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.
Here We Go Again
Joey McIntyre Lyrics
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Just when I thought I was out, they pull be back in.
It always happens like this, just when I start to forget,
Tried on all over again, and it fits so perfect.
Back in headlines in the papers, hanging on he's such a loser.
When is that kid ever gonna grow up, no I don't wanna grow up.
Here we go again, are you gonna be there for me.
Here we go again, la la la love,
Here we go again, hey hey hey hate.
Here here here we go again.
Here we go again, oh here we go again.
I don't know if this is for me, am I at the wrong... party?
If I am I'm not gonna leave, 'cuz it's screaming my name!
Back in headlines, see what he did, coming up he's such a cool kid.
Know that boy won't ever grow up, I'll never give up.
Here we go again, I'm a man on a mission baby.
Here we go again, la la la love.
Here we go again, hey hey hey hate.
Here here here we go again, here we go again.
Oh, here we go again.
I think it's time to get outta here,
No one seems to know me now, then you pull me back
And push me forward, to where I wanna go.
Hey hey hey hey, yeah yeah yeah.
Here we go again, la la la love,
Here we go again, hey hey hey hate.
Here here here we go again.
Here we go again, oh here we go again.
The song "Here We Go Again" by Joey McIntyre speaks about the never-ending cycle that a celebrity goes through after making a mistake. The song tells the story of a celebrity who is making a comeback and trying to get their life together, but they keep getting dragged back into their past mistakes. The opening lines of the song "I'd find it hard to pretend that this has come to an end, just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in" speak to this cycle. The singer is struggling to move on from their past and start anew, but they keep getting dragged back into the same situation.
The songs also talks about the judgement that the celebrity faces from the media and fans. As they try to get their life together, the media shines a spotlight on their past mistakes, and fans criticize them for not growing up. These criticisms can be demotivating, making it even harder to break the cycle they are in. Despite all of this, the singer remains resilient and is determined to try again, saying "I'm a man on a mission, baby."
The song ends on a hopeful note as the singer decides to push forward and ignore the judgement of others. They are determined to make a fresh start and put their past behind them, saying "then you pull me back and push me forward, to where I wanna go."
Line by Line Meaning
I'd find it hard to pretend that this has come to an end,
I can't deny that this is happening again.
Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in.
Every time I think I'm done with this, I'm dragged back in again.
It always happens like this, just when I start to forget,
This pattern always repeats itself, just as I begin to move on.
Tried on all over again, and it fits so perfect.
I'm repeating the same old mistakes, and they feel just as right as they always did.
Back in headlines in the papers, hanging on he's such a loser.
I'm back in the public eye again, being criticized and made fun of.
When is that kid ever gonna grow up, no I don't wanna grow up.
People keep expecting me to act more mature, but I don't want to.
Here we go again, I'm a man on a mission baby.
I'm back at it again, determined to achieve something.
Here we go again, are you gonna be there for me.
I need support and reassurance as I go through this again.
Here we go again, la la la love,
I'm going through the ups and downs of love once more.
Here we go again, hey hey hey hate.
I'm facing criticism and negativity once again.
I don't know if this is for me, am I at the wrong... party?
I'm questioning whether I should even be doing this again.
If I am I'm not gonna leave, 'cuz it's screaming my name!
Even if it's not the right thing for me, I can't resist the pull of familiarity.
Back in headlines, see what he did, coming up he's such a cool kid.
I'm back in the spotlight again, being praised and admired.
Know that boy won't ever grow up, I'll never give up.
I don't plan on changing who I am, and I won't quit trying to succeed.
I think it's time to get outta here,
I'm starting to think I should walk away from all of this.
No one seems to know me now, then you pull me back
I feel disconnected from my old life, but something keeps pulling me back.
And push me forward, to where I wanna go.
Even though I'm being dragged back, it's also leading me toward my goals.
Hey hey hey hey, yeah yeah yeah.
An expression of enthusiasm and determination.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRENT PASCHKE, GABRIEL STEVE LOPEZ, JIMMY ANDREW RICHARD, JOSEPH MCINTYRE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jo Brown
I can’t get enough of this song! It’s amazing!!
Sarah Simon
Video's not bad, either! 🤣
Kelly Maney
Joe has always been my favorite! And he still is. He's only gotten better with age! Damn. He looks awesome!
Brandy W.
Same here I agree with you he will always be my fave.
Candice Pederson
It's 2020. How the hell have I missed this song all these years??? Love this song. Joey was my eye candy when New Kids were big when i was 12-14 years of age
Luna Barba
I love this song! Beautiful video and beautiful Joe :)
coloradogal100
love the song. my two nephews love this song. they love to dance to it. joey mac is great.
rose mcnulty
first time I've heard this song. I like it. I didn't even know til a few days ago he released another solo album! Just goes to show how much I've missed in the past 8 yrs.
Lindey Gullickson
rose mcnulty actually same
funkyspice
I love that they can do solo stuff..but I can never get enough of the fivesome! NKOTB FOR LIFE!! I LOVE YOU JOEY!