Out Here On My Own
Irene Cara · Other Songs - Irene Cara
Where I've been
Who I am, do I fit in?
Make-believing is hard alone
Out here, on my own
We're always proving
Who we are
Always reaching
For that rising star
To guide me far
And shine me home
Out here on my own
When I'm down and feeling blue
I close my eyes so I can be with you
Oh, baby, be strong for me
Baby, belong to me
Help me through
Help me need you
Until the morning sun appears
Making light of all my fears
I dry the tears I've never shown
out here on my own
But when I'm down and feeling blue
I close my eyes so I can be with you
Oh, baby, be strong for me
Baby, belong to me
Help me through
Help me need you
Sometimes I wonder
Where I've been
Who I am, do I fit in?
I may not win
But I can't be thrown
Out here on my own
Out here
On my own
Out Here On My Own
Irene Cara's 1983 single "Out Here On My Own" stands as a defining track from her early solo career, preceding her massive global success with "Fame." Recorded in the pop and disco era, the song showcases Cara's signature vocal style, blending upbeat rhythms with a melodic structure that emphasized her powerful voice. While often overshadowed by her later work, this recording highlights her ability to craft catchy, dance-oriented pop music during the height of the disco revival. The track was released alongside other singles from her debut year, including "Don't Wanna Let Go" and "Falling In Love," establishing her presence in the charts before she became synonymous with the film "Fame." Its production reflects the polished sound typical of early 1980s pop recordings, capturing the energy and optimism of the era.