I recently learned about Michael Martin Murphey, an American singer-songwriter who released “Maybe This Time” in 1982.
He’s actually known for blending country and western music, with hits like “Wildfire” from 1975.
I really appreciate how he stayed true to his Texas roots throughout his career.
He started performing in Dallas during the 1960s and kept championing traditional Western music and cowboy culture in his songs.
About the Song
Maybe This Time is a heartfelt country song about hoping this relationship will finally be the right one, expressing vulnerability and optimism for lasting love.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | 1983 |
| Album | The Heart Never Lies |
| Writers | Michael Martin Murphey, Gary Harrison |
| Producer | Jim Ed Norman |
“Maybe This Time” Lyrics by Michael Martin Murphey
Verse 1
Two old friends meet again
Wearin’ older faces
Talk about the places they’ve been
Two old sweethearts who fell apart
Somewhere a long ago
How are they to know
Someday they’d meet again
And have a need for more than reminiscin’
Chorus
Maybe this time
It will be lovin’ they’ll find
Maybe now they can be more than just friends
She’s back in his life
And it feels so right
Maybe this time, love won’t end
Verse 2
It’s the same old feeling back again
It’s the one that they had back when
They were too young to know when love is real
But somehow, some things never change
And even time hasn’t cooled the flame
It’s burnin’ even brighter than it did before
It got another chance, and if they take it…
Chorus
Maybe this time
It will be lovin’ they’ll find
Maybe now they can be more than just friends
She’s back in his life
And it feels so right
Maybe this time, love won’t end
Bridge
She’s smilin’ like she used to smile way back then
She’s feelin’ like she used to feel way back when
They tried, but somethin’ kept them
Waiting for this magic moment
Chorus
Maybe this time
It will be lovin’ they’ll find
Maybe now they can be more than just friends
She’s back in his life
And it feels so right
Maybe this time
Maybe this time
Maybe this time love won’t end
Similar Songs like Maybe This Time by Michael Martin Murphey
- Wildfire – His signature ballad from 1975, sharing the same emotional depth
- What Am I Doing Hangin’ Round – A thoughtful country-folk song about relationships
- A Long Line of Love – Another of his romantic ballads focused on enduring love
- Spanish Dancers – Features similar gentle vocals and emotional storytelling
- I’m Gonna Miss You, Girl – Carries comparable heartfelt country sound and theme about love
- Cherokee Fiddle – While more historically themed, it shares the same careful storytelling and emotional resonance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Sang “Maybe This Time”?
Maybe This Time was performed by Michael Martin Murphey, a country music singer from Texas. He released this song in 1983 on his self-titled album.
Why is “Maybe This Time” Trending?
“Maybe This Time” is trending on TikTok thanks to creator @donotdisturb869’s dance to Sarah Geronimo’s 2016 version, sparking a viral dance challenge.
