After studying musical theater at the Guildford School of Acting he starred in several musicals, including Spring Awakening, The Producers, Candide and Children of Eden.
In June 2013 he joined the cast of the London production of the musical Les Misérables in the role of Marius Pontmercy and remained on the show until its 30th anniversary. At the same time has also brought forward other projects, such as a concert to celebrate the work of Marvin Hamlisch at the St. James Theatre in London in July 2014 and a special concert version of Stephen Schwartz musical Godspell staged at the Lyric Theatre.
On February 12, 2016 he left the cast of Les Misérables and joined the musical "Titanic". In June of 2016 he released his first CD "Rob Houchen".
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Rob Houchen Lyrics
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Ah ah
Ah
Ah ah
I'm through with digging
For fools gold
I found my riches
Close to defeated
But now I know
I got more
I got more to me
Ah ah
Not wasting tears
On bitter sweet
They'd only dry in a heartbeat
I'm heading east
I ain't dragging my feet
Cos I got more
I got more to me
I got more to me
I got more
I got more to me
I got more
Now I'm done with all the questions
About my history
I got plenty
I got more
And I got more to me
Ah ah
Got no use
Living shut out from the cold
That storm is heating
The damage to my soul
Tried out the scriptures
And the writings from the wise
Cos I got more
I got more in my life
I got more to me
I got more
I got more to me
I got more
Now I'm done with all the questions
About my history
I got plenty
I got more
And I got more to me
I used to see a river
Now it's just a stream
My visions getting clearer
I know what's ahead of me
Used to see river
Now it's just a stream
My visions getting clearer
I got all the strength I need
I got more to me
I got more
I got more to me
I got more
Now I ain't afraid of dreaming
When I know it's within reach
I got plenty
I got more
And I got more
I got more to me
I got more
I got more to me
I got more
Now I ain't afraid of dreaming
When I know it's within reach
I got plenty
I got more
And I got more to me
Rob Houchen's song More is a powerful anthem that talks about finding one's true self and moving on from past mistakes and losses. The first two lines of the song, 'I'm through with digging for fools gold, I found my riches in stories untold', clearly depicts the artist's mindset of no longer chasing after temporary pleasures but finding true worth in experiences and stories that shape his life.
The lyric 'Close to defeated but now I know, I got more' conveys the message of overcoming personal battles and finding a renewed sense of hope and purpose. He is no longer wasting tears on the past but instead moving forward, determined to achieve his goals.
The artist has no use for living in isolation and letting the coldness of the outside world affect him. He looks towards the writings of wise people to find inspiration and strength. The line 'Now I'm done with all the questions about my history, I got plenty, I got more' symbolizes the mind space that the artist has reached, where he is no longer bogged down by the weight of his past.
The song is a message of resilience and optimism, a reminder that there is always more to oneself than meets the eye.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah
Introductory sound with no meaningful words.
Ah ah
Repeating the introductory sound with no meaningful words.
Ah
Repeating the introductory sound with no meaningful words.
Ah ah
Repeating the introductory sound with no meaningful words.
I'm through with digging
I am no longer searching in vain.
For fools gold
I no longer waste my time searching for worthless things.
I found my riches
I have found my treasure.
In stories untold
I discovered my wealth in unexplored narratives.
Close to defeated
I was almost conquered.
But now I know
But now I am aware.
I got more
I discovered I am more than I thought.
I got more to me
I possess undiscovered potential.
Not wasting tears
I refuse to shed tears.
On bitter sweet
On things which bring pleasure and pain.
They'd only dry in a heartbeat
They will only disappear quickly.
I'm heading east
I am moving forward towards a better place.
I ain't dragging my feet
I am not hesitating anymore.
Got no use
I have no need for something.
Living shut out from the cold
Living isolated from the harsh realities of life.
That storm is heating
The difficulty is intensifying.
The damage to my soul
The pain caused some emotional wounds.
Tried out the scriptures
I have taken advice from sacred texts.
And the writings from the wise
And those from the sages.
Cos I got more
Because I deserve better.
I got more in my life
My life will be more meaningful.
Now I'm done with all the questions
I do not entertain any queries anymore.
About my history
Regarding my past experiences.
I got plenty
I have ample amount of something.
And I got more
And I am more than just that.
Used to see river
I used to see something big.
Now it's just a stream
Now it does not seem significant anymore.
My visions getting clearer
I have a better understanding of my future.
I know what's ahead of me
I am aware of what awaits me.
I got all the strength I need
I have unexplored fortitude.
Now I ain't afraid of dreaming
Now, I am not scared of having aspirations.
When I know it's within reach
When I have the capability to achieve them.
I got plenty
I have more than enough.
And I got more
And I deserve better.
I got more to me
I have a lot potential.
I got more
I am more than just what I used to be.
I got more to me
I am a force with unexplored possibilities.
I got more
I am beyond what they see.
I got more to me
I am a trailblazer with unfathomed capabilities.
Writer(s): R. Ortolani, N. Oliviero;, Ital. Lyric: M. Ciorciolini;, N. Newell
Contributed by Isabelle J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Zalihe Yoncu
YASSS rob smashing those vocals
nick wright
Really enjoyed this Rob. Great song and you have a wonderful voice. Would you consider covering " Lost love " ? Link attached. https://youtu.be/hR8KvCB6IAs
harvey losito
vocals!