Terry gained further notoriety as a drummer after working with Frank Zappa (who composed the famous "Black Page" drum solo specifically for Terry). Through the years Terry has worked with multitudes of other well known jazz and progressive musicians. His recording with the Brecker Brothers "Heavy Metal Be-Bop" is a classic. Jeff Beck featured Terry on his "Guitar Shop" album which is an essential for fans of both Beck and Bozzio. Terry's playing has grown increasingly experimental through the years and he has a large collection of solo drum recordings which feature his trademark ostinato drum solos.
Other highly recommended musical recordings of Bozzio include any of his work with The Lonely Bears, Polytown or Bozzio, Levin, Stevens. These recordings are instrumental works that are quite progressive and explore many different musical flavors. Bozzio has frequently cited Igor Stravinsky as a key inspiration for much of his melodic playing style.
An interesting note to students of both the drum kit and Bozzio is that at some point in the early 90's Bozzio ceased using a "ride" cymbal in his extensive cymbal collection. As most drummers know a ride cymbal is a highly "standard" cymbal to have in one's set up and considered essential by drummers of almost all genres. Terry replaced the traditional ride cymbal with a variety of new and highly experimental "white noise" sounds which often involved combinations of china cymbals & crash cymbals "sandwiched" together. A quick look at Terry's kit will instantly reveal the unusual cymbal combinations he utilizes to create these highly unique sounds.
Fans of progressive music as well as drumming virtuosity would be well advised to seek out any of Bozzio's recorded works to witness this highly unique and innovative musician.
Maya
Terry Bozzio Lyrics
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Time just slips away
When I'm tired and weary
Your smile just brightens up my day
When I look at you
You just feels so wonderful
And the rest of the world just fades away
When I look at you
And my heart just melts away
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero sara sansar
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula
Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara
Maya mero maya
Maya mero maya
When I hold you in my arms
Time just slips away
When I'm tired and weary
Your smile just brightens up my day
When I look at you
You just feels so wonderful
And the rest of the world just fades away
When I look at you
You just feels so wonderful
And my heart just melts away
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero sara sansar
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula
Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara
Maya mero maya
Maya mero maya
May your heart be filled with
love and compassion
in every turning of your life
May you find the wisdom
to know the right from wrong
in every step of your life
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero sara sansar
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula
Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara
Maya mero maya
Maya mero maya
May your heart be filled with
love and compassion
in every turning of your life
May you find the wisdom
to know the right from wrong
in every step of your life
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero sara sansar
Maya mero maya
Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula
Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara
Maya mero maya
Maya mero maya
Maya mero maya
The lyrics to Terry Bozzio's "Maya" is a love song expressing the intimacy between two people. The singer's love for their partner is evident through the words 'When I hold you in my arms, time just slips away.' The singer goes on to describe the incredible feeling they get when they look at their partner; 'the rest of the world just fades away and my heart just melts away.' 'Maya mero maya, Timi nai hau mero sara sansar, Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula, Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara' translates to 'You are my love, my whole world, the flower of my heart, my moon and my star.' The repeated usage of 'Maya mero maya' is the chorus acting as a way to reinforce the feelings and message of the song.
The song conveys a wish for the partner's life to be filled with love, compassion, and wisdom. The second verse expresses the singer's desire for their partner to find their way in life, making the right decisions by trusting their instincts and having insight: 'May you find the wisdom to know the right from wrong in every step of your life.' These words signify a deep, loving bond between the two characters to the point that the singer's lover has become the heart of everything in their life.
Overall, the song portrays a deep connection between two individuals who have a profound love and respect for each other. It is celebratory and uplifting, with the message telling listeners to cherish their relationships and embrace love in all its forms.
Line by Line Meaning
When I hold you in my arms
The feeling of time passing is lost when we are together
Time just slips away
Fleetingness is felt when we are together
When I'm tired and weary
Exhaustion is lost when I see your smile
Your smile just brightens up my day
Your smile brings light to my day
When I look at you
When I gaze at you
You just feels so wonderful
You instill a sense of wonder in me
And the rest of the world just fades away
The world around us disappears when we are lost in each other's eyes.
And my heart just melts away
You melt my heart with your presence
Maya mero maya
My love, my love
Timi nai hau mero sara sansar
You are my entire world
Timi nai hau mero mutu ko fula
You are the flower in my heart
Timi nai hau mero juna ra tara
You are my youth and my star
May your heart be filled with love and compassion
May your heart be full of kindness and empathy
in every turning of your life
In every phase of your life
May you find the wisdom
May you gain understanding and knowledge
to know the right from wrong
To discern between good and bad
in every step of your life
In every single decision in your life
Contributed by Gavin E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.