Macy Gray was originally hesitant to record a studio album due to what is, arguably, her most recognizable feature -- her voice. She started her music career as a songwriter. Her first album was actually a mistake; she was at the studio waiting for the person who was supposed to be singing her song, and the producer wanted to hear what one of the songs was supposed to sound like. Once she started singing, the producer liked the rough sound of her voice so much he offered her a record deal.
Finally Made Me Happy
Macy Gray Lyrics
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Thought I'd get drunk in my sorrows and just slip away
But things have changed from back in the day begging you to stay
Now I can't wait to see you packing, see you leaving today
Baby, you finally made me happy
When you walked out that door
Baby, you finally made me happy
For all the times you made me cry
Now all I feel is joy
And you finally made me happy, baby
Walking through my door, bringing jewelry and stacks
You tell me you'll give it all to me if I take you back
But I'm in my bedroom, baby
Moaning, "oh, baby"
That's my new lover under my covers hollering, "uh, uh, uh"
Baby, you finally made me happy
When you walked out that door
Finally made me happy
When you walked out that door
For all the times you made me cry
Now all I feel is joy
And you finally made me happy, baby
Finally made me happy, baby
The lyrics to Macy Gray's song "Finally Made Me Happy" express a newfound feeling of freedom and joy after a breakup. The opening lines suggest that the singer's ex-partner might have expected them to fall apart without them, but they have actually moved on and are happy. The singer reflects on the past and how they used to beg their ex to stay, but now, they can't wait to see them go. The chorus repeatedly states that their ex leaving is what has finally made them happy, and that they no longer feel the pain and sadness their ex had caused before.
The second verse shows the ex-partner's attempt at reconciliation, with gifts and promises, but the singer is uninterested. They are too busy enjoying themselves with a new lover in the bedroom, indicated by the moans and hollering heard from behind the door. The song ends with another repetition of the chorus, implying that the singer is truly over their ex and happy to move on.
The lyrics can be seen as a form of empowerment after a breakup, where the singer is not only moving on but also revelling in their newfound freedom. The song shows that even though there might have been a time when they were dependent on their ex, they have come out stronger and happier in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Betcha thought I'd die when you went away
You probably imagined that I'd be destroyed after you left.
Thought I'd get drunk in my sorrows and just slip away
You assumed that I would drown my sorrows with alcohol and give up.
But things have changed from back in the day begging you to stay
But I'm different now, I'm not the same person who used to beg you to stay.
Now I can't wait to see you packing, see you leaving today
Now I cannot wait to see you packing your bags and leaving today.
Baby, you finally made me happy
Now, you finally did something that made me happy.
When you walked out that door
You made me happy when you walked out that door.
For all the times you made me cry
Considering all the times you left me in tears.
Now all I feel is joy
But as of now, I am only feeling immense joy and the sadness is gone.
Walking through my door, bringing jewelry and stacks
You came to my house with jewelry and money.
You tell me you'll give it all to me if I take you back
You promise to give me everything if I agree to get back with you.
But I'm in my bedroom, baby
But I am not interested in you anymore.
Moaning, 'oh, baby'
Instead, I am experiencing pleasure with my new lover.
That's my new lover under my covers hollering, 'uh, uh, uh'
My new partner is unconscious right now.
Finally made me happy
Finally, you did something that made me truly happy.
Baby, you finally made me happy
Baby, finally you did something that made me feel overjoyed.
Finally made me happy, baby
Finally, you did something that made me feel very happy.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NATALIE MCINTYRE, PRIESE PRINCE LAMONT BOARD, VICTOR INDRIZZO, JUSTIN MELDAL-JOHNSEN, TEEDRA SHENITA MOSES, CASSANDRA O'NEAL
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@soundseeker63
Wow Natalie's backing vocals and those rifts and runs elevate this from being a merely good song to an amazing one! What a pairing, thier voices blend surprisingly well! Nice work guys. R.I.P Natalie Cole 😞
@deloresrich7495
Wow! Great song and love Macy and Natalie together. This should have been a hit....
@disiluzhund
Macy Gray, I'm so sorry love, that I forgot about your wonderfully talented music for so many years. Your art is captivating, moving, versatile, strong and unforgettable. Thank you, you are in a class all your own and if I dare say, you and Amy Winehouse share a similar passion for honesty, integrity, authenticity and ingenuity.
@algeriano01
you said it perfectly! <3
@danvaughn1584
NAH This IS Real Music🎶🎤🎧🎹🎵🎼🎼🎵🎹🎤🎶🙌🏽👏🏽🙏🏽😁
@datathug
I was today years old when I found out Teedra Moses wrote this song. Iconic.
@tjbhavra
Ok this makes me so happy
@Ldydrmmer
Get out
@prplrayn4877
Just was wearing this out yesterday.....sad loss but my girl Macy got to sing with one of the best voices of my lifetime👏🏾 RIP Mrs. Cole🌹
@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall
Natalie Cole TORE THIS SONG UP!!!! Her angelic voice will forever be missed!!!