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.
Ready for My Lovin'
Raul Malo Lyrics
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That brings a grown man to his knees
A love that tastes as sweet as honey
Let me have some, won't you please?
Say the word and I'll come runnin'
On the straight and true
Are you ready for my lovin'
If by chance we stay together
You and I can have it all
But I'm afraid you'll find another
Before we've had a chance to fall
You've already got me dreamin'
Of all that we would do
Are you ready for my lovin'
Like I'm ready for you?
I wanna know if you're ready for love this strong
Someone who knows you
On cold nights will hold you
And never ever leave you all alone
You're my million dollar baby
You're the smile that lights the room
You're the fire that burns inside me
Oh, you're the one that hung the moon
You say the word and I'll come runnin'
On the straight and true
Are you ready for my lovin'
Like I'm ready for you? Like I'm ready for you
Like I'm ready for you, like I'm ready for you
The lyrics to Raul Malo's song "Ready for My Lovin'" tell the story of a man who is deeply in love with a woman and is willing to do anything to be with her. The lyrics use metaphors to describe the intense love the man feels for the woman, comparing it to honey and a million-dollar baby. The man is ready to show his love and devotion to the woman by being there for her whenever she needs him.
The first stanza of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics, emphasizing the strong love the man feels for the woman. He describes her love as something that can bring a grown man to his knees, and he is begging her to let him have some. The second stanza is a plea to the woman to reciprocate the man's feelings. He assures her that if she says the word, he will come running to her.
The third stanza is a reflection on the future. The man hopes that he and the woman can have it all if they stay together, but he is also afraid she will leave him for someone else. He is already dreaming of all the things they would do together if they were together. The chorus of the song repeats the man's desire for the woman to be ready for his love, just as he is ready for hers. The final stanza repeats the man's love for the woman and his willingness to do anything for her.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a love about you, baby
You carry yourself with such affection that it captures my heart.
That brings a grown man to his knees
Your charm and passion are so powerful that it stuns me.
A love that tastes as sweet as honey
The emotions you convey are as delightful as the taste of honey.
Let me have some, won't you please?
Allow me to experience the love and beauty you possess.
Say the word and I'll come runnin'
Give me the chance to demonstrate my devotion and love for you.
On the straight and true
My commitments to you are genuine and steadfast.
Are you ready for my lovin'
Are you prepared to reciprocate the feelings of passion and love?
Like I'm ready for you?
As passionate as I am, are you willing to match my level of affection?
If by chance we stay together
If we should continue to be together as a couple.
You and I can have it all
We can have a fulfilling and joyous relationship.
But I'm afraid you'll find another
However, I fear that you may pursue another love interest.
Before we've had a chance to fall
Before we had a chance to truly establish our connection.
You've already got me dreamin'
Already, you have captured my heart and imagination.
Of all that we would do
Thinking about all the opportunities we would share together.
I wanna know if you're ready for love this strong
I am curious to see whether you are prepared to accept such a powerful and genuine love.
Someone who knows you
Someone who is familiar with your personality and character.
On cold nights will hold you
Someone who will comfort and embrace you on chilly evenings.
And never ever leave you all alone
Someone who will always be there for you and never abandon you.
You're my million dollar baby
You are incredibly valuable and significant to me.
You're the smile that lights the room
You radiate a warmth and light that brightens my day.
You're the fire that burns inside me
You ignite a passion and intensity within me.
Oh, you're the one that hung the moon
You are divine and awe-inspiring to me.
Like I'm ready for you?
Can you reciprocate the depth of love I feel for you?
Like I'm ready for you, like I'm ready for you
As much as I am prepared for a relationship, are you?
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: RAUL MALO, WALLY WILSON
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