1.) Tinashe Fazakerley (b… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1.) Tinashe Fazakerley (born April 4, 1984), now professionally known as Rationale is a Zimbabwe-born British singer-songwriter, formerly known as Tinashé. He is known for his soulful R&B and indie pop style with electric influences. His alias Tinashé, was known for his synthpop sound and his African influences.
Fazakerley was born in the Harare township of Highfield. At the age of 9, he and his three siblings moved to the United Kingdom in the Camberwell district of London, where his single mother was working as a nurse. Later, at the age of 11, he moved to the London borough of Hackney and music began to play a more significant role in his life as he learned to play the guitar. His influences were varying, ranging from Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Pat Metheny, Donnie Hathaway and Al Green, to Tupac Shakur, A Tribe Called Quest and the Notorious B.I.G.
In 2010, after releasing two EPs and three singles, Fazakerley released the album Saved under the stage name Tinashé, but it had limited success.He took a break from singing and went on to become a songwriter and producer, working with producer Mark Crew, while writing songs for blues artist Rag'n'Bone Man, among others. He also wrote songs for the Swiss version of The Voice talent show.
In 2015, he relaunched his career as Rationale, releasing songs such as "Fast Lane" and "Something for Nothing" on Soundcloud and Spotify. It was on these streaming platforms that he gained notable recognition, with a mention by Pharrell Williams on his Apple Music Beats1 radio show, OTHERtone, calling him someone who had "found the beauty in their voice". This elevated Fast Lane to No. 2 within its first week on the Spotify Global Viral Chart, reached No. 1 on Hype Machine, and amassed more than 1.3 million views on Soundcloud. Rationale also received praise from Justin Timberlake and Elton John. He became one of the first artists to be signed to Dan Smith of Bastille's new record label, Best Laid Plans. His debut self-titled album is due for release in 2017, under exclusive license to Warner Music UK.
2.) Chicago pop-punk allies Dan Lambton (vocals, Real Friends), Joe Taylor and Ryan Rumchaks (guitar/vocals and drums, respectively, of Knuckle Puck) have aligned for rationale. They released their debut ep, "confines" on December 9, 2015.
Somewhere to Belong
Rationale Lyrics
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Hm, and it's funny now that you are gone I've finally found the words I need to say, to say
I'm still a dreamer
Just waiting for a hand to lead the way
I should be stronger
Deep down I'm a child still trying to find a way I can hide away
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
I'm a sinking ship without its oars, a troubled man without a cause to claim, ey
And maybe I will never find that all-elusive peace of mind again, again
I'm still a dreamer
Waiting for a hand to lead the way, oh ah
I should be stronger
Deep down I'm a child still trying to find a way, I can hide away
Somewhere to belong
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
Oh yeah yay
Oh ah oh
Somewhere to belong
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
To belong, yeah
Somewhere to belong
The lyrics to Rationale's song "Somewhere to Belong" touch on the universal human experience of trying to find one's place in the world. It begins with the singer reflecting on the songs that a former lover used to play for them, realizing that they now have the words to express the feelings that they previously struggled to articulate. The chorus expresses the singer's desire for a sense of belonging, repeating the phrase "somewhere to belong" several times. The verses carry on this theme, with the singer referring to themselves as a "sinking ship" and a "troubled man without a cause." They admit that they are still a dreamer and that deep down they are like a child, looking for a way to escape from the world. The song ends on a note of hope with the repeated phrase "somewhere to belong" serving as a reminder that even when we feel lost, we can still find a place to call home.
One interesting fact about "Somewhere to Belong" is that it was included on Rationale's debut album, also titled "Somewhere to Belong." This album was released in 2020 and featured a range of songs that explored themes of identity, belonging, and self-discovery. Another notable fact about this song is that it features a driving beat and an upbeat melody, which stands in contrast to the introspective nature of the lyrics. Some critics have noted that this juxtaposition creates a sense of tension that adds to the emotional impact of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I've been leaning on those tired songs you used to play to me
Recently, the only way I've been able to cope is by listening to the same songs you used to play for me
Hm, and it's funny now that you are gone I've finally found the words I need to say, to say
Ironically, now that you're no longer here, I've found the words I needed to express myself
I'm still a dreamer
I still have hopes and aspirations
Just waiting for a hand to lead the way
I need someone to guide me in the right direction
I should be stronger
I'm expected to be strong and independent
Deep down I'm a child still trying to find a way I can hide away
Truthfully, I'm still lost and trying to find a way to escape
Somewhere to belong
I desperately need a place where I feel like I fit in
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
(I truly desire a place where I feel included)
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
(I can't continue to navigate this world on my own)
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
(All I really need is to feel like I belong somewhere)
(All I really need is)
(All I truly need is a sense of belonging)
I'm a sinking ship without its oars, a troubled man without a cause to claim, ey
I'm like a helpless ship without any means of steering, a distressed person without a sense of purpose
And maybe I will never find that all-elusive peace of mind again, again
Perhaps I'll never be able to find that elusive inner peace again
Oh yeah yay
Expressing joy with excitement
Oh ah oh
Vocalizing sound that represents deep contemplation
To belong, yeah
To feel like I belong, expressing hope
Contributed by Grace E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@arcsnvrt
Lately I've been leaning on those tired songs you used to play to me
And it's funny now that you are gone I've finally found the words I need to say, to say
I'm just a dreamer
Just waiting for a hand to lead the way
I should be stronger
Deep down I'm a child still trying to find a way I can hide away
Somewhere to belong
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
I'm sinking ship without its oars, a troubled man without a cause to claim
And maybe I will never find that all-elusive peace of mind again, again
I'm just a dreamer
Waiting for a hand to lead the way, oh-ah
I should be stronger
Deep down I'm a child still trying to find a way I can hide away
Somewhere to belong
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
...
Somewhere to belong
(All I really want is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(I can't roam this world alone now, alone now)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is somewhere to belong)
Somewhere to belong
(All I really need is)
Somewhere to belong
To belong-yeah
Somewhere to belong
@dream_prophecies
How have these songs not got tens of millions of views. Rationale's time will come because they continue to stay true to the soul.
@arsenalmanic
this man's voice & songs are stunning. Been a fan for years
@catalanluke
Heard this one Love Island haha! Had to shazam it....such a tune!!
@pepsicola6232
Same!
@itsjustacne
exactly what I did hahah
@robertmilliken3545
Same here
@angelanashaat3565
Heart worker. A world blessed by your presence. Thank you. True artist.
@bibidibabidiboo
This is so beautifully done. I'm crying.
@y.decimal
I wish there was a language with vocabulary to accurately describe the beauty of music...
@sultanaola5570
The German language probably does