Maybe I Mean Yes
Holly Dunn
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When you asked me out and I turned you down, Never thought that'd stop you from askin' now Why'd you go and give up so easily? I thought you'd see... [Chorus] When I say no I mean maybe Baby don't you know me yet? Nothin's worth havin' if it ain't a little hard to get So let me clarify so you won't have to try to guess When I say no I mean maybe, or maybe I mean yes Ever since woman has talked to man, Every man's been tryin' to understand. What's the harm in a little mystery? That's how it should be [Chorus] It seems like a crazy way to be, But it makes perfect sense to me [Chorus]
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Written by: HOLLY S. DUNN, TOM SHAPIRO, CHRISTOPHER WATERS DUNN
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, MIKE CURB MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release and Artist Information"Maybe I Mean Yes" is a song by American country music artist Holly Dunn. Dunn was a popular country singer back in the 1980s and early 1990s. Besides being a singer, she was also an accomplished songwriter and guitarist.
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Song DetailsThe song was released in 1991 as part of the album, "Milestones: Greatest Hits".
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Genre"Maybe I Mean Yes" belongs to the genre of country music, a style of music that originated in the southern United States.
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ControversyUpon its release, the song stirred some controversy because some listeners felt that its lyrics seemed to endorse non-consensual sexual encounters. This criticism was primarily based on the connotation of the title and lyrics, which some believed could be interpreted as mixed signals or lack of clear consent.
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WithdrawalFollowing the controversy, Warner Bros. Records, Holly Dunn's record label, decided to withdraw the song from radio stations. This is a rare occurrence in the music industry.
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LegacyDespite the withdrawal, "Maybe I Mean Yes" successfully peaked at number 48 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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ApologyHolly Dunn made a public apology following the controversy over the song. She clarified that it was not her intention to craft a song that appeared to trivialize a serious issue like consent.
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Impact on CareerDespite the controversy surrounding “Maybe I Mean Yes”, Holly Dunn was able to bounce back and continued to produce music and perform until she retired in 2003.
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SongwritingLike many of her songs, Dunn co-wrote "Maybe I Mean Yes". The song's co-writer was Tom Shapiro.
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InterpretationDespite the controversy, some fans interpret the song as a playful, flirtatious banter between two consenting adults, highlighting the complexities and ambiguities of communication in romantic relationships.
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