His music reflects his interest and love for a variety of music including Latin music, country, blues, jazz and vintage rock and roll.
He started playing bass guitar while in high school and was a member of a small band playing the high school dance circuit. That band was known alternately as The Boys, The Tom Boys, and The Basics with Malo sharing vocal duties with guitarist, Tommy Anthony. In 1990, he became the vocalist for the four-man band, The Mavericks, for whom he penned most of the songs. In the vein of his singing idol Roy Orbison, Malo's soaring tenor voice helped the band create a unique blend of traditional Country music and 1950's Rock 'n' Roll. Evolving to an eclectic blend of Latin rhythms, classic country, jazz, pop and western swing, the Mavericks became one of the top American bands of the 1990s. They were voted by the Academy of Country Music, "Top Vocal Group and "Top New Vocal Group" in 1994. They were voted "Vocal Group of the Year" by the Country Music Association in 1995. On the same year, they won a Grammy for "Best Country Performance by a Group or Duo" for the song "Here Comes the Rain" from the album "Music For All Occasions".In 1996, they won again "Vocal Group of the Year" by the Country Music Association. . And on the same year, in London, England, they were awarded " Best Live Performance By a Group", " Best Vocal Performance by an Artist"," Best Vocal Group of the Year" and " Best International Touring Artist of the Year" by CMA- Europe. In Ireland, 1996, they won " Best Group of the Year" by the Irish Country Music Association.
Husbands And Wives
Raul Malo Lyrics
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Where nobody lives
Two people each having so much pride inside
Neither side forgives
The angry words spoken in haste
Such a waste of two lives
It's my belief pride's the chief cause in the decline
A woman and a man
A man and a woman
Some can, some can't and some can't
Two broken hearts lonely looking like houses
Where nobody lives
Two people each having so much pride inside
Neither side forgives
The angry words spoken in haste
Is such a waste of two lives
It's my belief pride's the chief cause in the decline
In the number of husbands and wives
It's my belief pride's the chief cause in the decline
In the number of husbands and wives
Husbands and wives
Husbands and wives
In Raul Malo's song "Husbands and Wives," the singer paints a picture of two people who are deeply hurt and broken. He describes them as two houses with broken hearts - a metaphor for the emptiness and loneliness they feel. The song speaks to the idea that sometimes pride can be the biggest enemy in a relationship, preventing either side from extending forgiveness and leading to angry words spoken in haste that can irreparably damage a relationship. The refrain repeats the phrase "Husbands and wives" as a simple yet powerful reminder of the bond and commitment that comes with marriage, and the importance of working to maintain that bond.
The song is a poignant commentary on relationships and the struggles that come with them. It speaks to the universal experience of heartbreak and the deep emotional pain that can stem from damaged relationships. Malo's lyrics are concise and powerful, conveying a great deal of emotion and meaning in just a few short stanzas. The song also captures a sense of longing and regret, as the singer reflects on what might have been if pride hadn't gotten in the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Two broken hearts lonely looking like houses
Both parties of a failed marriage are devastated and lost, feeling like empty shells.
Where nobody lives
The home they shared is now a physical representation of their emotional emptiness.
Two people each having so much pride inside
Both the husband and wife have overwhelming pride which stops them from being able to resolve their conflicts.
Neither side forgives
Neither spouse can let go of their hurt, leading to a standstill where forgiveness seems impossible.
The angry words spoken in haste
Hurtful things were said in the heat of the moment which caused further damage to their relationship.
Such a waste of two lives
This constant fighting and lack of resolution is harmful and unproductive for both individuals.
It's my belief pride's the chief cause in the decline
Raul Malo believes that the root of the issue in the decline of marriages is pride and the inability to compromise.
In the number of husbands and wives
The rising divorce rates and failed marriages show that this is a widespread issue affecting many couples.
A woman and a man
This line highlights the simplicity of what a marriage is - just two people attempting to navigate life together.
A man and a woman
Reiterating that a marriage is just a union between two individuals of different genders.
Some can, some can't and some can't
Not everyone is able to make a marriage work, regardless of their love for each other.
Husbands and wives
The repeated chorus serves as a reminder of the main focus of the song and its message about the struggles faced within marriages.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROGER MILLER
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