The Philadelphia born Beverly started the group as Raw Soul in 1970. They recorded a couple of singles on the small Gregar label, but without any major hits. But with a few personnel changes, a relocation from Philadelphia to the San Francisco Bay Area in California in 1971, and an introduction to Marvin Gaye, the group became an immediate success. Gaye took the group on the road with him as one of his opening acts, and in 1976 he suggested that they changed their name from Raw Soul to Maze.
Maze signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in 1976, and released their debut album, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, in 1977. From that album, the hit singles included "Happy Feelin's," "While I'm Alone," and "Lady of Magic"; ultimately giving them their first gold record and earning Maze a devoted fan base. They also had success with the following albums Golden Time of Day (1978), Inspiration (1979) and Joy and Pain (1980).
Their next recording was Live in New Orleans, three quarters of which was recorded at the Saenger Theatre, on November 14–15, 1980. Three of those songs got into the U.S. R&B chart, including "Running Away," "Before I Let Go," and "We Need Love To Live." By that time, the band had both a reputation in America also enjoyed a following in the United Kingdom with promotional support from the British DJ Robbie Vincent. In May 1985, Maze sold out eight nights at the Hammersmith Odeon.
In 1989, they signed with Warner Bros. and released the hit album Silky Soul, plus Back to Basics in 1993, and released the live DVD recording at London's Hammersmith Odeon in 1994. The two albums also attained gold disc status.
The group released Can't Stop the Love in March 1985, which featured the group's first number one R&B hit "Back In Stride." The Top 5 follow-up, "Too Many Games," was part of that recording. They had another number one R&B success with "Can't Get Over You."
In October 2004, "Twilight" appeared in the video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, playing on funk radio station, Bounce FM.
Maze continues to tour around the United States as well as Europe to this day. Every year they are the also the closing act for the Essence Music Festival.
The Morning After
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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After the night before
When all of the fun is over
Would you not want me no more
Oh I, I want you in the worst kind of way
I would be lying to you if I said I didn't want you to stay
I've got somebody and you've got somebody too
And what would I think about you
I know you think this is right
But what happens after tonight
Will you be there will you even care
I wannna know this right now
After the morning after, I wanna know, after the night before
What happens when all of the fun is over
Would you not want me no more no more uhh baby uhh baby
I know what you're feeling I've been there before
How will we know what we are doing
And what if we both should want more
I know it looks like it's real
But afterwards how will you feel
Will you feel bad will we both feel sad
I wanna know this right now
After the morning after after the night before
When all of the fun is over
Will you want me anymore
After the morning after after the night before
When all of the fun is over
Will you want me anymore
After the morning after
After the night before
When all of the fun is over
Will you want me anymore
After the morning after
After the morning after
After the morning after
After the morning after
After the morning after
After the morning
Will you want me anymore
After the morning after after the morning
Will you want me anymore
The lyrics of Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly's song "The Morning After" revolve around the topic of a one-night stand or a moment of passion between two people. The singer is hesitant and unsure about what will happen after they spend the night together when the "fun is over". They question whether their partner will lose interest or not want them anymore. Even though they both have somebody else in their lives, they acknowledge the attraction between them and express their desire to stay together. However, they are also conscious of the potential consequences and emotional fallout from such an encounter, wondering if they will feel bad or sad afterward. Ultimately, they want to know the truth about their feelings and the situation right away, instead of waiting until after the morning after.
The lyrics of "The Morning After" shed light on the insecurities and fears around casual hookups and the complexity of human relationships. The song is a poignant reminder that physical intimacy does not always lead to emotional bonding or commitment, and that communication is vital in navigating these situations. The lyrics showcase a vulnerability and honesty that is relatable to many people who have gone through similar situations, making the song a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
After the morning after
Once the intensity of our passion has faded
After the night before
Once we've been intimate and shared this experience
When all of the fun is over
After the thrill of the moment has passed
Would you not want me no more
Will you lose interest in me once the excitement has faded
Oh I, I want you in the worst kind of way
I have an intense desire for you
I would be lying to you if I said I didn't want you to stay
I'm being truthful when I express my desire for you to continue being with me
I've got somebody and you've got somebody too
We are both in relationships with other people
What would they think think about us
Our partners may disapprove of our actions
And what would I think about you
I may question my own judgment for being unfaithful
I know you think this is right
You may believe that this affair is justified
But what happens after tonight
What will the consequences of our actions be
Will you be there will you even care
Will you still be interested in me after our encounter
I wannna know this right now
I need to know the answer to this question immediately
When all of the fun is over
Once the excitement and novelty of the affair has worn off
Would you not want me no more no more uhh baby uhh baby
Will you lose interest in me and no longer desire me
I know what you're feeling I've been there before
I understand the emotions and temptations that you're experiencing because I've gone through this before
How will we know what we are doing
We need to consider the repercussions of our actions
And what if we both should want more
What will happen if we become even more emotionally attached
I know it looks like it's real
Our chemistry and connection may seem genuine at the time
But afterwards how will you feel
We need to consider the emotional aftermath of our actions
Will you feel bad will we both feel sad
Will we experience regret, guilt and remorse for our actions
I wanna know this right now
It's crucial that we address these concerns before proceeding
Will you want me anymore
Will you still desire me after the initial infatuation has passed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: FRANKIE BEVERLY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Glenda Ann Womack
Love this old school music
@shavonnetaycarpenter7538
I'm 34 years old and I swear to God above I love this generation of music....straight old school.
@joanhood4005
The only man who can sell out 2 concerts without having made a new record in many, many years!! Frankie is the best!!!
@cyxw1234
Smooth Silky Vo🎤🎼🎼
@LuvChild61
Still selling out concerts. I went to one in Los Angeles last year.🎉
@artbrantleyiii9980
And Sade she's in that category as well
@dawan4941
Real music for real people.
@Libragirl22983
I was born in 84 and I love this type of music 🙌🏾🙌🏾
@jahgirlflo643
Born I'm 83 and I love it too
@OIBMMAXX
96 and this is that funk right here!