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.
Time Of My Life
Macy Gray Lyrics
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I've been out of my head
And now I wanna be bigger
Bein' here with you
It's not so hard to be
I can see my dreams
I know, I'm gonna be better
My friends always say
My friends always say
That everything will be okay
But it don't always
Work out that way
So here I am again
Believin' in, 'cause I remember when, baby
I had, the time of my life
Everything is right with you
After all that I've been through
Yeah, I ain't trying to lose
This time of my life with you
Baby, I had
People say I'm out of line
So much on my mind
Like I wanna be bigger
Sometimes it don't rhyme
But when you're here with me (here with me)
I have poetry (poetry)
I know, I'm gonna be better
And my friends always say, yeah
My friends always say
That everything will be okay
But it don't always
Work out that way
So here I am again
Believin' in (believin' in)
'Cause I remember when ('cause I remember)
Baby, I had, oh yeah
The time of my life
The time of my life
Everything is right with you
Everything is right
After all that I've been through, yeah
I ain't trying to lose (ain't trying to lose)
This time of my life with you (this time of my life with you)
Baby, I had
One day we will see (the giant)
The giant baby (finally see)
Finally see me smile
Hear me laughing, out loud
(La-la-laugh)
My voice will be heard (be heard)
It's no longer absurd
(No longer absurd)
And I hope you hear
(I hope that you hear)
'Cause baby, baby, I had
(The time of my life)
I had
The time of my life (oh yeah)
Everything is right with you
(Everything is right)
After all that I've been through (I've been through)
Oh yeah
I ain't trying to lose (ain't trying to lose this)
Gotta make my move and groove
Everything I can (I can baby)
The time of my life
Time of my life, with you (time of my life, with you)
Baby, take my hand (baby, take my hand)
'Cause I wanna hold onto (wanna hold onto)
This time of my life, with you (yeah, yeah)
Baby, I had the time of my life (the time of my life, the time of my life)
Time of my life (with you, yeah)
Baby, I had the time of my life (baby, baby)
The lyrics of Macy Gray's song "Time of My Life" convey a sense of optimism and hopefulness in the face of adversity. The opening lines of the song describe a situation where the singer has been left for dead and is out of their mind, but now wants to be bigger. Being with the person the singer loves makes it easier to achieve their dreams, and they believe they will be better. The singer's friends reassure them that everything will be okay, but they know that doesn't always work out. However, the singer remembers the good times they have had with their loved one and is committed to making the most of the present.
The chorus of the song includes the phrase "I had the time of my life," which is a reference to the famous song from the movie "Dirty Dancing." The singer indicates that everything is right with their loved one, and they are not willing to lose this time in their life. The bridge of the song speaks of the day when others will finally see the singer for who they are, and they express their hope that their voice will be heard. Ultimately, the song is about finding happiness and contentment in the present moment, despite the challenges of the past and the uncertainty of the future.
Line by Line Meaning
When they're done and left for dead
Referring to people who have given up on their dreams and goals and have lost all hope.
I've been out of my head
Feeling lost and not being able to focus on important things.
And now I wanna be bigger
Wanting to achieve success and greatness in life.
Bein' here with you
Feeling happy and content with the present moment spent with a loved one.
It's not so hard to be
Life seems easier and less stressful when shared with a loved one.
I can see my dreams
Having hope and faith that dreams and goals can be achieved.
I know, I'm gonna be better
Having a positive outlook on life and believing in oneself for the future.
My friends always say
The people around you who offer words of encouragement and support.
That everything will be okay
Having faith and hope that things will work out in the end.
But it don't always
Sometimes things do not work out as planned or expected.
Work out that way
Disappointment and uncertainty can be a challenge to overcome.
So here I am again
Reflecting on life's challenges and overcoming them by trying again.
Believin' in, 'cause I remember when, baby
Remembering a time where things seemed easier and believing in hope and perseverance to overcome current problems.
I had, the time of my life
Experiencing a moment of happiness and contentment.
Everything is right with you
Feeling satisfied and happy in the presence of a loved one.
After all that I've been through
Overcoming hardships and struggles in life.
Yeah, I ain't trying to lose
Not wanting to lose the good things in life, such as happiness and love.
This time of my life with you
Being grateful for the current moments spent with a loved one.
People say I'm out of line
Feeling judged and misunderstood by others.
So much on my mind
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed with life's problems.
Like I wanna be bigger
Wanting to achieve greatness and success to overcome insecurities.
Sometimes it don't rhyme
Life's challenges and problems seem to not have a solution or easy answers.
But when you're here with me (here with me)
Feeling comfort and support in the presence of a loved one.
I have poetry (poetry)
Feeling happy and creative when surrounded by love and positivity.
And my friends always say, yeah
People close to you who offer words of encouragement and support.
That everything will be okay
Having hope and faith that things will work out in the end.
One day we will see (the giant)
One day we will achieve great things that may seem impossible today.
The giant baby (finally see)
Seeing ourselves grow and mature into great versions of ourselves.
Finally see me smile
Feeling happiness and contentment in life's positive moments.
Hear me laughing, out loud (la-la-laugh)
Feeling happy and free to laugh and enjoy life's moments.
My voice will be heard (be heard)
Having confidence and faith in oneself to express their opinions and beliefs.
It's no longer absurd (no longer absurd)
Feeling confident and secure in expressing oneself and life's decisions.
And I hope you hear (I hope that you hear)
Hoping that those close to us can see our growth and happiness.
Gotta make my move and groove
Taking action and making positive changes in life to achieve greatness.
Everything I can (I can baby)
Working hard and giving one's all to achieve success and happiness in life.
Baby, take my hand (baby, take my hand)
Inviting a loved one to share life's journey and moments with them.
'Cause I wanna hold onto (wanna hold onto)
Feeling hesitant to lose the happiness and joy found in life's moments.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dante Ross, Macy Gray, Michael Elizondo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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When they're done and left for dead
I've been out of my head
And now I wanna be bigger
Bein' here with you
It's not so hard to be
I can see my dreams
I know, I'm gonna be better
My friends always say
My friends always say
That everything will be okay
But it don't always
Work out that way
So here I am again
Belivin' in, 'cause I remember when, baby
I had, the time of my life
Everything is right with you
After all that I've been through
(Yeah)
I ain't tried to lose
This time of my life with you
People say I'm out of line
So much on my mind
Like I wanna be bigger
Sometimes it don't rhyme
But when you're here with me
(Here with me)
I have poetry
(Poetry)
I know, I'm gonna be better
And my friends always say, yea
(My friends always say)
That everything will be okay
But it don't always
Work out that way
So here I am again
Belivin' in, 'cause I remember when
(Belivin' in, I remember)
Baby, I had
(Oh yeah)
The time of my life
(The time of my life)
Everything is right with you
(Everything is right)
After all that I've been through
(Yeah)
I ain't tried to lose
(Ain't tried to lose)
This time of my life with you
(This time of my life with you)
One day we will see
(The giant)
The giant baby
(Finally see)
Finally see me smile
Hear me laughing, out loud
(La-la-laugh)
My voice will be heard
(Be heard)
It's no longer absurd
(No longer absurd)
And I hope you hear
(I hope that you hear)
'Cause baby, baby, I had
(The time of my life)
The time of my life
(Oh yeah)
Everything is right with you
(Everything is right)
After all that I've been through
(Oh yeah)
I ain't tried to lose
(Ain't tried to lose this)
Gotta make my move and groove
Everything I can
(I can)
The time of my life
Time of my life, with you
(Time of my life, with you)
Baby, take my hand
(Baby, take my hand)
'Cause I wanna hold on to
(Wanna hold on to)
This time of my life, with you
(Yeah yeah)
Baby, I had the time of my life
(The time of my life)
Time of my life
(Time of my life with you)
Baby, I had the time of my life
@baisymip9996
When they come like left for day
I bet not in my head
And now I wanna be bigger, bein' here with you
It's not so hard to be
I can see in my dream, I know I'm gonna be better
My friends always say
[Hook]
My friends always say..ey..ae.
That every thing will be ok
But it don't always work out that way
Show in my famagam'
Me living in, cuz I'll remember when baby
[Chorus]
I am.., the top of my life
Everything is right, with you
After all that I'd been through (yeah)
I ain't try to loose
This times of my life, with you
When they come like left for day
I bet not in my head
And now I wanna be bigger, bein' here with you
It's not so hard to be
I can see in my dreams, I know I'm gonna be better
My friends always say
[Hook]
My friends always say...
That every thing will be ok
But it don't always work out that way
So here I am again,
Believin in, cuz I remember when baby
[Chorus]
I've had, the time of my life,
Everything is right, with you
After all that I've been through (yeah)
I ain't try to loose
This time of my life, with you
Baby I've had
You'll say I'm outta line
So much on my mind
Like I wanna be bigger
Sometimes it don't rhyme
But when you're here with me (here with me)
I have all the tree (all the tree)
I know I wanna be better
My friends always say
[Hook]
My friends always say...
That every thing will be ok
But it don't always work out that way
So here I am again,
Believin in, cuz I remember when baby
[Chorus]
I've had, the time of my life,
Everything is right, with you
After all that I've been through (yeah)
I ain't try to lose
This time of my life, with you
Baby I've had
One day they will see
It'll shine on at me
Finally see me smile, hear me laughing (at last)
At last You'll be hurt
Cuz long long time upserve
Now hope you hear
Baby baby I've had....
[Chorus]
I've had, the time of my life,
Everything is right, with you
After all that I've been through (yeah)
I ain't try to lose
This time of my life, with you
Baby I've had
I've had, the time of my life
Everything is right, with you
Baby take my hand
Cuz I wanna go on too
This time of my life, with you
Baby
[Repeat till fade..]
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@psychohpompos
This was one of my favorite songs when I was in 6th/7th grade, listening to it now gives me so much nostalgia
@psychohpompos
I decided to come back to this song while I study for my college exams π₯²π₯²π₯²
@jordanjaimonae
@Psychopompos that is beautiful. π I'm in college and listening to this song too its so beautiful I'm glad I stumbled upon it π₯² good luck with school π
@cameronfiege5547
When I was a kid with this album I used to skip past songs that werenβt the heavy rap, thinking they were old people songs, now Iβm grown and realized it is grown up music, takes a certain age to understand and my god does that age difference and maturity bring such a new life to songs you never thought twice about. I absolutely love this song. When music was pure passion and beautiful.
@patrickhollywood93
IM still rocking this. Takes me back to some dark times and this song was what kept me pushing, Blessed. heheheh love it.
@brandorutten6199
Same here brother
@deanpranteau8685
My bestfriend jumped out of a moving vehicle on his graduation night and died on scene, his mother was the chaperonΓ© that night and was there for his last breathes.. shortly after she passed of a broken heart π, this is the last song us 3 listened to while we to the beach <3 ill never forgot you good people <3
@jakban7435
My friend jumped out of hellfire fighter 12k feet above ground just minutes after getting promotion at 7/11 his whole family was there, i'll never forget those faces. There was another song playind in the background when we all been chilling back in the days. But i feel Your pain bro
@cyruscvz4680
sick life
@bsolonj9773
Be strong life is for the living