Maybe
The Shangri-Las
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Maybe Oh if I could pray and I try, dear You might come back home, home to me Maybe Whoa, if I could ever hold your little hand Oh you might understand Maybe, maybe, maybe, maybe, yeah Maybe, maybe, maybe, maybe, maybe dear I guess I might have done something wrong Honey I'd be glad to admit it Oh, come on home to me! Honey maybe, maybe, maybe, maybe yeah Well I know that it just doesn't ever seem to matter, baby Oh honey, when I go out or what I'm trying to do Can't you see I'm still left here And I'm holding on in needing you Please, please, please, please Oh won't you reconsider babe Now come on, I said come back Won't you come back to me! Maybe dear, oh maybe, maybe, maybe Let me help you show me how Honey, maybe, maybe, maybe, maybe Maybe, maybe, maybe, yeah Maybe, maybe, maybe, yeah Ooh!
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Written by: RICHARD BARRETT
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3 facts about this song
Janis Joplin's "MaybeThis song is a part of the album named "I Got Dem Ol' Kozmic Blues Again Mama!" that was released in 1969.
- "Maybe" showcases Joplin’s powerful bluesy voice which became an integral part of the ’60s counterculture.
- It is assumed that the song is influenced by personal experiences from her own love life because Joplin was known for writing and singing about her real life, often troubled, relationships.
- Although Janis Joplin had a tragically short career, her distinctive voice and emotive performances ensured her place as one of the most celebrated music icons in history.
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The Shangri-Las' "Maybe"Maybe” is one of The Shangri-Las’ least known songs and was a departure from their typical dramatic teen heartbreak anthems.
- It was released as part of their 1964 album "Leader of the Pack".
- The song is a doo-wop ballad, a genre prevalent in the ‘50s and ’60s which features vocal harmonies and sentimental lyrics.
- The Shangri-Las were often known for their rebellious image, making this slow, vulnerable track quite distinct in their discography.
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The Three Degrees' "MaybeThe track was included in their eponymous album released in 1973 which was produced by Philadelphia music makers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.
- The Three Degrees' version of "Maybe" is a soulful rendition characterized by the tight harmonies and polished production that was typical of the Philadelphia soul scene.
- This song helped the band to establish themselves as a consistent chart presence in the 1970s.
- The Three Degrees were particularly known for their coordinated stage outfits and choreography which added an additional layer of spectacle to their performances.
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