Born on May 7, 1962, in Graz, Martin studied solo singing at Kunstuniversitдt Graz (i.e., University of Music and Dramatic Arts) in 1982 and, as a means of financing her studies, sung lead vocals in the tanzband the Heart Breakers from 1986 until 1992. Her band released one album, Dafьr Dank' Ich Dir (1990), billing itself as the Heart Breakers mit Dr. Ilse Bauer. During this period, Martin also studied art history and ethnology, earning her Ph.D. in 1990; from 1990 until 2000 she worked as an art teacher, starting her own ceramics business in Graz in 1994.
In 1995 Martin embarked on her solo singing career, signing to Koch Records and proceeding to release her solo debut, La Luna Blu (1996). The album spawned one of her all-time hits in the title track, which competed for the Grand Prix der Volksmusik, ultimately winning second place among Austrian participants. Martin's second album, Immer Nur Sehnsucht (1997), also put her in the running for the Austrian Grand Prix der Volksmusik, spawning the major hit "Goodbye Farewell." Martin's third album, Klinge Mein Lied (1999), became her most successful to date -- her first to reach gold sales status -- despite not spawning a hit on the level of "La Luna Blu" or "Goodbye Farewell."
Well established as a hitmaker with commercial appeal, Martin retired from teaching in 2000 and began focusing on her singing career full-time. A long string of popular albums resulted, including Mein Liebeslied (2000), Napoli Adieu (2001), Drei Stimmen d'Amour (2001; co-featuring Mara Kayer and Francine Jordi), Mein Gefьhl (2002), Das Beste von Monika Martin (2002), Himmel aus Glas (2003), Eine Liebe Reicht fьr Zwei (2004), Ave Maria: Lieder zur Stillen Zeit (2004), Ein Kleines Glьck (2005), Schmetterling d'Amour (2005), Heute Fьhl' Ich Mich Wie Zwanzig (2006), and Aloha Blue (2007) -- most of which were Top 20, if not Top Ten, hits in Austria and anywhere from Top 50 to Top 100 hits in Germany. Her most popular singles during this period include "Gib Einem Kind Deine Hand" (2000), "Schweige Mein Herz" (2000), "My Love" (2000), "Napoli Adieu" (2001), "Hast Du Heute Schon Gelдchelt" (2002), "Eine Liebe Reicht fьr Zwei" (2004), "Ich Trдum Mich Heute Nacht in Deine Arme" (2005), and "Heute Fьhl Ich Mich Wie Zwanzig" (2006). ~ Jason Birchmeier
Hast du heute schon gelächelt
Monika Martin Lyrics
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Hast Du heute schon getanzt?
Hast Du heut schon zu Deinen Sorgen gesagt:
Vor Euch hab ich keine Angst!
Geh hinaus mit offnen Augen,
wieviel Schönheit es da draußen gibt!
Hast Du heute schon gelächetl?
Hast Du heute schon geliebt?
Die Zeit vergeht in jeder Sekunde,
darum leb den Augenblick so gut Du kannst!
Und warte nicht auf morgen,
wer weiß, wo wir dann sind.
Die Zukunft, die kennt niemand, nur der Wind!
Hast Du heute schon gelächelt ...
Der Augenblick ist alles, was wir haben
so wertvoll wie der größte Diamant.
Drum stürz Dich in die Liebe,
verlieren kannst Du nicht,
weil wenigstens Dein Herz dabei zerbricht!
Hast Du heute schon gelächelt?
Hast Du heute schon getanzt?
Hast Du heut schon zu Deinen Sorgen gesagt:
Vor Euch hab ich keine Angst!
Geh hinaus mit offnen Augen,
wieviel Schönheit es da draußen gibt!
Hast Du heute schon gelächetl?
Hast Du heute schon geliebt?
The lyrics in Monika Martin's song "Hast Du heute schon gelächelt?" are a call to live life to the fullest and find joy in the present moment. The song opens with a series of questions asking if the listener has smiled, danced, and told their worries that they are not afraid of them. The chorus urges the listener to open their eyes to the beauty around them and to love deeply. The lyrics speak to the fleeting nature of time and the importance of cherishing every moment. The final line, "Hast Du heute schon gelächelt? Hast Du heute schon geliebt?" emphasizes the idea that happiness and love are the keys to living a fulfilling life.
The song's message is conveyed through a gentle and uplifting melody that is sure to bring a smile to the listener's face. The lyrics are simple but powerful, encouraging the listener to live life with intention and positivity. Monika Martin's sincere delivery adds to the emotional impact of the song, and her voice is able to convey both the joy of life and the bittersweetness of its fleeting nature.
Overall, "Hast Du heute schon gelächelt?" is a beautiful song with a powerful message. Its gentle melody and optimistic lyrics make it the perfect anthem for anyone looking to find joy in the present moment and live their life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Hast Du heute schon gelächelt?
Have you smiled today?
Hast Du heute schon getanzt?
Have you danced today?
Hast Du heut schon zu Deinen Sorgen gesagt: Vor Euch hab ich keine Angst!
Have you told your worries today: I am not afraid of you!
Geh hinaus mit offnen Augen, wieviel Schönheit es da draußen gibt!
Go out with open eyes, see how much beauty is out there!
Die Zeit vergeht in jeder Sekunde, darum leb den Augenblick so gut Du kannst! Und warte nicht auf morgen, wer weiß, wo wir dann sind. Die Zukunft, die kennt niemand, nur der Wind!
Time passes in every second, so live the moment to the fullest! Don't wait for tomorrow, who knows where we'll be. No one knows the future, only the wind!
Der Augenblick ist alles, was wir haben so wertvoll wie der größte Diamant. Drum stürz Dich in die Liebe, verlieren kannst Du nicht, weil wenigstens Dein Herz dabei zerbricht!
The moment is all we have, as valuable as the biggest diamond. So fall in love, you cannot lose, because at least your heart will break!
Hast Du heute schon gelächelt?
Have you smiled today?
Hast Du heute schon geliebt?
Have you loved today?
Writer(s): Andreas Baertels Copyright: Arabella Musikverlag Gmbh
Contributed by Bella O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dan Liftman
on Goodbye Farewell
Sehr schoen!