A back injury and respiratory illness slowed his progress in 1961 and 1962. In 1964, Maye hit .304, scored 96 runs, drove in 74 runs, and led the National League in doubles with 44; meanwhile, his solo album Halfway Out of Love sold over 500,000 copies. A 1965 ankle injury hurt his season and career.
A back injury and respiratory ailment hindered his advancement in 1961 and 1962. In 1964, Maye achieved a batting average of .304, scored 96 runs, drove in 74 runs, and led the National League with 44 doubles; concurrently, his solo album Halfway Out of Love sold over 500,000 copies. A 1965 ankle injury impeded his season and career.