust their frame of mind, and gear themselves into overdrive to make the most out of their journey.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself to be vulnerable and feel their emotions. The lyrics suggest that the listener should let the groove of the music venture into their bones, and take over their entire being, allowing them to be the soul and life of the high atmosphere. The song encourages the listener to take control of their emotions and express themselves fully, and make the most out of life.
Line by Line Meaning
This guarantee soul-filling groove
Maysa assures that her music will fill your soul and bring you joy.
Brought to you comes courtesy of Maysa's soul
Maysa puts her heart and soul into creating this music for you to enjoy.
Why don't you feel off the infectiousness
Maysa invites you to let loose and enjoy the positive energy of her music.
Indulge in positive feedback - owe it to yourself
Maysa encourages you to give yourself the gift of positive feedback and self-acceptance.
Burning out haven't got a clue where to go
If you're feeling exhausted and lost, Maysa recommends taking a break and recharging.
To recharge escape rushes of life
Take some time to escape the daily grind and rejuvenate yourself.
(I recommend)
Maysa recommends a soul excursion to lift your spirits.
You hitch a ride (it's on me)
Maysa offers to take you on a musical journey at her own expense.
Journey is about to commence
Get ready to embark on a musical journey with Maysa.
A soul excursion transportation to euphoric state of mind
Maysa's music will transport you to a state of euphoria and happiness.
Ain't no better way, to relieve yourself
Maysa believes that enjoying her music is the best way to relieve stress and feel better.
And all expenses paid, one way ticket there
Maysa is covering all the costs of this soulful musical journey and there's no turning back.
So adjust your frame of mind, from your daily routine
Maysa encourages you to take a break from your daily routine and embrace a new, positive mindset.
Resume gear into overdrive, it's time to move on
It's time to kick things into high gear and move forward with your life.
Everything's in tune
Maysa's music is perfectly in tune and ready to take you on a journey.
Needle fits the vinyl, groove's underway
The music is ready to play and the groove has begun.
At a steady flow rotating at the right tempo
The music is flowing seamlessly and at the perfect tempo for you to enjoy.
With my compliments
Maysa is offering this music as a gift to you, with her compliments.
Touchdown here's where you're destined to be
This musical journey is where you were always meant to be.
Are you building momentum, it comes natural no faking
Maysa wants to know if you're feeling the positive energy of the music and building momentum naturally.
We'll be sliding back from side to side (deep in the stride)
Maysa invites you to dance and sway to the beat of the music.
Sound boy let the needle glide (keeping it live)
Maysa urges the sound boy to keep the music playing and the energy alive.
Going on and on, time is pressing on
The music and the journey continue, even as time passes by.
Before the excursion ends, vibe disintegrates
The journey and the positive vibe will eventually come to an end.
Daylight resurfaces, life's monotony resumes
After the journey, it's time to face the reality of everyday life again.
Make the most of it, owe it to yourself
Maysa encourages you to make the most of your life and the positive energy you experienced during the journey.
Now's your chance to express how you feel
Maysa gives you the opportunity to express yourself and share the positive emotions you're feeling.
Be the soul, be the life of this high atmosphere
Maysa wants you to be the life and soul of the party, enjoying the high-energy atmosphere.
Let the groove venture into your bones
Allow the music to penetrate your being and fill you with joy.
To the core taking over, taking control
The music will reach deep into your soul and take control, filling you with positive energy.
Contributed by Grace C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.