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.
Woman Is A Wonder
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
She is true truly special indeed
She's a lover she's a friend she'll be with you thick and thin
She can be anything you need
A women is a wonder a women is a wonder
A women is a wonder of the world
She is strong she can be so good to you
Give you children raise them too there ain't nothing she can't do
And you know what I say is true
A women is a wonder a women is a wonder
A women is a wonder of the world
Who's the one who stands beside you
Through the sunshine and the rain
Who's the one who gives you lovin
She knows how to ease your pain
A women is a wonder a women is a wonder
A women is a wonder of the world
A women is a wonder a women is a wonder
A women is a wonder of the world
The lyrics of Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly's song Woman Is A Wonder celebrate the incredible qualities and abilities of women. The first verse describes a woman who is a constant presence in the singer's life and brings comfort and support. She is described as "truly special" and capable of filling any role the singer needs, be it lover or friend. The chorus repeats the message that a woman is a wonder of the world, emphasizing her worth and highlighting that she is something to be admired and valued.
The second verse compares a woman to the Great Wall of China, an iconic symbol of strength and resilience. The singer acknowledges that a woman can also be a rock, someone who is steadfast and reliable. The lyrics go on to describe the many roles a woman can take on, including giving birth and raising children. The singer emphasizes that there is nothing a woman cannot do and that his praise of women is not an overstatement.
Overall, the song's message is a celebration of the power, strength, and value of women. It emphasizes the way women support and uplift those around them, and highlights the incredible abilities that women possess.
Line by Line Meaning
She'll be there all the time she's a comfort to your mind
She is always present and brings peace to your thoughts
She is true truly special indeed
She is authentic and truly remarkable
She's a lover she's a friend she'll be with you thick and thin
She is both a romantic partner and a loyal companion who will stick with you through anything
She can be anything you need
She is versatile and adaptable to meet all your needs
Like the great china wall she's a rock that never falls
She is solid and unbreakable like the Great Wall of China
She is strong she can be so good to you
She possesses strength and has the ability to do good for you
Give you children raise them too there ain't nothing she can't do
She is capable of giving birth to and raising children, and there is nothing she cannot accomplish
And you know what I say is true
The singer is emphasizing the truth of what he is saying about a woman's capabilities and strengths
Who's the one who stands beside you
The singer is asking who is the person that is always by your side
Through the sunshine and the rain
This person is there for you in good times and bad
Who's the one who gives you lovin
The person provides love and affection
She knows how to ease your pain
The person has the ability to comfort and relieve you of your pain
Contributed by David D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Glenda Ann Womack
on The Look In Your Eyes
I love Frankie Beverly has music i can relate to over and over again
Glenda Ann Womack
on The Morning After
Love this old school music