Just before his 13th birthday, McIntyre joined New Kids On The Block, replacing Jamie Kelly. Since the other four members of the group were already long-time school friends, he initially found it difficult to blend into the group. However, New Kids on the Block became one of the most successful boy bands to date, eventually disbanding in 1994.
Following the group's split, McIntyre busied himself with songwriting and sought a record deal. He also appeared in the movie The Fantasticks alongside veteran actor Joel Grey.
Disenchanted at his inability to find a recording contract, McIntyre used his own money to record a solo single, "Stay the Same", and sold it on his website. He also took the single to local Boston DJs, helping it eventually to receive national airplay. The combination of airplay and website sales for "Stay the Same" led to McIntyre signing a recording contract in 1999 with Sony Music USA, which, under the Columbia label, had previously been home to New Kids on the Block. An album was released on the Sony Works label, accompanied by a re-released "Stay the Same" album; this featured the extra track "I Love You Came Too Late", which became his second solo hit.
Also in 1999, McIntyre recorded a track for the film Southie, which starred former band mate Donnie Wahlberg. The song was titled "Remember Me".
In 2001, McIntyre returned with his second solo album, Meet Joe Mac. This album produced the hit single "Rain". In the fall of 2001, he played Jon in the Off-Broadway play Tick, Tick... BOOM! by Jonathan Larson. In 2002, after he appeared for a season on the popular television show Boston Public. The following year, he released a live acoustic album, One Too Many with Emanuel Kiriakou. In 2004, he released his fourth solo album, 8:09, which was largely influenced by his future wife. McIntyre and his wife Barrett married on August 9, 2003, exactly a year after they had met.
In 2004, he made another movie, Tony n' Tina's Wedding, which co-starred Mila Kunis. In 2005, he appeared in the Broadway musical Wicked and competed on the reality television show Dancing with the Stars.
He appeared as Fonzie in Happy Days, a musical based on the hit TV show, from February 15 to March 12 2006 at the Falcon Theater in Los Angeles, CA. He will be reprising the role at a second run at the same location from June 23 to August 13 2006.
In 2008, Joey joined in for the New Kids on the Block reunion.
Easier
Joey McIntyre Lyrics
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What do you see if you don't open up the door
Into your heart is where I wanna be
And girl I'm trying hard to find the key
Cause all I really wanna do is make it easier
[Chorus]
And I'm not afraid
away
No matter what you do I promise you I'm gonna stay
You need someone like me to make it easier
It's hard to let go of who you might of been before
But if you just believe there can be so much more
I'll help ya find who you wanna be
If you would only put your trust in me
Cause all I want to do is make it easier
[Chorus]
It don't matter what you've done before 'cause
I'm only gonna love you more and
Nothing else really matters too much to me
You need someone like me
And I'm not afraid
Nothing you can say that's gonna make me walk away
No matter what you do I promise you I'm gonna stay
You need someone like me and I need someone like you
To make it easier
In Joey McIntyre's song Easier, the lyrics reflect the singer's willingness to be there for someone and to be a source of support and comfort for them. He is asking them to open up, to let him into their heart, because all he really wants is to make things easier for them. He reassures them by saying that he is not afraid and that nothing they say or do will make him walk away. In fact, he promises to stay by their side no matter what happens.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as it emphasizes the singer's commitment to helping the person he cares about: "No matter what you do I promise you I'm gonna stay / You need someone like me to make it easier". These words are both comforting and empowering, as they suggest that the person can rely on him to make their life better in some way.
The overall tone of the song is one of genuine care and concern. It encourages listeners to open up, to trust in love, and to find strength in one another. Perhaps the most important message conveyed is that we all need someone like the singer in our lives - someone who is willing to stay and help us through the hard times.
Line by Line Meaning
What do you want, what are you looking for
I want to know what you truly desire and what you are trying to seek in life.
What do you see if you don't open up the door
You won't find what you are looking for if you don't take a chance and open your heart.
Into your heart is where I wanna be
I want to be a part of you and be deeply rooted in your heart.
And girl I'm trying hard to find the key
I am working hard to figure out how to get closer to you.
Cause all I really wanna do is make it easier
I'm doing all of this so that I can help make your life easier.
And I'm not afraid
I'm not scared of anything that might come our way.
Nothing you can say that's gonna make me walk away
No matter what you say, I am not going to abandon you.
No matter what you do I promise you I'm gonna stay
I am committed to staying and helping you through anything you may face.
You need someone like me to make it easier
I know that I can be the person who can bring simplicity to your life.
It's hard to let go of who you might of been before
It can be challenging to release old versions of yourself and embrace new ones.
But if you just believe there can be so much more
If you believe it, you can achieve it and experience an abundance of new possibilities.
I'll help ya find who you wanna be
I can assist you in discovering who you truly want to be.
If you would only put your trust in me
Trust in me, and I will help guide you through your journey.
It don't matter what you've done before 'cause
Your past doesn't matter to me and won't affect my love for you.
I'm only gonna love you more and
My love for you will only continue to grow.
Nothing else really matters too much to me
Everything else pales in comparison to my feelings for you.
You need someone like me
I'm confident that you need me in your life to help you find peace and simplicity.
And I need someone like you
I also need you in my life to feel complete and content.
To make it easier
Together, we can navigate life's challenges and make things easier for each other.
Lyrics Š BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: EMANUEL KIRIAKOU, J MCINTYRE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brandirohlman2610
I listened to the NKOTB when i was younger and i was amazed then and now i see you Joey as an adult still making it in the music business. You are a awsome artist and i cant stop starring at your blue eyes. They too are amazing. Wow. Congrats on a career.
@alexisgreen-hernandez8604
Donnie and Joey were always the handsome ones in the NKOTB. Joey still sounds great as a solo artist. đ¨ đś đľ Joey's eyes and hair were and still are amazing đ đ.
@riadesintaningsih
I love this song so much..his voice so amazing now. Thanks for sharing this video :-)
@rowenawood3329
love this song only just heard it, love the chorus
@lorerock1
this guy was born to sing
@dokyunghwang8106
Sometimes, having a hard time.. he makes me think easier, always thank you.
@tenncalilove
great song an i think i had almost all the posters you used in this haha wow I love me some Joe Mac he is awesome and such a great guy
@veranica3075
It was so fantastic....get it, got it good Joe ...
@jaquelineoliveira6433
Eu te amooo â¤â¤
@tinajaneoxnam.3933
He still got the right stuff cos he still hanging tough