Rob Thomas Songs Ranked
Robert Kelly Thomas (born February 14, 1972) is a German-born American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist best known for being the lead singer of the rock band Matchbox Twenty. Thomas also records and performs as a solo artist, with “Lonely No More” released in 2005 becoming his biggest solo chart success. Thomas received three Grammy Awards for co-writing and singing on the 1999 hit “Smooth” by Santana and it also was his first song as a solo artist. He has also been a songwriter for artists such as Willie Nelson, Mick Jagger, Marc Anthony, Pat Green, Taylor Hicks, Travis Tritt, and Daughtry. Since 1996, his band has released a string of hit singles to radio, including “Push”, “3AM”, “Real World”, “Back 2 Good”, “Bent”, “If You’re Gone”, “Mad Season”, “Disease”, “Unwell”, “Bright Lights”, “How Far We’ve Come”, and “She’s So Mean”. In 2004, the Songwriters Hall of Fame awarded Thomas its first Hal David Starlight Award, recognizing young songwriters who have already had a lasting influence in the music industry. Here are all of Rob Thomas songs ranked.
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10. 3 Am (Yourself or Someone Like You, 1996)
“This is one of the most played songs on the radio. Better then that this is the first song Rob wrote that he was proud of. It was about his mom when she had cancer & he plays it at EVERY concert. One of my favorites.”
9. This is How a Heart Breaks ( …Something to Be, 2005)
“I like the rhythmic accompaniment with the melodic and harmonic accompaniment, it really sounds good. Great instrumental, adv vocals, catchy lyrics. And this is coming from a heavy metal fan.”
8. Little Wonders (Meet the Robinsons, 2007)
“Wonderfully deep song for a very underrated Disney movie. There is a lot of meaning to the lyrics much like many of his other songs but this one stands out given how well it ties in with the movie. The video to the track is also pretty impressive.”
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7. Fire on the Mountain (Cradlesong, 2009)
“I think this song sheds light on adaptability and survival. When “the world moves on”, it may be a reference to how in this moment of time everything is unpredictable, and can shift at anytime, even for the worst. The line “I see the future but it’s getting farther” sounds like your perception of the future is beginning to become unlike what is happening. I think it raises the question if you can adapt yourself.”
6. Fallin’ to Pieces (…Something to Be, 2005)
“Rob Thomas is amazing every song is relatable even now it’s always relatable. He’s one of the few singers who sings with his heart and soul with the lyrics have Soo much meaning that every generation can relate to.”
5. Ever the Same (…Something to Be, 2005)
“Definitely deserves a second place. Thomas has put a lot of raw emotions into this beautifully written song for his wife, who was suffering from an autoimmune disorder. It certainly displays a very strong bonding between two lovers. One of the greatest love songs of all time.”
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4. Someday (Cradlesong, 2009)
“I absolutely LOVE this song! I’m living my life out loud! I love the parade part in the music video! It’s like modern day hippies! so cool how he’s nice to the bumblebee and rocker-outer.”
3. Lonely No More ( …Something to Be, 2005)
“Definitely and without a doubt the greatest song of 2005! This song has everything and it is amazing! This is probably one of my favourite songs of all time! Great to see him leave Matchbox 20 because I know that he had talent and didn’t need them.”
2. Her Diamonds (Cradlesong, 2009)
“It very accurately gives a picture of someone who suffers from an invisible autoimmune illness. We are frozen and take a very long time to be able to move when we wake up. This video is just so resonating with me. God bless Rob for this song and for actually standing up and talking about invisible illnesses. Too many people have no clue.”
1. Smooth (Supernatural, 1999)
“Even though it’s not his song, it is the greatest song Rob Thomas has ever done. His great voice combined with the expert guitar of Santana. This is the dream combo that every artist should listen to. This has got to be the greatest song ever to play in formal parties. This song just makes me want to dance with Rob’s smooth voice and Santana’s relaxing guitar.”