Time Is On My Side
Maze Lyrics


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I can tell that I'm a lucky man
Got me friends and a real good band
I don't want for nothin but to do my thing
Play my music and I love to sing

All I need to get some satisfaction
Your true love give me quick reaction
Now I'm able to get along
I know the difference between right and wrong

Time is on my side o yea Time is on my side o yea
Time is on my side o yea Time is on my side o yea

I've been down and I've seen the rain
I paid my dues and I'm still the same
I just want my freedom so I can be myself
To live my life for nobody else

All I need to get some satisfaction
Your true love give me quick reaction
Now I'm able to get along
I know the difference between right and wrong





Time is on my side o yea Time is on my side o yea
Time is on my side o yea Time is on my side o yea

Overall Meaning

In Maze's song Time Is On My Side, the lyrics talk about being content with what one has and living a life that is true to oneself. The singer, who is also the singer, talks about being lucky because he has friends and a good band. They are able to do what they love which is playing music and singing. He does not want for anything and just wants to do his thing.


The song goes on to express that the singer does not need much to be satisfied, just the quick reactions of true love. He is able to get along in life because he knows the difference between right and wrong. He acknowledges that he has been through hard times, seen the rain and paid dues, but he is still the same person. He wants to be free to be himself and live for nobody else.


The repetition of the line "Time is on my side o yea" in the chorus emphasizes that the singer feels like he has all the time he needs to live his life the way he wants to. He is content with his life and has learned to live in the moment.


Overall, the song is about being happy with what one has and finding satisfaction in the little things in life. It also talks about being true to oneself and living life on one's own terms, rather than living for others.


Line by Line Meaning

I can tell that I'm a lucky man
I recognize that I am fortunate


Got me friends and a real good band
I have supportive friends and talented bandmates


I don't want for nothin but to do my thing
I am content with pursuing my passions


Play my music and I love to sing
Performing music brings me joy


All I need to get some satisfaction
I find fulfillment in simple pleasures


Your true love give me quick reaction
Receiving genuine love has a positive impact on me


Now I'm able to get along
I am able to function well


I know the difference between right and wrong
I have developed a moral compass


Time is on my side o yea Time is on my side o yea
I have plenty of time to achieve my goals


I've been down and I've seen the rain
I have experienced hardship


I paid my dues and I'm still the same
I have faced challenges and persevered


I just want my freedom so I can be myself
I value the ability to express myself freely


To live my life for nobody else
I prioritize my own desires and goals




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Comments from YouTube:

Lionel Joseph Burns Sr

I have opened for various artist in my 4 decades of singing . And as I pay Tribute to Frankie Beverly. This is my opening song in my ninety minute performance. Thank you Mr. Beverly.

Sharon Wrench

Adore Maze, I have all their albums on vinyl, listen often, sing 🎤 it Mr Beverly x ❤️

Pat Deen

Well it took me 30 years, but i have finally found my favorite song.

Jennifer Joshua

The heart of the ocean. The Origin. The Pre-Eminent. The Filet Mignon of the Beef. The Crux of The Situation. The Power Plug to the Generator. Choose your euphemism. This song, "Time Is On My Side" defines the entire MAZE musical philosophy and aesthetic, all in the space of 5 minutes. This song gave birth to all the rest.     

Wayne Cheatham

I couldn't agree with you more!

Juan Bell

Jennifer Joshua

Giovanni Lucchetta

ahah yes!!!

Derek Rucker

I can stop playing this song.. love Love love it.

Tom Barber

I like that funky beat!

Gerben Den Heeten

great tune!

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