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.
Travelin' Man
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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Your the one I'm thinking of
And it seems to be pretty plain to see
You should never doubt my love
I'm a travelin man do the best I can
Girl I've got a lot do
No matter what that say I'll make things ok
All my love belongs to you
Feel so good your love your love
Feel so good your love your love
If you start to fade I'll come to your aide
What you do for me is fine
Right or wrong I'm here
You don't have to fear
I know that your mine all mine
I'm a travelin man do the best I can
Ooh I've got a lot to do
No matter what that say I'll make things ok
All my love belongs to you
Feel so good your love your love
Feel so good your love your love
The lyrics to Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly's song Travelin' Man are a declaration of love and commitment to a significant other. The singer is assuring his partner that she is always on his mind and he will always do his best to take care of her, despite his busy schedule as a traveling man. He tells her that she should never doubt his love, assuring her that she is the one for him. The chorus repeats the notion that her love feels good and that it belongs to him, further emphasizing the strength of their connection.
The second verse continues with the singer affirming his devotion to his partner, promising to come to her aid if she starts to fade. He appreciates everything she does for him and wants her to know that she doesn't have to fear because she is his. He reiterates his busy lifestyle as a traveling man, but still promises to make things okay for her. The chorus then repeats to drive home the message of the power of their love.
Overall, the lyrics of Travelin' Man are a testament to the strength of love and commitment. The singer acknowledges the challenges that come with his life as a traveling man but reassures his partner that she is the one for him and he will always do his best to take care of her.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything I do I do some for you
I do everything for you.
Your the one I'm thinking of
I'm thinking of you always.
And it seems to be pretty plain to see
It's obvious to everyone.
You should never doubt my love
Don't ever doubt my love for you.
I'm a travelin man do the best I can
I'm traveling for work and doing my best.
Girl I've got a lot do
I have a lot of things to do.
No matter what that say I'll make things ok
I'll make things okay no matter what others say.
All my love belongs to you
I love you more than anyone else.
Feel so good your love your love
Your love feels so good.
If you start to fade I'll come to your aide
I'll help you when you're down.
What you do for me is fine
I'm happy with what you do for me.
Right or wrong I'm here
I'm here for you, no matter what.
You don't have to fear
You don't have to be afraid.
I know that your mine all mine
I know that you are mine and only mine.
Ooh I've got a lot to do
I still have a lot of work to do.
Feel so good your love your love
Your love feels so good.
Contributed by Amelia C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Beverly Sneed
Being married to a truck driver this song always kept us connected. I love Frankie Beverly and Maze!!!
southern belle
I lived with a truck driver for yrs that's why I love this song also
Frankie Kay Lowe
Beverly Sneed: Indeed, sister!!!!! Track so good, it keep people together
who pear knows
I love the mastering on this song when hearing it off the original vinyl press. I DID (past tense) own this when I lived overseas. Damn miss it, & regret letting go! Choice Tune!!!
goldyntuch
Timeless...2018 and still amazing...
Thanks yall..
Queen_Of_Domination
There ain’t a Maze song that I cannot fuck with. I am from NYC, but spent summers in North Philly, eventually moving there to go to high school. One thing that I can say about North Philly (and Philly in general) is their MUSIC...and Frankie was from North Philly.
This song reminds me of hanging outside with my family in North Philly (up “Susquehanna,” “Nicetown,” “Lehigh,” “Cumberland,” and “Dauphin.”). When WDAS would blast Maze music, people knew how to jam and I had a good time. That’s why Philly is my adopted hometown, as I was embraced better here.
Thanks for the videos, as it brought back memories.
act1099
Blessed to have witnessed this musical genius.. NOLA stand up
TheBigbloom
I'm jealous
Mike Davis
Maze bring that funk and soul!I seen them live at the Funk Fest in Mobile Al back in 2004!
goldyntuch
God's Gift to US!