Simonsen began playing the piano by ear at an early age. His grandmother was a voice teacher and music was around him in his family home. He later studied music at Southern Oregon University, the University of Oregon and Portland State University.
Rob's first break into film composing was the independent feature Westender in 2003. In 2004 he teamed up with composer Mychael Danna and has provided additional music and arrangements on Surf's Up, Fracture, Moneyball, and the Oscar-winning Life of Pi. Simonsen and Danna co-wrote the score of (500) Days of Summer, and Joss Whedon's television series Dollhouse. Simonsen's work includes the Sundance Film Festival features The Way, Way Back and The Spectacular Now; the Lionsgate feature film The Age of Adaline; and most recently Love, Simon and Stargirl.
In 2009 he opened his own studio, and The Hollywood Reporter named him one of the "15 Composers Primed to Take Their Place on the A List."
Simonsen's music can be heard in nearly all iPhone 5 ads, and he appears in them as the conductor. "Red", one of his tracks for iPhone 5, has gained wide recognition. His music was featured in Coca-Cola's 2018 Super Bowl TV spot, "The Wonder of Us".
On September 6, 2019, Simonsen released his first solo album, Rêveries, on Sony Masterworks.
Awards:
World Soundtrack Award (nomination): Discovery of the Year for The Spectacular Now, The Way, Way Back (2013).
International Film Music Critics Award (nomination): Best Original Score for an Action/Adventure/Thriller Film for Nerve (2016)
Start Again
Rob Simonsen Lyrics
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Don't look back
Cause this is all we've got and time...
Won't wait for no one
So start again
Our Shadows
Streching out
Won't wait for no one
So start again
So start again
I lost you in a moment
You caught me in a dream
But if we can see the end
Then we can start a new beginning
so start again
Start again
So start again
Start again
Speak slowly
Savor every word
So we won't forget that time...
Won't wait for no one
Time won't wait for no one
So start again
So start again
So start again
So start again
So start again
The lyrics to Rob Simonsen's song "Start Again" request listeners to leave behind the past and move forward, as time won't wait for anyone. The opening verse, "Move forward, Don't look back, 'Cause this is all we've got and time...Won't wait for no one," calls for a focus on the present and future instead of dwelling on past events. The following verse, "Our Shadows, Stretching out, As the day dissolves and time...Won't wait for no one," further emphasizes the burning importance of time and the need to make the most of the present moment.
In the chorus, the phrase "So start again" is repeated four times, providing a clear call to action. The second verse, "I lost you in a moment, You caught me in a dream, But if we can see the end, Then we can start a new beginning," appears to be addressing a personal relationship. The singer suggests that despite some moments of loss and confusion, the end of the road is always visible, providing the opportunity to start over.
Line by Line Meaning
Move forward
Make progress in life
Don't look back
Do not dwell on past experiences
Cause this is all we've got and time...
Current moment is all we have and time is very precious
Won't wait for no one
Time does not wait for anyone
So start again
Restart and begin anew
Our Shadows
Represents our past experiences and darker aspects of ourselves
Streching out
All encompassing
As the day dissolves and time...
Represents the changing nature of time
I lost you in a moment
Lost vital relationships because of a mistake or lack of attention
You caught me in a dream
Stuck in a fantasy, ignoring reality
But if we can see the end
If we have the foresight to plan for possible outcomes
Then we can start a new beginning
We can use our failures and experiences to start a new chapter in life
Speak slowly
Be mindful of what you say
Savor every word
Appreciate the value of what you say
So we won't forget that time...
Time is fleeting, so live in the present and make the most of it
Time won't wait for no one
Reiterating the importance of making the most of every moment
So start again
Encouraging to restart with renewed energy and purpose
Contributed by Alexander M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mahdsaed
I m 60. After the movie,tranced by this, I felt soothing rare feeling in my heart. Very powerful song.
@odorlessflavorless
Pretty similar feelings I must agree 💯🥺
@user-bx5im6om2z
THE AGE OF ADALINE
One of the most wonderful films I have seen in my life, a very wonderful story that shakes the body of everyone who takes life seriously
@davidmaxwell5661
Totally agree...
@rizkibalki
After watching the movie.....i am in love with Adaline
@howchen8529
I am in love with her father in law
@sheilapalfrey5122
Me too
@asiane
Me too
@SharkFishSF
you mean Blake lively
@krishnamehra6605
me too