1. MAZE (メイズ) an independe… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 11 bands of this name.
1. MAZE (メイズ) an independent idol group formed in 2022. The group was formed by the former manager and former members of miscast after they left HYPER MEDIA NEET.
2. A 70s San Francisco, USA soul band, featuring Frankie Beverly (aka Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly). Soul / quiet storm band Maze was established in San Francisco in the early 1970's. The band can more or less be considered as the project of former The Butlers, and later Raw Soul, member Frankie Beverly; being songwriter, producer, arranger, singer, keyboardist and guitarist.
Frankie Beverly's smooth, distinct voice is instantly recognized, and Maze's laid-back, bass driven musical arrangements differ a lot from other soul acts. Their signature sound is especially vivid on the classic "Live in New Orleans."
Maze signed a contract with Capitol Records in 1976, and released their debut LP, "Maze featuring Frankie Beverly", in 1977. They had great success with the debut and the following albums "Golden Time of Day" (1978), "Inspiration" (1979) and "Joy and Pain" (1980).
Their most acclaimed recording is "Live in New Orleans" (three quarters of which was recorded at the Saenger Theatre November 14-15, 1980). By now the band had a reputation as one of the best live acts in American soul music, also enjoying a great following in United Kingdom. In 1989, they released the hit album "Silky Soul", the excellent "Back to Basics" album in 1993, and a live recording at London's Hammersmith Odeon in 1994. In October 2005 Maze finished a U.S. tour.
3. A metalcore/progressive band from Sydney, Australia
Maze are a 5 piece melodic/metal/hardcore band from the Northern beaches of Sydney, Australia. They have released their debut album ‘Empires and Endings’ early this year. Maze are definitely a band to keep tabs on.
4. An alternative/metal band formed in 1996 in Sofia, Bulgaria originally named Priceless Crowns.
The band was originally formed as Priceless Crowns by Vasil Andreev (bass), Vasil Hristov (lead guitar), Kiril Iliev (drums), Yavor Kostadinchev (lead singer /guitar) and Georgi Ivanov (keyboard) in the fall of 1996 in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.Still at school when the first songs came up as a result of the Seattle and Britt Pop wave at this time. Georgi, left the band few months later and under the heavy metal and Seattle underground influences The rest four members changed the course trying to perform a world class bands as Korn, Sepultura, Faith No More and at the same time Pearl Jam and etc.The Year 2000 marked a new Age for everyone and the name was changed to "Maze". The idea for the name Maze came from the different music influences they’ve had through the years and the complex mix of stylesThe beginning of 2008 came with another change - the brother of Stefan Stefanov (keyboard) - Dimitar (Gizdov) joined the band as a lead singer and short after that Vasil Hristov (lead guitar) left Maze.
5. A Chinese post-rock band from Beijing, formed in 2007. Also known by their Chinese name 迷宫.
6. a metalcore band from South Korea
7. A 60s US psychedelic band who released a single album, "Armaggedon"
8. A band from the Netherlands which released some EPs and a mini-CD called SOLDIERS OF SUBURBIA.
9. An Italian hardcore band active in the 1990s
10. An Israeli duo formed by DJs Roi Yamin and Tal Kerman.
11. Maze is also a punk/hardcore band from Mexico.
Mandela
Maze Lyrics
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Why it has taken so long is a mystery
We've got the power to help in your hour of need
When will they do what is right so the world can see
I know we can do it we can make a difference
We've got to come to it cause it just don't make no since
I'm tired of talkin cause it's got to be a way for the people
Mandela mandela
Mandela
Mandela mandela
Mandela
Mandela mandela what do they want from you
There's nothing more you can say nothing more to do
We that are free are the one's who should see your plight
All that I'm asking It's time to just do what is right
Mandela mandela
Mandela
Mandela mandela
Mandela
Stop procrastinating cause we've waited long enough
To much hesitating and it makes it twice as tough
I know one thing though we have got to find a way
For the people freedom's gonna find a way
Mandela mandela
Mandela
Mandela mandela
Mandela
The song "Mandela" by Maze is a call to action for the world to help free political activist and leader Nelson Mandela from prison during his time as a political prisoner in South Africa. The lyrics express frustration at the slow pace and lack of action from those who have the power to make a difference. The repeated chanting of "Mandela Mandela" throughout the song reinforces the urgency of the situation and serves as a protest chant.
The lyrics also acknowledge the power and responsibility of the people to create change. The line "We've got the power to help in your hour of need" highlights the importance of standing in solidarity with those fighting for justice and using collective power to effect change. The repetition of "Freedom's gonna come someday" is a hopeful message that change will indeed come, but it requires action and effort from those who have the ability to make it happen.
Line by Line Meaning
Mandela mandela when will they set you free
Asking Nelson Mandela when he will be released from prison and expressing confusion as to why it has taken so long.
Why it has taken so long is a mystery
Expressing confusion about why Mandela has been imprisoned for so long.
We've got the power to help in your hour of need
Asserting that people have the ability to help Mandela and should do so in his time of need.
When will they do what is right so the world can see
Questioning when authorities will do what is right and release Mandela so that the world can see.
I know we can do it we can make a difference
Expressing confidence that people can make a difference and help Mandela's cause.
We've got to come to it cause it just don't make no since
Stating that people must take action because the situation makes no sense.
I'm tired of talkin cause it's got to be a way for the people
Expressing frustration with just talking about the issue and emphasizing the need for the people to find a way to help.
Freedom's gonna come someday
Asserting that freedom for Mandela will come eventually.
Mandela mandela
Repeating Mandela's name for emphasis and to show support.
Mandela
Repeating Mandela's name for emphasis and to show support.
Mandela mandela what do they want from you
Asking what authorities want from Mandela, considering that he has already been in prison for a long time.
There's nothing more you can say nothing more to do
Implying that there is nothing left that Mandela can do or say to be released from prison.
We that are free are the one's who should see your plight
Asserting that those who are free should recognize and understand Mandela's situation.
All that I'm asking It's time to just do what is right
Asking authorities to do the right thing and release Mandela.
Stop procrastinating cause we've waited long enough
Urge authorities to stop delaying and release Mandela since people have already waited for so long.
To much hesitating and it makes it twice as tough
Stating that too much hesitation makes it much harder to solve this issue.
I know one thing though we have got to find a way
Emphasizing the need to find a way to help Mandela's cause.
For the people freedom's gonna find a way
Asserting that the people will find a way to achieve freedom for Mandela.
Writer(s): FRANKIE BEVERLY
Contributed by Charlie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.