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.
You're Here
Macy Gray Lyrics
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It's been a long time since I've had you near my dear
Come on inside get away from the cold wind that's blowin
Gonna let you know,that
I'm so glad you're here
I worried about'ya
I'm so glad you're here
I'm so glad you're here
It's good to see ya baby
I'm so glad you're here
Leave your troubles out
Yeah they come to mind every time I see you around town
Be frontin like ya got it all together
But I'm no better
Baby it's you and I forever
Woah love, ain't nothin' changed
We're still hopeless together
Woah,oh
I wish you were goin, for I'm doomed if you stay
It's okay
I need you anyways
It's okay
Yeah yeah
It's okay
And I need you, Anyway
And I'm so happy you're here
I'm so glad you're here
I'm so glad you're here
Together
I'm so glad you're here
I'm so glad you're here
The lyrics of Macy Gray's "You're Here" seem to express the happiness and relief that comes with the presence of a loved one. The song starts with Macy expressing her joy at being reunited with someone significant in her life. She makes reference to the length of time since she last saw this person, highlighting the fact that they have been physically apart for a while, perhaps due to distance or some other obstacle. Nonetheless, she seems to be ecstatic about their reunion, inviting the person inside their sanctuary.
In the second verse, Macy begs her visitor to leave their troubles outside and to forget about them for the time being. She acknowledges the fact that both of them have been through a lot, but her desire to be with the person outweighs any difficulties they may have faced. Macy reminds her visitor that they are in this together, even though they may appear to have it all worked out on their own. She declares that they are "hopeless together," perhaps alluding to the fact that they are not perfect individuals, but together they make a perfect pair.
In the chorus, she repeats the phrase "I'm so glad you're here" several times, emphasizing the depth of her joy and gratitude towards the presence of this person. At the end of the song, she reiterates the phrase "I'm so glad you're here" several more times, bringing the song to a close on a powerful and emotional note.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so happy you're here
Expressing great joy at the presence of the person.
It's been a long time since I've had you near my dear
It's been a while since we last saw each other.
Come on inside get away from the cold wind that's blowin
Inviting the person to come inside and escape the harsh weather.
Gonna let you know, that I'm so glad you're here
Reiterating that the person's presence is deeply appreciated.
Leave your troubles out
Suggesting that the person should forget about their problems for a while.
Yeah they come to mind every time I see you around town
The person's issues are constantly on the singer's mind.
Be frontin like ya got it all together
Implying that the person is pretending to be okay, despite their struggles.
But I'm no better
The artist is equally flawed and imperfect.
Baby it's you and I forever
Their bond is unbreakable.
Woah love, ain't nothin' changed
Their love remains unaltered.
We're still hopeless together
They are still imperfect and unable to solve their problems alone.
Woah,oh I wish you were goin, for I'm doomed if you stay
Sometimes their union can cause problems, but the artist still needs the other person.
It's okay, I need you anyways
Despite the challenges, the singer still wants the person in their life.
Yeah yeah It's okay
Reiterating that everything is fine despite the challenges.
And I need you, Anyway
Again expressing the singer's need for the other person.
And I'm so happy you're here
Reiterating the joy of the person's presence.
I'm so glad you're here Together
Their union is stronger together.
I'm so glad you're here
Utter joy and happiness at the presence of the person.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Renee Natalie Hinds, Joe Solo, Trevor Anthony Lawrence, Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Cassandra Louise O'Neal
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Redemption Song - Macy Gray - Lyrics
Old pirates, yes, they rob I
Sold out to the merchant ships
Minutes after they took I
From the bottomless pit
But my hand was made strong
By the hand of the Almighty
We forward in this generation
Triumphantly
Won't you help me sing
These songs of freedom?
It’s all I ever have
Redemption songs
Redemption songs
Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery
None but ourselves can free our minds
Have no fear for atomic energy
'Cause none of them can stop the time
How long shall they kill our prophets
While we stand aside and look?
Some say it's just a part of it
We've got to fulfill the book
Won't you help me sing
These songs of freedom?
It’s all I ever have
Redemption songs
Redemption songs
It’s all I ever have
Redemption songs
Redemption songs
It’s all I ever have
Redemption songs