On April 19, 2005, he released a solo album, ...Something to Be. This marked the first time that a male artist from a rock or pop group has debuted at No 1 with their first solo album since Billboard introduced the chart 50 years ago. His first single off that album, Lonely No More, reached No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In January 2007, Rob Thomas released a single entitled Little Wonders , which he wrote for the Disney movie Meet the Robinsons.
In June of 2009 he released his 2nd solo album titled Cradlesong
Funny
Rob Thomas Lyrics
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Saw the best in the worst times
Had a run with some good lines
All fear and alibi
Had a laugh for a good while
And all my tears were crocodile
I came down hard a million miles away
And here I am
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Life is funny that way
That way
I was raised on a fault line
Thought the faults were all mine
I drank so hard, I almost died
Most of the time
And what the hell do I know
When I just go where the wind blows?
All this time and all I know
Is I don't know so much
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Oh, now I never thought that I was enough
I never thought I pulled my weight
I painted the lines until I was drawn
But I'm not sure that it looks like me
I was born on a bad sign
Saw the best in the worst times
Singing all of the wrong lines all my life
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Oh, life is funny that way
That way
The lyrics in "Funny" by Rob Thomas talk about how life can be unpredictable and difficult at times, but there is always a glimmer of hope and joy to be found in the midst of it all. In the first verse, the singer describes how he has experienced both good and bad times but has always managed to find humor in the midst of it all. He acknowledges that life can be tough and uncertain at times, but he still chooses to appreciate the present moment with the person he loves. The chorus talks about how life can be both beautiful and unpredictable, and how the singer would choose to live it all over again, regardless of the outcome.
The second verse explores the idea that the singer has struggled with his own sense of self-worth and has turned to substance abuse as a way to cope in the past. He describes feeling lost and directionless, unsure of what he truly believes or wants out of life. In the end, he comes to the realization that he doesn't have to have all the answers, and it's okay to just go with the flow and see where life takes him.
Overall, "Funny" is a song about finding joy and gratitude in the midst of life's uncertainties and challenges. It encourages listeners to embrace the present moment and appreciate the people and experiences that bring them happiness, regardless of what the future may hold.
Line by Line Meaning
I was born on a bad sign
I have always had bad luck and difficult situations in my life
Saw the best in the worst times
Despite the difficult times, I always tried to look at the bright side
Had a run with some good lines
There were moments when things went well for me
All fear and alibi
I have been afraid and made excuses for myself in the past
Had a laugh for a good while
I have had moments of joy and laughter
And all my tears were crocodile
My tears were not genuine, but just for show
I came down hard a million miles away
I have been through a lot and felt far removed from my problems at times
And here I am
Despite it all, I am still here standing
So let it fall around our feet
Let all the chaos and problems fall at our feet, and we'll face them together
I'm with you and you're with me
We are in this together
And you're the only one I think about these days
You are constantly on my mind
We may win or we may lose
We don't know what the future holds, but we are ready for any outcome
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
Despite the challenges, I wouldn't change a thing
And how I feel could never fade
My feelings for you are strong and will never diminish
Life is funny that way
Life has a way of throwing unexpected twists and turns at us
I was raised on a fault line
I have been raised in an unstable environment
Thought the faults were all mine
I felt responsible for all the problems that arose
I drank so hard, I almost died
I turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism and it almost killed me
Most of the time
This was a common occurrence
And what the hell do I know
I don't have all the answers
When I just go where the wind blows?
I tend to just go with the flow, without much thought or direction
All this time and all I know
Despite all the experiences, I don't feel like I know anything for certain
Is I don't know so much
There is still so much I have yet to learn
Oh, now I never thought that I was enough
I always felt like I fell short and was never good enough
I never thought I pulled my weight
I felt like I wasn't contributing enough to life or to my relationships
I painted the lines until I was drawn
I tried to fit into certain molds or expectations, until I lost myself in the process
But I'm not sure that it looks like me
I am not sure if the person I have become is really who I am
Singing all of the wrong lines all my life
I have made a lot of mistakes and taken the wrong path at times
Oh, life is funny that way
Life can be ironic and unexpected
That way
Despite it all, we keep moving forward with no guarantees, but hoping for the best
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Robert Thomas
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Zaie Hamzah
I was born on a bad sign
Saw the best in the worst times
Had a run with some good lines
All fear and alibi
Had a laugh for a good while
And all my tears were crocodile
I came down hard a million miles away
And here I am
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Life is funny that way
That way
I was raised on a fault line
Thought the faults were all mine
I drank so hard, I almost died
Most of the time
And what the hell do I know
When I just go where the wind blows?
All this time and all I know
Is I don't know so much
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
[Bridge:]
Now I never thought that I was enough
I never thought I pulled my weight
I painted the lines until I was drawn
But I'm not sure that it looks like me
I was born on a bad sign
Saw the best in the worst times
Singing all of the wrong lines all my life
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Oh, life is funny that way
That way
OliviaOlive
I’m 13, but Rob is and always will be my favorite singer ❤️
James Horchler
I am 68 years old and I have to say Rob Thomas is one of the best song writers ever. Great arrangements , great voice and a ton of soul.
D J
The entire album is amazing! Well done Rob!
James Pond
I was ready for disappointment for some and about 5 songs on this album blow me away.
AAV29
Turning 40 and listening to how this song perfectly encapsulates all I'm feeling at this Fearful and Funny and Fleeting Moment in my Life.
Bob Becker
“Funny” how much I LOVE this album. Lyrics can bring such emotion…Thanks Rob!
336 Ballistics
Rob I have been following you and Matchbox 20 since you guys were preforming at Ziggy’s in Winston Salem NC. Your song “ Now Comes the Night” was mine and my wife’s wedding song. I love the new music and I’m proud of your journey. Keep it up brother
hyutyub
The grave digger Bro ... I used to go to Ziggys
Zaie Hamzah
I was born on a bad sign
Saw the best in the worst times
Had a run with some good lines
All fear and alibi
Had a laugh for a good while
And all my tears were crocodile
I came down hard a million miles away
And here I am
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Life is funny that way
That way
I was raised on a fault line
Thought the faults were all mine
I drank so hard, I almost died
Most of the time
And what the hell do I know
When I just go where the wind blows?
All this time and all I know
Is I don't know so much
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
[Bridge:]
Now I never thought that I was enough
I never thought I pulled my weight
I painted the lines until I was drawn
But I'm not sure that it looks like me
I was born on a bad sign
Saw the best in the worst times
Singing all of the wrong lines all my life
[Chorus:]
So let it fall around our feet
I'm with you and you're with me
And you're the only one I think about these days
We may win or we may lose
All I know is that I'd choose it all again
And how I feel could never fade
Oh, life is funny that way
That way
LizinTexas
Thank You!