At age 4, Marie walked around with a play microphone, belting the theme song to Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” for anyone who would listen. At age 7, she started taking piano lessons, and at age 11, she began writing original songs. Over the next several years, Marie seized all performance opportunities she was given- playing her original songs in church services, local talent shows, See You At The Pole rallies, school performances, and numerous youth camps across the nation, with audiences ranging in number from 50-850. At just 16 years old, Marie received a standing ovation from a crowd of over 850 people and realized she was permanently hooked on music.
With a strong passion for her music and the determination for pursuing a career in this field, Marie moved to Nashville in 2005 to study commercial piano and voice at Belmont University. In the summer of 2006, Marie joined Stealing Scarlett, a newly formed rock band from her hometown, as their lead singer. With Stealing Scarlett, Marie performed at several local venues, youth gatherings, and a large citywide festival, even performing on a few occasions as a guest artist with other local bands. However, after a year with Stealing Scarlett, Marie decided that heavy rock music just wasn’t her style. She left the band to pursue a solo career and write more songs, while revamping and developing her own musical “sound.” Since this move, she has recorded a 5-song demo in OceanWay studios in Nashville and received over 36,000 song plays on her music Myspace page.
When asked to describe her original sound, Marie says, “It’s like Sara Bareilles and One Republic’s love child. I layer bluesy/rock vocals over pop/rock music, and have a heavy emphasis on the piano and classical string quartet.” Since she loves virtually all types of music, she is influenced by characteristics of several different genres. Her primary focus for her music, however, is the lyric. “My songs are just about as ‘me’ as it gets. The laughter, the heartbreak, the frustration, the search for love, discovering love- it’s all me. They’re as raw, as real, and as vulnerably emotional coming from my lips as they are on my heart- so it’s very important to me that the lyrics speak,” Marie says.
With big dreams and even bigger talent, this cheerful Southern belle is ready to take the music industry by storm. While most aspiring artists look for a lucky break, Marie has a different outlook. Flashing a huge smile, Marie says, “I can’t rely on luck. I was always taught that you create your own luck. ‘When preparedness meets opportunity, you’ll have your luck,’ my mom always said. I’ve spent years preparing for this. I’m still preparing. I’m simply waiting for my opportunity- the opportunity- to share my passion for music- maybe to inspire some to find their own passion. “ She pauses. “Passion… it’s all about passion,” she says. “My passion- my music- it’s who I am.”
Fireflies
Marie Hines Lyrics
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Guessing the turns fireflies burn
Tiptoe in time
Falling behind
Losing your way
Learning to pray
Blind masquerade
Waltzing in place
Weaving through space
Flashes of light
Season the night
Living is like
Chasing fireflies
Twisting the proof
Turning from youth
Laughing at fate
Swinging too late
Loosening lips
Lost battleships
Fighting the lies
Burning inside
(Chorus)
A gallery of could-be's
A library of would-be's
A destiny of should-be's
Waiting at your door
The mystery of maybe
A history of save me's
A risk worth taking
Waiting at your door
(Chorus)
Fire on your back, Sky painted black
Guessing the turns fireflies burn
"Fireflies" is a song by Marie Hines that reflects on the beauty and struggles of life. The first verse begins with the imagery of a dark sky and fireflies burning, representing the uncertainty and unpredictability of life. The second verse portrays the challenges of growing up and the realization that sometimes we may feel lost and have to learn to trust in a higher power. The chorus speaks to the idea that life is like chasing fireflies, full of fleeting moments of beauty that we have to cherish and appreciate.
The third verse refers to the idea of taking risks and facing the unknown, recognizing that sometimes we may fail or feel like we are too late to achieve our goals. The final verse brings the idea of chaos and confusion, recognizing that sometimes we may lose battles or struggle with internal conflicts, but it is important to keep fighting and not give up.
Overall, "Fireflies" is a song that encourages us to live in the moment and appreciate the beauty of life, even amidst the struggles and uncertainties.
Line by Line Meaning
Fire on your back, Sky painted black
You feel like you're under attack and overwhelmed, like fire is burning you, while the sky looks dark and gloomy.
Guessing the turns fireflies burn
You're unsure of where life will take you, just like trying to guess where fireflies will fly.
Tiptoe in time
You're trying to move forward cautiously, not wanting to make a mistake.
Falling behind
You feel like you're not keeping up with others or where you thought you'd be by now.
Losing your way
You're unsure of where to go or what to do next.
Learning to pray
You're seeking guidance and comfort from a higher power.
Brilliant parade
Life seems like a dazzling, magnificent event that's passing you by.
Blind masquerade
You're feeling like life is a confusing act, with everyone wearing masks and hiding their true selves.
Waltzing in place
You're stuck in one spot, not moving forward, but trying to dance through life anyway.
Weaving through space
You're trying to navigate your way through life's maze, with its twists and turns.
Flashes of light
Bright moments of joy, beauty, and inspiration in life.
Season the night
These flashes of light illuminate the dark, difficult times in life, making them more bearable.
Living is like
The experience of being alive is comparable to
Chasing fireflies
Trying to capture something beautiful and fleeting, like moments of happiness.
Twisting the proof
You're distorting reality or convincing yourself of something that's not quite true.
Turning from youth
You're growing up and leaving behind your younger, carefree self.
Laughing at fate
You're finding humor in the unpredictable twists and turns of life.
Swinging too late
You realize you missed an opportunity or made a mistake, but it's too late to change anything.
Loosening lips
You're letting your guard down, being more open and honest about how you feel.
Lost battleships
Things you once thought were important or valuable to you have been lost or abandoned.
Fighting the lies
You're struggling to overcome the false beliefs or expectations that you may have about yourself or others.
Burning inside
You're feeling intense emotions, passions, or desires that you can't quite express or act on.
A gallery of could-be's
All the potential paths your life could take.
A library of would-be's
All the things you wish you could do, but haven't.
A destiny of should-be's
All the expectations or obligations you feel are placed upon you by others or society.
Waiting at your door
All of these possibilities and expectations are looming, but you have yet to fully face or act on them.
The mystery of maybe
The unknown outcomes and possibilities of life and its choices.
A history of save me's
All the times you've needed help, support, or rescue from others, and how it has shaped your life.
A risk worth taking
Venturing out into life, even if it's uncertain or daunting, is worth the effort and potential reward.
Lyrics © Madonna Marie Ringel
Written by: Marie Hines
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