Known as “G” (a nickname given to him by his friend Roger Daltrey), G TOM MAC wrote and performed a duet with Roger for the comedy film The Banger Sisters starring Golde Hawn and Susan Sarandon. G has also penned music for countless films like Fast Times At Ridgemont High, Terminator 3, All The Right Moves, Chasing Amy, Born To be Wild, Kicking and Screaming, The Lonely Guy, Spring Break, No Way Home, Grandview, U.S.A. and The Lost Boys. In the Lion’s Gate release, “I See You.Com” starring Beau Bridges and Rosanna Arquette, G TOM MAC wrote, produced and sang the title track.
Born in Birmingham, England, Gerard spent his early years listening to The Beatles and Stevie Wonder. “I was inspired by various pop and R & B artists at an early age.” His family moved from England to New York City when Gerard was 11 and then a few years later moved to the Midwest. “When I was there I started learning guitar and the bass and realizing I had a voice, I started a band, which played in clubs all over the Midwest.”
G TOM MAC returned to New York City to pursue his performing career. “My first gigs in NY were playing bass and guitar in R & B bands in Harlem.” Soon Gerard was writing songs for himself and his career began to take off. Brought to Los Angeles by Warner Brothers Records to showcase him as an artist, G TOM MAC quickly impressed Hollywood’s film elite like Joel Schumacher, Jerry Bruckheimer, Cameron Crowe, and David Geffen.
G TOM MAC’s songs have been recorded by a wide-range of artists such as:
KISS “Is That You”
Ice Cube “Money Can’t Buy The Love”
Roger Daltrey Co-wrote and produced the album “Rocks In The Head”
Carly Simon “Give Me All Night”
Phoebe Snow/Michael McDonald “Right To The End”
Vonda Shepard “Wake Up The House”
The prolific songwriter has recorded several albums, “BLUE RUE” for Arc/Columbia, “G TOM MAC” and the most recent, “Thou Shall Not Fall” for L.A.’s Edge Artists. He also compiled and produced "WITCHBLADE - The Music", using music from/inspired by the original series on TNT.
Warner Chappell Music has commissioned G TOM MAC to produce and record classic songs from their catalog, for “The Covers Project”, a yearly program designed for use in TV commercials in the U.S., Europe and Asia. The latest 19-song CD was released earlier this year.
You Are
G Tom Mac Lyrics
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A lyric unafraid to be who you are
You are the sight to what is blind
The hardest truth to find that's what you are
There are crimes that leave us empty when you love
Times when life's redemption's not enough
As if there was somebody watching over me
You're made of light and brave as Joan Of Arc
Chase away my dreaming in the dark
Tell me I will find the child I was
In what you are
You are the wave that comes along
The one after the storm that's what you are
You are the one without fear
As you dry my falling tears you know who you are
In this scared and cut-off world can we belong
As I question what is pure & where it's gone
In my final hour of loosing everything
As haunted as I am I find meaning
Made of light and brave as Joan Of Arc
Chase away my unforgiving heart
Tell me I will find the child I was
As you go waking up the eyes that sleep alone
Breaking down a soul made out of stone
If only I deserved to have all of what you are
You are the hardest truth defined that's what you are
The song "You Are" by G Tom Mac is a tribute to a person who is a source of strength and inspiration to the singer. The lyrics speak of the person as being like a "song that never played", an unsung hero who is unafraid to be who they are. They are described as the sight to what is blind, the hardest truth to find, and the wave that comes along after the storm. The person is portrayed as being without fear, strong and brave, and able to chase away the singer's darkness and doubts.
Throughout the song, the singer reflects on their own fragility, doubts, and fears, and shares how the person they speak of lifts them up and gives them hope. The lyrics touch on themes of faith, redemption, and belonging. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer acknowledging the person's bravery and wishing they deserved to have all of what they are.
Overall, the song is a powerful tribute to the transformative power of human connection and the importance of finding people who bring out the best in us.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the song that never played
You are something that was always there but never got its due attention, like an unplayed song.
A lyric unafraid to be who you are
You are fearless in being yourself and expressing your true feelings, like a bold and honest lyric.
You are the sight to what is blind
You are the answer or solution to something that was unknown or incomprehensible, like a sight for sore eyes.
The hardest truth to find that's what you are
You are the most difficult realization or truth to come to, but also the most important, like a profound life lesson.
There are crimes that leave us empty when you love
Love can sometimes be so powerful that it leaves us feeling incomplete or inadequate, especially when we experience loss or heartbreak.
Times when life's redemption's not enough
There are moments when our attempts at redemption or seeking forgiveness cannot restore what has been lost or broken.
As if there was somebody watching over me
There are times when we feel a divine presence or guidance, even if we don't believe in it.
As faithless as I am it's clear to see
Even if one is lacking faith, it can be evident that something greater than oneself may exist.
You're made of light and brave as Joan Of Arc
You are a shining example of courage and strength, like the legendary Joan of Arc.
Chase away my dreaming in the dark
You have the power to banish fear or negativity, and inspire hope or optimism.
Tell me I will find the child I was
You can reignite a sense of innocence or wonder within someone, reminding them of who they used to be.
You are the wave that comes along
You are a force of nature, like a powerful wave that rolls in after a storm, bringing renewal and transformation.
The one after the storm that's what you are
You are the calm after chaos, the light after darkness, the hope after despair.
You are the one without fear
You are fearless and unafraid to face challenges, like a warrior entering battle.
As you dry my falling tears you know who you are
You are empathetic and comforting, with an understanding of your own strength and power to heal others.
In this scared and cut-off world can we belong
In a world that can be isolating and fearful, we can still find connection and belonging.
As I question what is pure & where it's gone
Amidst doubts and uncertainty, we can still seek and strive for purity or goodness in ourselves and the world.
In my final hour of loosing everything
At the end of one's life or during a moment of great loss, we may realize what truly matters to us.
As haunted as I am I find meaning
Even in times of haunting or darkness, there can still be purpose or significance.
As you go waking up the eyes that sleep alone
You have the power to awaken or inspire those who feel alone or disconnected.
Breaking down a soul made out of stone
You can penetrate even the toughest exterior or defenses, bringing healing and transformation.
If only I deserved to have all of what you are
It can be difficult to feel worthy of someone or something so powerful and inspiring.
You are the hardest truth defined that's what you are
You are the most difficult but necessary truth to confront or accept, like a defining moment in someone's life.
Contributed by Maya T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Terry Jarrell
Absolutely incredible as always!
ARC
Actually pretty dope. Not a big fan on the main line, but the rest of it is a vibe and makes up for that.
MaggieAnn Jarman
°♡I truly enjoyed that !
ARC
Gerard, what choir vocal packs do you use if you don't mind my asking?
King Narothept
Any news on the Lost boys musical :)?