Story Behind The Song
This song was written, performed and recorded in the style of 1960's MOTOWN hits.
Song Description
Girl tells Boy that she may be willing to "take him back..." but he better learn to appreciate her and also "tow the line".
| Song Length |
3:37 |
Genre |
Pop - General, R & B - General |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Engaging, Nervous |
Subject |
Making Up, Suspicion |
| Similar Artists |
Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross & The Supremes |
Language |
English |
| Era |
1960 - 1969 |
| |
Lyrics
Maybe This Time
Words & Music by John Ryan
Copyright ©2009 John Ryan (ASCAP) Ryan Music Inc.
(www.ryanmusic.com) v.090313
You've been hoping for a new start
And asking me for my heart
Again
Does this mean you want me only
Because you're getting lonely
Now and then?
You've been asking me to take you back in my arms
Each night
Well, if I do you better show me that you love me and
Treat me right
Refrain:
Well, maybe this time
You'll show me a little respect
Is it too much to expect
For you to be kind?
Maybe this time
You'll treat me the way that you should
The way you always promised you would
And I better find
That you'll be walkin' the line
A little straighter this time...
I'm not saying I don't want you
But this time I need to
Be sure
Those sleepless nights I had to live through
Left me just a bit too
Insecure
I'm not into hearing lies or being deceived
Again
This is not a game of make-believe
So don't pretend
Refrain:
Well, maybe this time
You'll show me a little respect
Is it too much to expect
For you to be kind?
Maybe this time
You'll treat me the way that you should
The way you always promised you would
And I better find
That you'll be walkin' the line
A little straighter this time...