Masse released her self-titled debut album in 1990, a French language album that made her a star in Quebec and France, with the singles "C'est Zéro", "Billy", "Sans t'oublier" and "Prends bien garde". Her second album, À Contre Jour, followed in 1992.
In 1993, she won the Juno Award for Best New Female Artist. She married Sylvain Brault the same year.
In 1994 she released her debut English language album, Circle of One, on which she collaborated with Corey Hart (known for his early-1980s pop hits, such as "Sunglasses at Night"). Her relationship with Hart soon became romantic as well, and she divorced Brault in 1995.
She released a hits collection, Compilation, in 1996. She has not released another album since then, but has been a vocalist on Hart's albums and concert tours.
Hart and Masse married in 2000, and have four children together: daughters India, Dante and River, and son Rain. They now reside in The Bahamas.
I Will Be There
Julie Masse Lyrics
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I found my way
this is my center
I've been searching for
peace of mind
I've left behind
the days of confusion
I have come back
I have returned
to the kingdom of life
back to the light
defeated the night
the realm of delusion
Been drifting through time
captured inside
this unholy body of mine
But now I am here
my senses are clear
Whenever you're calling my name
I will be there
ohh, I will be there
The quest for myself
came to an end
I have been reaching my promised land
Watching the mountains
watching the sea
for all eternity
Mislead and deranged
lost in my sorrow
I couldn't see no tomorrow
But now I am here
my senses are clear
Whenever you're calling my name
I will be there
ohh, I will be there
The ages of madness
sin after sin
burning like fire
they're burning within
Solo: Piet
Been drifting through time
...
Whenever you're calling my name
I will be there
...
The lyrics to "I Will Be There" by Julie Masse tell the story of a person who has finally found their way after a long journey of searching. The singer has left confusion and uncertainty behind and has found peace of mind. They express their newfound clarity and strength, having returned to the "kingdom of life" and defeated the "realm of delusion."
The singer reflects on the struggles they faced during their journey, feeling "mislead and deranged" and "lost in [their] sorrow." They couldn't see a future for themselves, but now their "senses are clear," and they are ready to face their destiny. They have found their promised land and have a newfound sense of purpose and direction.
Throughout the lyrics, the singer emphasizes their commitment to being there for someone else. It is unclear who this person is, or what their relationship is, but the singer promises that whenever this person calls their name, they will be there for them. This promise is a testament to the singer's newfound sense of clarity, strength, and compassion.
Overall, "I Will Be There" is a song about perseverance, self-discovery, and dedication. It encourages listeners to keep pushing towards their goals, even when the journey is difficult, and to remain steadfast in their commitments to the people they care about.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm roaming free
I'm free from the constraints that once held me down
I found my way
I have discovered the path that leads me to where I want to be
this is my center
this is where I belong, where I feel at peace
I've been searching for
I've been on a long quest, trying to find
peace of mind
a state of tranquility, free from the worries and stresses of life
I've left behind
I've moved on from
the days of confusion
a time when I was lost and unsure of what to do
The future is bright
There is great promise in what is to come
I have come back
I have returned to a place where I was once happy
I have returned
I'm back where I started
to the kingdom of life
a place of vitality, where everything feels alive and full of energy
back to the light
once again surrounded by positivity and hope
defeated the night
I overcame a dark period, and emerged victorious
the realm of delusion
a place of uncertainty and confusion
Been drifting through time
I've been living and experiencing life in a very passive and unengaged way
captured inside
trapped within
this unholy body of mine
my physical body, which has caused me strife and struggle
But now I am here
I have arrived at a new place, both physically and mentally
my senses are clear
I'm now able to experience the world around me in a much clearer and more engaging way
Whenever you're calling my name
If you ever need me, if you're ever in trouble or need some help,
I will be there
I'll be by your side, ready to help you through it
The quest for myself
My personal journey to find out who I am
came to an end
I've reached the end of this journey
I have been reaching my promised land
I've found the place I always wanted to be
Watching the mountains
Contemplating the majesty of nature
watching the sea
Gazing out at the vastness of the ocean
for all eternity
Forever, until the end of time
Mislead and deranged
I was misled and confused, lost in a mental fog
lost in my sorrow
I was consumed by sadness, unable to see past my emotions
I couldn't see no tomorrow
I was so consumed by my present pain that I couldn't see a brighter future
The ages of madness
A time marked by chaos and irrationality
sin after sin
Committing mistake upon mistake
burning like fire
The intense pain and suffering that came as a result of my actions
they're burning within
The pain is internal, a constant reminder of what has happened
Contributed by Dylan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.