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).
Simpatico
Maysa Leak Lyrics
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(.kind of cute)
(I like the way you think too)
Like mind body and soul
(weâ
€™re simpatico)
In love, we're on a roll
(we're simpatico)
Maysa Leak's song "Simpatico", from her album Back 2 Love, is a soulful love song about a deep connection between two people. The lyrics express a strong sense of unity, as the two lovers share the same mindset, physical attraction, and spiritual connection. The repetition of "simpatico" in the chorus emphasizes this sense of harmony, and creates a catchy and memorable hook for the listener.
The first verse sets the scene for the song, as Maysa sings "Hey baby, kinda cute, I like the way you think too". This expresses the initial attraction between the two characters, which is based not only on physical appearance but also on shared values and beliefs. The second verse reinforces this connection, as Maysa sings "We're simpatico, in love we're on a roll", suggesting that the relationship has progressed and the love between them is growing stronger.
Overall, "Simpatico" is a beautiful and heartfelt song about the power of connection and love, and Maysa's soulful vocals bring the emotion and passion of the lyrics to life.
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tristan lee
Hey baby
Kind of cute
I like the way you think too
Like mind body and soul
(We've got a lot in common, you know)
Like mind body and soul
Like mind body and soul
(Seems I've known you all my life)
Like mind body and soul
Like mind body and soul
You're as sweet as can be
Your love is heavenly
I ask for just one thing
That I can be the girl of your dreams
Oh, you know you can understand
Why I love the way your mind thinks
It's because we're incredibly in synch
Simpatico, suddenly
As lovely as your eyes
There's no surprise, you simply
Mesmerize me, simpatico
(The)
Heavens above they've truly
Shine upon your face
We're, we're in simpatico
We're in simpatico
You're as fine as fine can be
Your touch, it sets me free
I think I'll stick around
Your love just seems to be
The best I've ever found
Oh, I know you can understand why
You love the way my mind thinks
It's because we're incredibly in synch
Simpatico, suddenly
As lovely as your eyes
There's no surprise, you simply
Mesmerize me, simpatico
(The)
Heavens above they've truly
Shine upon your face
We're, we're in simpatico
Simpatico, suddenly
As lovely as your eyes
There's no surprise, you simply
Mesmerize me, simpatico
(The)
Heavens above they've truly
Shine upon your face
We're, we're in simpatico
Like mind, body and soul
Like mind, body and soul
Simpatico, suddenly
As lovely as your eyes
There's no surprise, you simply
Mesmerize me, simpatico
(The)
Heavens above they've truly
Shine upon your face
We're, we're in simpatico
Simpatico, suddenly
As lovely as your eyes
There's no surprise, you simply
Mesmerize me, simpatico
(The)
Heavens above they've truly
Shine upon your face
We're, we're in simpatico
Roger VanDusen
I love this! So beautiful, smooth and melodic!
Marguerite Bridges
Always loved Maysa and her music. Lady keep going!!!
Elizabeth Barbosa
Essa cantora é MARAVILHOSA! Adoro ela.
Debora Cox
She has an amazing voice ❤️ she is an amazing musician
TheRetroWoman80
I have been in Simpatico with Maysa's artistic soul for years. She never disappoints.
EDDIE WALLACE
Maysa is sooooo underrated in the purest form😎😁😘😜
Raynneboe
OMG!! I have been looking for this! I heard it once and feel in love. So smooth...
SweetTea742
Me toooooo! Heard it once and have been searching for it :)
stella macedo
maysa's voice is sublime! Love this! ...
Steve Woodson
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