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.
one night
Joey McIntyre Lyrics
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You look so irresistible
When I see you there
I never seen a girl so beautiful and I say
I know you never met a gentleman like me
'Cause I will do you right
Treat you right girl
When you are alone with me
So c'mon and give me, one night
That is all I ask of you, one night
And I will show my world to you
Listen closely girl
I want to be clear to you, girl
That I'll always be there
For you girl
And day, any night, all the time
So c'mon and give me, one night
That is all I ask of you, one night
And I will show my world to you
Girl if you're willing
Then we should be chillin'
Tonight, tonight, tonight
So c'mon and give me, one night
That is all I ask of you, one night
And I will show my world to you
One night, one night
One night, one night
Let's get together, babe
One night
In Joey McIntyre's song One Night, the singer is expressing his immediate attraction and interest in a woman who he finds to be irresistible and beautiful. He makes a promise to treat her right and always be there for her. The repeated request of "one night" seems to suggest that the singer is hoping for an opportunity to prove himself to her and share his world with her. The tone of the song is light and playful, but the lyrics themselves suggest that the singer is sincere in his intentions towards the woman he is singing to.
This song presents a bit of a paradox: on one hand, the singer is asking for just one night with this woman, but on the other hand, he is promising to always be there for her. This could suggest that he is hoping that the one night will be a gateway to a more serious relationship, or it could simply be a request for a brief fling. The repeated refrain of "one night" creates a sense of urgency and immediacy, and the overall tone of the song is upbeat and optimistic.
Line by Line Meaning
When I look at you
I am captivated by your beauty
You look so irresistible
You are too attractive to resist
When I see you there
In your presence, I feel amazed
I never seen a girl so beautiful and I say
You are the most beautiful girl I have ever seen
I know you never met a gentleman like me
I am a man of character and will treat you right
'Cause I will do you right
I will treat you with respect and kindness
Treat you right girl
I will be a good partner to you
When you are alone with me
In privacy, we can be each other's company
So c'mon and give me, one night
Only one evening spent with me is all I ask for
That is all I ask of you, one night
I am not asking for much from you
And I will show my world to you
You will enjoy being with me and see the world through my perspective
Listen closely girl
Pay attention to what I'm saying
I want to be clear to you, girl
I want to explain myself clearly to you
That I'll always be there
I will make sure to always be present in your life
For you girl
I am willing to do anything for you
And day, any night, all the time
I am available for you at any time of the day or night
Girl if you're willing
If you are open to it,
Then we should be chillin'
We should spend a relaxed evening together
Tonight, tonight, tonight
The evening is perfect for spending time together
Let's get together, babe
We should unite and spend our time together
One night
Just one evening
One night
Only one evening together
One night
Just this one time
One night
Only once
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSEPH MCINTYRE, DANNY WOOD, BRAD YOUNG, DOW S. BRAIN
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