Born in Boston, Massachusetts, she moved to Australia to play a featured role in the Australian production of Hair. Hines was then approached to play Mary Magdalene in the Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Hines became the first black woman to play Mary Magdalene, and achieved a second major success.
A record contract followed and her first single released in 1974 was a cover version of James Taylor's "Fire And Rain". Most of her hit singles were released between 1976 and 1979, and included her cover versions of the Burt Bacharach/Hal David song "I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself", and The Rolling Stones' "Jumpin' Jack Flash", and "What I Did For Love" (from A Chorus Line). Her biggest hit was the single that made number 2 in the charts in Australia: "You"; an up-tempo dance song, later covered in the United States by Rita Coolidge.
She continued to record and achieved a few more hits including the dance track "Your Love Still Brings Me To My Knees" in the eighties. "Flashdance, What A Feeling" (originally recorded by Irene Cara), and "Time of Our Lives" were both hits for Hines in 1999.
I'm Coming Out
Marcia Hines Lyrics
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I'm coming
I'm coming out
I'm coming out
I'm coming out
I'm coming out
I'm coming out
Got to let it show
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
I got to let it show
There's a new me coming out
And I just had to live
And I want to give
I'm completely positive
I think this time around
I am gonna do it
Like you never do it
Like you never knew it
Ooh, I'll make it through
The time has come for me
To break out of the shell
I have to shout
That I'm coming out
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
Got to let it show
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
I got to let it show
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
Got to let it show
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
I got to let it show
I've got to show the world
All that I want to be
And all my possibilities
There's so much more to me
Somehow, I have to make them
Just understand
I got it well in hand
And, oh, how I've planned
I'm spreadin' love
There's no need to fear
And I just feel so glad
Every time I hear:
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
Got to let it show
I'm coming out
I want the world to know
I got to let it show
The song "I'm Coming Out" by Marcia Hines is a powerful anthem about coming out and being true to oneself. The repeated line "I'm coming out" serves as a declaration of the singer's self-discovery and newfound confidence. The song is a celebration of identity and self-expression, with the chorus declaring the singer's desire to let the world know who they truly are.
The opening lines of the song emphasize the singer's intentions to come out and be seen for who they are. The repetition of the phrase "I'm coming out" serves as a call to action, urging the listener to join in on the singer's journey of self-discovery. The second verse emphasizes the singer's optimism and newfound sense of positivity as they embark on this new phase of their life.
The bridge of the song emphasizes the singer's determination and the hard work they have put in to get to this point. The lines "I've got to show the world / All that I want to be / And all my possibilities" highlight the singer's sense of ambition and their belief that they can achieve anything they set their mind to. Overall, "I'm Coming Out" is an inspiring song about self-confidence, embracing one's true self, and finding the courage to be seen.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm coming out
I am ready to reveal my true self to the world
I'm coming
I am on my way, ready to make my presence known
I want the world to know
I want everyone to understand and accept who I truly am
Got to let it show
I cannot hide or suppress this part of myself any longer
There's a new me coming out
I have changed and evolved, and am ready to show the world my true self
And I just had to live
I have had to go through experiences and challenges to reach this point of self-discovery
And I want to give
I have something to offer the world, and am ready to share it with others
I'm completely positive
I am confident and sure of my decision to come out
I think this time around
In the past, I may have kept this part of myself hidden, but now I am ready to reveal it
I am gonna do it
I am determined to come out and live my life authentically
Like you never do it
I am going to do it in a way that is unique to me and my experience, not like anyone else
Like you never knew it
I am going to surprise people with my true self, because they may not have expected this from me
Ooh, I'll make it through
I am strong enough to face any challenges or negativity that may come my way
The time has come for me
It is the right moment for me to share this part of myself
To break out of the shell
I am shedding my old identity and breaking free from expectations and limitations
I have to shout
I need to make my voice heard and make a statement
I've got to show the world
It is important to me to prove myself and show others what I am capable of
All that I want to be
I have dreams and goals for my life, and am not afraid to pursue them openly
And all my possibilities
I am excited about the potential for my future and all that I can achieve
There's so much more to me
I am a complex, multifaceted individual with many layers to my identity
Somehow, I have to make them
I need to find a way to help others understand and accept my true self
Just understand
I ask for empathy and open-mindedness from those around me
I got it well in hand
I am in control and confident about my coming out process
And, oh, how I've planned
I have thought carefully about my coming out journey and have taken steps to ensure its success
I'm spreadin' love
My coming out is an act of love for myself and for the people around me
There's no need to fear
I hope to dispel any fears or misunderstandings that people may have about my true self
And I just feel so glad
I am filled with joy and relief to finally come out and live freely
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NILE RODGERS, BERNARD EDWARDS
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