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.
While I'm Alone
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo Doo..Doo Doo..Doo
Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo
Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo Doo..Doo Doo..Doo
Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo
Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo Baby, Don't You, Want Me, Love You,
Baby Baby Baby Baby Babe
Lah Dah Dah Dah Dah..Dah
Lah Dah Dah Dah Dah
I Guess The Weekend's Over Now, And You'll Have To Make Your
Way (Have To Make Your Way)
We Had A Ball Of Dynomite, Right From The First Day (From The
First Day)
You Tell Me That You'll Call Me Just As Soon As You Get Home
To Pacify My Heart While I'm Alone
I Don't Like Bein' Alone
The Things We Did This Time My Love, We've Never Done Before
(Never Done Before)
You've Made Some Changes In My Head, I Don't Feel The Same
No More (Feel The Same No More)
Tell Me It's Not Make Believe, This Feeling That You've Shown
To Comfort Me My Love While I'm Alone
I Don't Like Bein' Alone
Doo Doo Doo
Doo Doo
Doo Doo Doo
Doo Doo
Doo Doo Doo
Doo Doo
Doo Doo Doo
Doo Doo
Just Think The Times You Left Before, And Me Burnin' Up Inside
(Burnin' Up Inside)
Somethin' I Can't See No More, Not From My Foolish Pride (From
My Foolish Pride)
Please Be With Me Honey, All The Times When You're Not Home
To Pacify My Heart While I'm Alone
I Don't Like Bein' Alone
Hey Hey I Don't Like It
Bein' Alone
I Can't Stand It
Bein' Alone
Aw Baby
Aw Baby Babe Baby
Hey-E-Ay-E-Ay-E-Ay-E-Ay-E-Ay-E-Hey..Lah..Lah
Doo Doo Doo
Doo Doo
Alright Now, Baby
Ooh, I Miss You, Baby
All The Time, You Know I Don't Like Bein' All Alone, Baby
Oohhhhh
Baby Baby...
The song "While I'm Alone" is a classic R&B track that speaks of the fear and discomfort of being alone. The lyrics suggest a conversation between two lovers who have just spent time together but are now separated. The singer is afraid that the other person will not call, and they will be left alone. The song is an emotional plea for reassurance that the person who has left will return and be with them again.
The repeated "Doo doo doos" in the song create a sense of urgency and emphasis on the singer's need for companionship. The verses speak of the change that the other person has brought about in the singer's life and the fear of losing that feeling. The chorus reflects the singer's desperation and loneliness, and the bridge emphasizes the pain of previous separations due to "foolish pride."
Overall, the song speaks of the common human need for love and the pain that comes from being separated from someone you care about deeply. The lyrics and melody evoke a sense of longing and the desire to be with someone else, which is a universal feeling that many people can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo
The instrumental has started and sets the mood for the song.
I Guess The Weekend's Over Now, And You'll Have To Make Your Way (Have To Make Your Way)
The weekend is over, and it's time to go back to our regular lives.
We Had A Ball Of Dynomite, Right From The First Day (From The First Day)
The time spent together was very enjoyable, starting from the first day.
You Tell Me That You'll Call Me Just As Soon As You Get Home / To Pacify My Heart While I'm Alone
To ease my mind while I'm alone, you'll call me once you get home.
I Don't Like Bein' Alone
Being alone is not something that I enjoy.
The Things We Did This Time My Love, We've Never Done Before (Never Done Before)
Our experiences together this time were unique and never done before.
You've Made Some Changes In My Head, I Don't Feel The Same No More (Feel The Same No More)
You've caused me to see things differently, and I don't feel the same way anymore.
Tell Me It's Not Make Believe, This Feeling That You've Shown / To Comfort Me My Love While I'm Alone
Reassure me that the feelings you've shown me are not fake, and they provide me comfort when I'm alone.
Just Think The Times You Left Before, And Me Burnin' Up Inside (Burnin' Up Inside)
Think about the times you left before, and how I was struggling inside.
Somethin' I Can't See No More, Not From My Foolish Pride (From My Foolish Pride)
I can't let my foolish pride keep me from seeing what's real anymore.
Please Be With Me Honey, All The Times When You're Not Home / To Pacify My Heart While I'm Alone
To provide me comfort when you're not around, be with me even if it's just through a phone call.
Hey Hey I Don't Like It / Bein' Alone / I Can't Stand It / Bein' Alone
I really despise being alone and cannot tolerate it.
Aw Baby / Aw Baby Babe Baby
Expressing affection towards a loved one.
Contributed by Brody G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@franciswise1183
This is one of their most underrated songs in my opinion!!!!!
@danablake9349
This was their first release, 1977, went to #21 on r&b charts,#89 on pop!!
@agnesandrews8233
@Dana Blake mom
@laruejones6250
Yes indeed
@SONJASAVEDBYGRACE
I agree
@clarajernigan42
And that’s real ❤️❤️❤️
@lindam2682
This song will never get old. Never. Love Maze.
@linfh8431
NEVER!!!
@janiferclay6163
Song is mind blowing love this 😀
@stacia6714
If ur not feeling this, ur not alive. Period.❤️💜💪🏾