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)
The End of the Line
The Mavericks Lyrics
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Like the holy ghost I haven't found
The mighty words you speak
They bounce off the strong but
Are heard by the weak
Their pennies just keep on coming in
Their spirits are still soaking in their sins
[Chorus]
See what you can find at
The end of the line
There's no end in time at
The end of the line
There's no peace of mind
At the end of the line
The time has finally come
To relinquish the throne
That doesn't belong
For only you can tell if the
Pardon will come or will you
Burn in hell
You tried to recover dirty Stones
From love filthy games played on the road
Now it is you who stands alone
[Chorus: x2]
Their pennies just keep on coming in
The spirits still soaking in his sins
Some say they're even born again
[Chorus]
The Mavericks's song The End Of The Line seems to be a contemplative piece about morality, redemption, and the inevitable end that awaits us all. The lyrics seem to criticize those who claim to be above others, who speak of righteousness but aren't necessarily righteous themselves. The singer is aware of their mistakes and faults, and wonders whether they will ultimately be saved or damned. The lyrics about dirty stones and filthy love games refer to the singer's past mistakes, and the loneliness they feel now that they are alone in their introspection. The chorus seems to suggest that there is no true peace of mind at the end of the line, presumably the end of one's life.
This song seems to highlight the theme of introspection and questioning one's beliefs, ultimately coming to terms with one's mortality. The singer realizes that in the end, it is only they who can determine whether they will receive forgiveness or punishment. The metaphor of the end of the line is used to describe the end of one's journey in life, where there is no clear answer on what lies beyond.
Line by Line Meaning
You walk on higher ground
You act like you're better than everyone else
Like the holy ghost I haven't found
You are mysterious and difficult to understand
The mighty words you speak
You speak with confidence and authority
They bounce off the strong but
Your words don't affect those who are strong-willed
Are heard by the weak
Your words have an impact on those who are vulnerable
Their pennies just keep on coming in
People keep giving money even though they are sinning
Their spirits are still soaking in their sins
They are not repenting for their mistakes
Some say they're even born again
Despite their sins, they claim to have been redeemed
See what you can find at
Discover what awaits at
The end of the line
The ultimate destination
There's no end in time at
Time goes on indefinitely at
The end of the line
The ultimate destination
There's no peace of mind
There is no serenity
At the end of the line
At the ultimate destination
The time has finally come
The moment of truth has arrived
To relinquish the throne
To give up power and control
That doesn't belong
That was never rightfully theirs
For only you can tell if the
Ultimately, only you will know if
Pardon will come or will you
Forgiveness will be granted or if you
Burn in hell
Suffer eternal damnation
You tried to recover dirty Stones
You attempted to redeem something that is inherently flawed
From love filthy games played on the road
From deceitful and manipulative romantic relationships that happened while traveling
Now it is you who stands alone
You are now isolated
Their pennies just keep on coming in
People still give money even though they are sinning
The spirits still soaking in his sins
They are still not repenting for their mistakes
Some say they're even born again
Despite their sins, they claim to have been redeemed
See what you can find at
Discover what awaits at
The end of the line
The ultimate destination
There's no end in time at
Time goes on indefinitely at
The end of the line
The ultimate destination
There's no peace of mind
There is no serenity
At the end of the line
At the ultimate destination
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RAUL MALO
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