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.
You're Not The Same
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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And givin you my heart wouldn't be tough
Although your intention could be very good
Got to see what's going on and do what I should
It's not for spite but I gotta leave
I'm not you're type and
You're not the girl that I thought you would be
You're not the same
You're not the one that I thought was for me
You're not the same I want to know
Use to think about you baby all of the time
Silly thing about that I thought you were mine
Maybe I was wrong but I did not know
That you were slowly changin and I'd have to go
It's not to bad I know what's going on
I'm not to sad cause
You're not the same
You're not the girl that I thought you would be
You're not the same
You're not the one that I thought was for me
You're not the same
You put your heart and soul in someone
They turn and they do you wrong
Then you learn that nothin last forever
You keep right on rollin along
Why in the world did you have to change things
And ruin our love affair
You're not the same
You're not the same
You're not the same
You're not the same
The song "You're Not The Same" by Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly is about a relationship that's falling apart because one partner is changing over time, and the other person is realizing that they are not the same person they fell in love with. The lyrics talk about how the singer knows that their partner really likes them, but that's not enough to sustain the relationship. They also acknowledge that their partner's intentions may be good, but they need to see what's really happening and do what's best for themselves. The chorus repeats the phrase "You're not the same" several times, emphasizing the fact that the relationship is changing, and the person they fell in love with is not who they thought they were. The lyrics suggest that the singer needs to move on and find someone who is more compatible with who they are.
The song also touches on the theme of learning from your past experiences and keeping a positive attitude, even when things don't work out. The lyrics talk about how investing your heart and soul in someone can lead to disappointment, but you have to keep moving forward and not let the pain of the past hold you back. The repeated lines "Why in the world did you have to change things? And ruin our love affair" express the pain and confusion that come with a relationship that's falling apart, but the singer is still able to acknowledge that they need to move on and find someone who is a better fit for them.
Overall, "You're Not The Same" is a thoughtful and introspective song about the changing nature of relationships and the need to keep moving forward, even when things don't work out the way we hoped.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you really like me but that's not enough
Your affection towards me is appreciated, but it cannot be the sole foundation of our relationship.
And givin you my heart wouldn't be tough
Although I am willing to open my heart to you, the decision cannot be based solely on our mutual attraction.
Although your intention could be very good
While I acknowledge that you may have good intentions, it is important for me to consider what is truly best for me.
Got to see what's going on and do what I should
It is imperative that I am aware of the current state of our relationship and take appropriate action.
It's not for spite but I gotta leave
My decision to end our relationship is not motivated by revenge or malice.
I'm not you're type and
I understand that we have different needs and desires in a partner.
You're not the same
You have changed from the person I fell in love with.
You're not the girl that I thought you would be
You have become someone different from the person I envisioned spending my life with.
You're not the one that I thought was for me
You are no longer the person I believed was my soulmate.
I want to know
I wish to understand why you have changed and caused our relationship to end.
Use to think about you baby all of the time
You were constantly on my mind and I believed we had a strong connection.
Silly thing about that I thought you were mine
I mistakenly believed that we were meant to be together.
Maybe I was wrong but I did not know
Perhaps I misjudged our compatibility, but I was not aware of any issues until recently.
That you were slowly changin and I'd have to go
I have realized that you were gradually changing and our relationship was no longer viable.
It's not to bad I know what's going on
Although the situation is not ideal, I am aware of the current state of our relationship.
I'm not to sad cause
My emotional state is not overwhelmingly negative because
You put your heart and soul in someone
When you invest so much of yourself in another person
They turn and they do you wrong
It is heartbreaking when they betray your trust and hurt you.
Then you learn that nothin last forever
This experience has taught me that all good things eventually come to an end.
You keep right on rollin along
Despite the pain of heartbreak, life goes on and we must continue forward.
Why in the world did you have to change things
I am struggling to understand the reason why you changed and caused our break-up.
And ruin our love affair
Your actions have caused irreparable damage to our relationship and our love is no longer salvageable.
Contributed by Caroline T. 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