The Mavericks won Vocal Group of the Year at the Country Music Awards in 1995 and 1996. They won a Grammy Award in 1996 for Best Country Performance by Duo/Group with Vocals. Their version of "Blue Moon" was featured in Tom Hanks' 1995 motion picture "Apollo 13".
Members
* Raul Malo - vocals
* Robert Reynolds - bass
* Paul Deakin - drums
* Eddie Perez - guitar
Former members
* David Lee Holt - guitar (1991 - 1994)
* Nick Kane - guitar (1994 - 2003)
I Should Have Been True
The Mavericks Lyrics
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I was your man
I know that I was wrong to lie
If I could go back in time
Back when you were mine
I could hold you tight
And be with you
I should have been true
I should have been blue
I shouldn't wonder why you're gone
I should have known that I was wrong
Your eyes your lips
Your touch I'll miss
The nights are long
Since you've been gone
If I could go back in time
Back when you were mine
I could hold you tight
And be with you
I should have been true
I should have been blue
I shouldn't wonder why you're gone
I should have known that I was wrong
If I could go back in time
Back when you were mine
I could hold you tight
And be with you
I should have been true
I should have been blue
I shouldn't wonder why you're gone
I should have known that I was wrong
I should have been true
I should have been blue
I shouldn't wonder why you're gone
I should have known that I was wrong
The Mavericks' song "I Should Have Been True" is a classic tale of regret and hindsight. The singer laments the end of a relationship and recognizes that his own dishonesty played a role in it. He acknowledges that he should have been true to his partner and not lied. He remembers the intimacy of the relationship with nostalgia, missing his ex-partner's eyes, lips, and touch. The singer longs to go back in time and correct his mistakes, wishing he could hold his former lover tight once more. He recognizes that he was wrong and that the end of the relationship was his doing.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who has lost the love of his life, realizing only too late that he let her slip away. He wishes he could go back and change the past, but knows that's impossible. The song is a reminder of the importance of honesty and communication in relationships, and how lying can lead to devastating consequences. It's a poignant and emotional tale that strikes a chord with anyone who has experienced heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
You held my hand
You showed me love and affection
I was your man
I was the one who had your heart
I know that I was wrong to lie
I understand that I made a mistake by being dishonest
If I could go back in time
If time travel was possible
Back when you were mine
To a time when we were together
I could hold you tight
I would hold you close and cherish you
And be with you
I want to be by your side
I should have been true
I acknowledge that I should have been faithful and honest
I should have been blue
I should have felt regretful for my actions
I shouldn't wonder why you're gone
I shouldn't be confused about why you left me
I should have known that I was wrong
I should have realized that my behavior was not acceptable
Your eyes your lips
I miss your beautiful eyes and your sweet lips
Your touch I'll miss
I miss the physical connection we used to have
The nights are long
The nights feel longer and lonelier without you
Since you've been gone
Since you left me
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RAUL MALO, STAN LYNCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
rpetrics
No one can describe the pain, hurt & sorrow when a spouse leaves for someone else unless they have been through it themselves. Remember this, no one stays young forever and as time goes by they will regret what they have done, and then it is too late. Time is a great healer.
Janet House
I am so in love with this song. And always will be. thanks Mavericks.
Barry Price
It's amazing! It really is. Great taste you have!
Tammy Neilson
This is my favorite Mavericks song
Lynn Felt
It is such a shame that these boys did not go farther than they did. They have such beautiful voices that just turn music into magic. They touch my soul with every song they sing. Keep the great work Guys. I love your music!!!!! :)
Donna Wade
This is my favorite Maverick song. What a fantastic voice
Allan Mika
I have listened to a million songs in my life and rarely do you find one where the tempo, words and singer fuse together so completely. "I Should Have Been True" is forever etched in my mind. Raul's voice just magnifies the deep pain and regret of a lost love. If all the music in the world were destroyed and I had just this song, I would be happy and content.
54skate
He has another song that does the very same . It's called "Born to be Blue
John Bruno
Allan Mika you are 100% correct. This guy and band are incredible. And bigger than ever in 2018.
Bennie Sweat
Allan Mika You don't have to be without the most beautiful music on earth. The Mavricks are better than ever now. I just saw them in Fla.in concert, in 2018.