Matrimony: Maybe You
Maxwell
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Maybe you might be more than Just a one night lady Maybe you might be matrimony Trying to save me Maybe you may be the lady, lady love I'm prayin', dreamin', livin' and thinking of Maybe you might be more than Just a one night lady Maybe you might be matrimony Trying to save me Teach me 'bout me Tell me what you thought I thought, you thought, I thought Use me, drain me Of all the things you want You know girl can't be bought Maybe you might be more than Just a one night lady Maybe you might be matrimony Trying to save me Maybe you might be Sweet matrimony A one-derful in-two a family Maybe you might be more than Just a one night lady Maybe you might be matrimony Trying to save me
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Written by: MAXWELL MENARD, Musze
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15 facts about this song
Song Genre"Matrimony: Maybe You" is categorized under the genre of Neo-Soul and Contemporary R&B.
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Release DateReleased on April 18, 2001, it is one of the songs from the "Now" album by Maxwell, his third studio album.
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Song ContentThe song "Matrimony: Maybe You" speaks about the singer's vulnerability and trepidation regarding the commitment of a proposed marriage.
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Song DurationThe duration of the track is approximately 4 minutes and 36 seconds.
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Song ProductionThis song was produced by Maxwell and Hod David.
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Album Success"Now", the album which "Matrimony: Maybe You" belongs to, topped the Billboard 200 chart. This album was also certified Platinum by the RIAA.
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Personal CommemorationMaxwell described on his Twitter in 2016 that the song was written for his godmother who married her husband after 26 years of being together.
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Critic ReceptionCritics appreciate it for its poetic lyrics, Maxwell's soulful vocal performance, and its production.
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Award NominationThough the song itself did not receive any awards, the album "Now" was nominated for a Grammy in 2002 in the Best R&B Album category.
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Live Performances"Matrimony: Maybe You" is well known for its live performances, for which Maxwell is famous because of his dynamic set designs and soulful renditions.
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Singer's EvolutionAccording to critics and fans, this song marks a shift in Maxwell's career, moving from a primarily love-centered narrative to explorations of more complex and deeper emotional experiences.
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CollaborationsHod David, the co-producer of the song, has been part of several other Maxwell landmark projects including the album "BLACKsummers'night".
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Popular ReceptionFans of the singer appreciate the song for its raw and genuine expression of love and fear and it continues to enjoy airplay on several R&B/Soul radio stations.
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InspirationDespite being known for keeping his personal life private, Maxwell cited real-life relationships and feelings as inspiration for this song.
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Signature StyleThe song carries Maxwell's signature falsetto singing style, which continues to be loved and appreciated by fans globally.
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