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.
Sexual Revolution
Macy Gray Lyrics
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Time to be free amongst yourselves
Your mama told you to be discreet
And keep your freak to yourself
But your mama lied to you all this time
She knows as well as you and I
You've got to express what is taboo in you
And share your freak with the rest of us
A beautiful thang
A beautiful thang
This is my sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Everybody shake it
Time to be free amongst yourselves
Your mama told you to be discreet
And keep your freak to yourself
But your mama lied to you all this time
She knows as well as you and I
You've got to express what is taboo in you
And share your freak with the rest of us
Cause it's a beautiful thang
This is my sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Everybody break it
Every rule, every constriction
My papa told me to be home by now
But my party has just begun
Maybe he'll understand
That I got to be
To be the freak that god made me
So many thangs I want to try
Got to do them before I die
This is my sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
I'm so fuckin' beautiful
Especially when I take my clothes off
I'm so fuckin' beautiful
Especially when I take my clothes off
This is my sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
Sexual revolution
It's sexual
It's sexual
It's what?
It's sexual
It's what?
It's sexual
Revolution!
In Macy Gray's song Sexual Revolution, the artist encourages the listeners to embrace their sexuality and liberate themselves from societal norms and constraints. The song urges individuals to break free from the expectations and limitations imposed on them by their parents and society at large. The lyrics suggest that sexual expression is a beautiful thing and that people should not feel ashamed of their desires and should instead embrace them. The phrase "Your mama lied to you all this time" implies that parents may have influenced their children to suppress their sexuality, leading to feelings of shame and guilt.
The chorus of the song, "This is my sexual revolution," reinforces the idea that sexual liberation is a personal journey, and each individual must go through it at their own pace. The sexual revolution mentioned in the song refers to the significant change in social attitudes towards sexuality that occurred during the 1960s and 1970s. During this time, people began questioning traditional attitudes towards sex, and more liberal views towards sexual expression and experimentation emerged.
Overall, the song Sexual Revolution encourages listeners to explore and embrace their sexuality, and to break free from societal norms and expectations. It suggests that sexual expression is a beautiful thing that should be celebrated and not shamed or repressed.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody shake it
Let's all dance freely and expressively.
Time to be free amongst yourselves
It's time to let go of inhibitions and be yourself among others.
Your mama told you to be discreet
Your mother taught you to keep your sexuality private.
And keep your freak to yourself
And not to share any unconventional desires or fantasies with others.
But your mama lied to you all this time
But she was wrong to suppress your sexual expression.
She knows as well as you and I
She knows deep down that we all have sexual desires and fantasies.
You've got to express what is taboo in you
It's important to express your unconventional desires and fantasies.
And share your freak with the rest of us
And share them with others who may appreciate or relate to them.
Cause it's a beautiful thang
Because sexuality is a beautiful and natural part of life.
This is my sexual revolution
I am embracing my sexuality and expressing it openly.
Everybody break it
Let's break free from societal rules and restrictions on sexuality.
Every rule, every constriction
And challenge every societal rule or norm that restricts sexual expression.
My papa told me to be home by now
My father expected me to follow traditional gender roles and norms.
But my party has just begun
But I am not afraid to challenge those norms and embrace my sexuality.
Maybe he'll understand
Maybe my father will eventually come to accept my open expression of my sexuality.
That I got to be
Because I need to be true to myself and express my true desires and fantasies.
To be the freak that god made me
To embrace and express the unconventional aspects of my sexuality that make me unique.
So many thangs I want to try
There are so many sexual desires and experiences I want to explore.
Got to do them before I die
And I refuse to let societal norms or expectations get in the way of exploring those desires before I die.
I'm so fuckin' beautiful
I am proud of my body and feel beautiful and confident in my sexuality.
Especially when I take my clothes off
Especially when I am free to embrace my nude body and feel confident in my own skin.
It's sexual
The theme of this revolution is sexual expression and liberation.
It's what?
What is this revolution all about?
It's sexual
It's all about sexual expression and liberation.
Revolution!
This is a call to action for a sexual revolution and the end of sexual repression.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARRYL ALLEN SWANN, JEREMY RUZUMNA, NATALIE MCINTYRE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Valeria Morales
I first heard this song after high school and it made me understand that it's fun to be free and enjoy sexuality. That's what it's for. Be free, people! <3
SuperAlias11
Still one of the most liberating songs out there.
Maurie Richie
This is one of my favorite songs by Macy Gray. This song should have performed much better and should have received Grammy nominations. I used to think Prince was singing background.
Abraham Pavon
Macy is such a great singer, the song is simply perfect, but when I saw Naomi... My mind exploded!
Naomi couldn't be more perfect, she could have played the entire video herself.
"Deep eyes" OMG! She could freeze the inferno!
Long live the Queen! #QueenNaomi
PS. Who's listening in 2021?
Kenneth Hilliard
...2023 In DA HAUS
YCKFides
This used to be one of those music videos I was always afraid my mom would walk into while I was watching MTV 💀
Alonso Solórzano
That is indeed Naomi Campbell in the video, just found an article from Vogue from 2001 saying "Naomi Campbell has landed a starring role in the video for Macy Gray's new Sexual Revolution single."
And I don't know why this video didn't get more praise from the huge diversity in it, if this was released by Madonna it would've been a huge hit, or if it was released by someone like Lady Gaga today everyone would praise it for its message, kind of video, and the huge diversity in it. Sites like Huffington Post would be raving about how awesome the diversity and the idea of the video and song are. Macy is truly underrated.
Keizer Hedorah
it was too weird
Sean Pug
Many are ahead of the game and also something ain't right in the entertainment industry some of the biggest stars don't sing well live that's fundamental
CorneliusWashington
...very underrated...unique in every way...without looking all forced with it...