Going Public, by Martinique Johnson

Going Public

by Martinique Johnson

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1.	There's Too Many Out There 03:34	lyrics	buy track
“There’s too many out there” I barely knew your name Helpless to ease your pain The barriers I couldn’t see through Looking back what could I do There’s too many out there Drowning in the rain There’s too many hurting Looping the same refrain Hopeless Can’t see the light Broken No strength to fight Guilty I hung my head And my tears won’t ebb What kind of life had you led That each day you came to dread There’s too many out there Drowning in the rain There’s too many hurting Looping the same refrain Hopeless Can’t see the light Broken No strength to fight Shaking off the shame I’ll be the one to change Be the one to value Not look right through you ‘Cause There’s too many out there Drowning in the rain There’s too many hurting Looping the same refrain There’s too many out there Drowning in the rain There’s too many hurting Looping the same refrain Hopeless Can’t see the light Broken No strength to fight Even if you’re broken the pieces can be put back right Even if you’re broken don’t give up the fight
2.	Chance Encounter 03:34	lyrics	buy track
“Chance Encounter” It was a chance encounter, when he found her How He Met her, through a friend of a friend Easy laughter, he could be himself around her How could he know the change of season would bring it to an end Colors turned, leaves descended, descended In the golden shimmer of Fall His heart heard the call wind turned cold snowflakes began to blow, to blow Without a word she would go Nothing left to know Living dreams making plans Walking hand in hand Pictured it all so grand was it all in his head It was a instant attraction, felt a chemical reaction Should he have known his feelings weren’t reciprocated Colors turned leaves descended, descended In the golden shimmer of Fall His heart heard the call wind turned cold snowflakes began to blow, to blow Without a word she would go Nothing left to know It was the end of November When his heart first felt the tremors Since he truly loved her he’d have to let her go Maybe in the spring, when leaves all turned green when the birds began to sing They’d reunite once again Colors turned leaves descended, descended In the golden shimmer of Fall His heart heard the call It was a chance encounter When He found her How could He know the change of season would bring it to an end
3.	I Feel At Home (Back In Boston) 03:44	lyrics	buy track
“I Feel at Home (Back in Boston)” I moved so many times At different points in my life Sometimes for love School, work or fun Sometimes for reasons not my own though I’ve adjusted to each address And haven’t had any regrets Where I feel at home Know what’s going on is up in Boston out on the Common A cup of Dunkin in my hand Fireworks at the Hatch shell After the sun fell the Esplanade is where I stand Fenway’s green monster Starting the summer Hearing all the screaming fans Where I feel at home Walkin’ past the Harbor A roll of some lobster Butter dripping down my hand Beeping at the traffic don’t think I can stand it Getting to the Vineyard As fast as I can Berkshires ablaze with color Everything covered The crisp air an old familiar friend The snow’s engulfed the stop sign How will I find time to dig out of the snow, the salt, the sand The car would slide down the street I think I’ll just hop on the T Looking back through rose colored lenses I do remember it wasn’t all perfect Hard times peppered warm memories But somehow it didn’t erase the feeling Where I feel at home know what’s going on It was the Boston Garden back when I started The Celtics were the team you understand Larry Bird was wicked awesome He was the player in demand Frozen pudding at the creamery Up at Revere Beach Old roads and endless trees Sipping frappes at Friendly’s So much of the history Remember it all clearly Where I feel at home Know what’s going on Back in Boston Out on the Common A cup of Dunkin in my hand
4.	Who Are You 03:44	lyrics	buy track
What do I hope to gain by knowing you The one who never knew me What do I hope to learn by seeking you The one who never sought me Some say that you can’t miss what you never known I believed it And yet this nagging feeling inside of me grows Who are you that loved me into being Who are you that you could leave and renounce the feeling What have you done what have you become Do I want to know What do I hope to feel when asking for The answers I didn’t know I’d need What do I hope you’ll say seeing your face Sorry for the wasted memories Some say that you can’t miss what you never known I believed it And yet this nagging feeling inside of me grows Who are you that loved me into being Who are you that you could leave and renounce the feeling What have you done What have you become Do I want to know I hope for a connection Missed opportunities notwithstanding I hope for your attention Some reassurance that you are still human Some reassurance it wasn’t for nothing Who was it that helped to mold me When people ask I want to finally know my story Who are you that loved me into being Who are you that you could leave and renounce the feeling What have you done What have you become Do I want to know Is it too late to know Will you walk with me down that road Who are you Who are you
5.	I'll Get You Through It (The Storm) 04:17	lyrics	buy track
“I’ll Get You Through It” The forecast is looking bleak A bit of shelter is what you seek A respite from the pounding Of life’s hail stones You want the storm to go away You can’t withstand another day But through the rain God he will intone Though the storm has just begun You gotta brace yourself I’ll get you through it The storm is oh so strong Don’t you hold your breath You can dance right through it The lighting and the thunder just distractions I’ll tear asunder I know you want to bypass it and you’re asking why this keep happening The waves are crashing over you Almost drowned will you make it through Tossed and blown by high seas and maelstroms On darkest nights the stars shine bright Hope in God helps you abide It’s his whisper that makes the sea calm Though the storm has just begun You gotta brace yourself I’ll get you through it The storm is oh so strong Don’t you hold your breath You can dance right through it The lighting and the thunder just distractions I’ll tear asunder I know you want to bypass it and you’re asking why this keep happening After the storm is done refreshment comes from the sun You’ve grown in strength and beauty Your vision is back on me Though the storm has just begun You gotta brace yourself I’ll get you through it The storm is oh so strong Don’t you hold your breath You can dance right through it The lighting and the thunder just distractions he can tear asunder I know you want to bypass it and you’re asking why this keep happening I know you want to bypass it God has equipped you to outlast it Though the storm has just begun You gotta brace yourself I’ll get you through it The storm is oh so strong Don’t you hold your breath You can dance right through it
6.	Going Public 04:53	lyrics	buy track
“Going Public” You don’t know what I’m meant to be You don’t know the reason that I sing You don’t know the words shut in my mouth You don’t know what I must announce You wonder what I’m doing here Running with the big boys coming up from the rear Let me make something clear This time I’m walking through the fear I’m going public with what’s inside Melodies and words flitting through my mind There’s a greater cause Worth more than your opinions and your thoughts I must Proclaim You’re going to know my name... because Despite my flaws I’m going public I must admit It’s safer to hide I must admit it’s frightening to confide I must admit I’d rather let gift reside Leaving it in the corners of my mind Except the words are fire deep in my bones I must let them out and make them known Naysayers, ill wishers are just passing through You don’t know that I’ve got a job to do I’m going public with what’s inside Melodies and words flitting through my mind There’s a greater cause Worth more than your opinions and your thoughts I must Proclaim You’re going to know my name... because Despite my flaws I’m going public Hearing what you believe Feeling memories take hold the music hits your heart The words begin to stir your soul I think now you know I think now you know I’m going public with what’s inside Melodies and words flitting through my mind There’s a greater cause Worth more than your opinions and your thoughts I must Proclaim You’re going to know my name... because Despite my flaws I’m going public
7.	Merry Christmas Around the World 04:11	lyrics	buy track
The end of December’s almost here Where’s all the holiday cheer What is the meaning of the special day Is it about just gift getting Making a list and letting Others dictate whether our skies are blue or gray Tell me why the people say Merry Christmas Feliz Navidad Buon Natale Feliz Natal Happy Christmas Vrolijk Kerstfeest Joyeux Noël Nollaig Shona Dhuit Is it competing deck the halls People ransacking the mall A man in a red suit driving a sleigh Is it singing Christmas carols Pretty lights and hark the herald Could there be more to this special day Why do the people say Maligayang Pasko Mele Kalikimaka Glædig Jul Kala Christougenna Merry Christmas Frochliche Weinachten Happy Christmas Nadolig Llawen He looked down from above Sending all his love Seeing the babe in the hay Tiny and far away Hosanna.... what’s in store He’s here to save let us adore Hallelujah... glorify the Lord Watch the story unfurl Merry Christmas Feliz Navidad Buon Natale Feliz Natal Happy Christmas Vrolijk Kerstfeest Joyeux Noël Nollaig Shona Dhuit Now the story’s been told It’s not just presents and bows He was the king of kings They brought a treasure trove He was the hope we were missing Our chance for redeeming Our relationship with God The Greatest gift sent to us The season of giving and love Merry Christmas Feliz Navidad Buon Natale Feliz Natal Happy Christmas Vrolijk Kerstfeest Joyeux Noël Nollaig Shona Dhuit Maligayang Pasko Mele Kalikimaka Glædig Jul Kala Christougenna Merry Christmas Frochliche Weinachten Happy Christmas Nadolig Llawen Sing merry Christmas every boy and girl And sing merry Christmas around the world

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Going Public is Martinique’s debut EP. Each song brings the listener closer to the heart of Martinique and her faith and what places, values and experiences has influenced her as a Singer /Songwriter.

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released January 10, 2020

Music and lyrics: Martinique Johnson
Vocals: Martinique Johnson
Beat maker: Dretek20; Marcus Duane Boyd Jr.
Executive Producer: Lady Atiya
Recorded At: Lady A Studios
Engineer: Marcus Duane Boyd Jr.; Lady Atiya
Graphic Design: Dretek20; Scott Johnson
Record Label: Tinuviel Studios
Manager: Scott Johnson

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Martinique Johnson Kennebunk, Maine

Martinique loves music, language and the power words and lyrics that speak into our lives. Whether it be singer/songwriter, interpreting languages or learning something about a new culture or place, Martinique gives her whole heart.Her music is a celebration of culture and a deep expression of spirituality from the heart, Martinique brings a depth and breadth to songwriting that uplifts the soul. ... more