Their first appearance was on the soundtrack to Savage Steve Holland's first feature film "Better Off Dead". Thinkman was conceived about a year before as a 'front' for producer Rupert Hine following his three solo albums in the first half of the 1980s. The three other band members that appeared with Hine both on their videos and limited live performances were actors.
Rupert Hine and his collaborator, Jeannette-Thérese Obstoj, had originally planned a feature film that coincided with Rupert Hine's signing to Island Records. In the original script here were some 40 Thinkman in total, and their role was that of media terrorists. Reportedly the budget spiraled and it was felt prudent to put the movie on hold and start by releasing the 'soundtrack' first. The album was called 'The Formula' and it became one of Rupert Hine's best-sellers. Whilst the actors made no appearance on the album, Jamie West-Oram from The Fixx and Stewart Copeland from The Police did. Guest vocals on the title track from one of Rupert Hine's favorite artists at the time, Lisa Dalbello, from Canada.
The second album, 'Life is a Full Time Occupation', was released two years later. Accompanied by the same actors for both visuals and promotion, the album was a hybrid between the modd of 'The Formula' and a 'dance' energy arrangement. The lyrical content was also split between the 'media-terrorist' songs and something altogether lighter.
The third and final album, 'Hard Hat Zone', took several further steps away from the origins of the band and became effectively a Rupert Hine solo album. Though one video was made with the same cast, the 'look' no longer worked. Lyrically, the songs were mostly reflective of environmental issues from the title track's reference to the state of the planet to an ode to the plight of the whales entitled 'November Whale'.
Never a Tear
Thinkman Lyrics
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I want to share your secrets
And every moment of pain and sorrow.
I want to feel your strength
Total reason total cause
Complete with your own laws.
You are a fighter in the moonlight
And there's never a tear
Never a tear in your eye
There's never a fear
Never a fear in your heart or your soul
Or your mind.
I want to touch you when we're alone
No one could hold you
You'd soon escape.
I need to know you, join you
But I, only know your name.
You deal with tragedy
So naturally
Embrace it all in your stride.
And every step you take, your faith increases
Oh won't you please be my guide
Never panic, never fail
Defeat is no hero's tale.
You are a dreamer facing daylight
And you know just why you were born
And there's never a tear
Never a tear in your eye
There's never a fear
Never a fear in your heart or your soul
Or your mind.
I want to touch you when we're alone
No one could hold you
You'd soon escape
I need to know you, join you
But I, only know your name
You never beg, never borrow
Never lie, you've got your honor
There's no dilemma, no suspicion
Only truth and inspiration
You are a fighter in the moonlight
You are a dreamer facing daylight
The lyrics of Thinkman's "Never A Tear" indicate the admiration of the singer towards another person who seems to possess an extraordinary level of resilience and strength. The singer not only wants to follow this person but also to share all the secrets, pain, and sorrow that come along the way. This reveals the strong desire to get close to this person - to touch them and know them better -but the only thing the singer knows is their name.
The song further characterizes the individual as a fighter who stands tall even during the most challenging phases of life. The phrase 'in the moonlight' suggests that this person is not the kind who would shy away from difficulties, but instead, they face them head-on. The verse 'never a tear in your eye, never a fear in your heart, and your soul or your mind' portrays an individual who is emotionally stable and does not let anything bring them down. The singer believes that this person can be their guide, and by following them, they can also become resilient and strong.
The lyrics go on further to describe this person as a dreamer and someone who has a clear vision and purpose in life. This person does not beg, borrow, or lie and upholds their honor. They are inspiring and operate only from a place of truth, which makes them an exceptional individual.
Overall, the song "Never A Tear" is a powerful tribute to a person who possesses extraordinary strength, resilience, and honor. It portrays them as a guiding light for others who seek to develop the same qualities in themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to follow you through tomorrow
I want to accompany you in the future
I want to share your secrets
I want you to trust me enough to share your secrets with me
And every moment of pain and sorrow.
I want to be with you in good and bad times
I want to feel your strength
I want to experience your resilience and inner power
Total reason total cause
You have a clear purpose and a logical mind
Complete with your own laws.
You have a unique set of principles that guide you
You are a fighter in the moonlight
You are brave and tenacious even in difficult situations
Head held high right through the storm.
You face challenges with courage and confidence
And there's never a tear
You do not show signs of weakness or vulnerability
Never a tear in your eye
You do not cry even in tough times
There's never a fear
You do not feel scared or intimidated
Never a fear in your heart or your soul
You face your fears with strength and conviction
Or your mind.
You do not let negative thoughts control you
I want to touch you when we're alone
I want to connect with you emotionally
No one could hold you
You are independent and strong-willed
You'd soon escape.
You do not like to be confined or restricted
I need to know you, join you
I want to build a deeper relationship with you
But I, only know your name.
I do not know anything else about you
You deal with tragedy
You face difficult situations with resilience and strength
So naturally
It comes to you instinctively
Embrace it all in your stride.
You accept challenges as part of life and deal with them efficiently
And every step you take, your faith increases
You become stronger and more confident with every challenge
Oh won't you please be my guide
I want you to inspire and guide me
Never panic, never fail
You do not lose your calm in tough situations and never give up
Defeat is no hero's tale.
You refuse to accept defeat and keep pushing forward
You are a dreamer facing daylight
You have the ability to dream and turn those dreams into reality
And you know just why you were born
You have a clear purpose and are passionate about it
You never beg, never borrow
You are self-reliant and do not rely on others for help
Never lie, you've got your honor
You are truthful and have strong moral values
There's no dilemma, no suspicion
You do not have any doubts or mistrust about anything
Only truth and inspiration
You are guided by truth and you inspire others with your actions
Lyrics © Mute Song Limited
Written by: JEANETTE THERESE OBSTOJ, RUPERT HINE
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