1) A Dutch rock band from Amsterdam called The Scene, formed around singer Thé Lau.
The band was formed in 1979 and had its glory days in the Nineties. The band had a great variety of members throughout the years, but the sound remained basically the same. Thé Lau's characteristic raw and hoarse voice and his hypnotising compositions are the focal point of the band.
At the beginning of 1980, the band is called 'best Dutch band without an album' by magazine OOR.
In May of the same year, the first album is released. All the songs are sung in English save for two tracks with lyrics in Dutch. The album is received well by the magazines, yet was commercially less successful.
It took seven years to make a follow-up (Rij Rij Rij), due to various occasions. The members in 1987 are, next to Thé Lau, Emilie Blom van Assendelft (bass) and Wim Zeeman (drums).
In 1989, the band welcomes two new members: Otto Cooymans (piano) and Eus van Someren (guitar). The single Rauw, Hees, Teder is released. Wim Zeeman is replaced by Jeroen Booy in January of 1990. The band also signs a record deal with Phonogram.
The results are the singles Rigoreus and Iedereen is van de Wereld and the album Blauw with all-Dutch lyrics. Everybody is very enthusiastic about this album, especially the people in Belgium.
One year later, the band is invited for the international Torhout/Werchter-festival. 'Rij Rij Rij' is released again.
The 1992 album Open receives an Edison, a Dutch music award, followed by the 'Popprijs' in 1993.
In October 1993 the next album is released: Avenue de la Scene. This album is a bit darker than the previous ones, and is a bit of a setback. The three singles get some airplay, but aren't big hits.
In April 1996, the album Arena is released on the Island label. This album is produced by Emile den Tex and tells the story about the battle against the nonchalance of existence. It's one of the best albums recorded bij The Scene.
Otto Cooymans leaves the band in 1997, due to 'artistic disagreements' as he calls it. He is replaced by Dante Oei, only 20 years old at that time.
Marlene is the first album with Dante Oei and is produced bij Thé Lau himself and is released in 1998.
It takes until 2000 before The Scene releases another album. The compilation album Rauw, Hees, Teder: Het Beste Van contains the hit single Helden, part of a Dutch commercial. That year, the band also receives a platinum record (100.000 albums sold) for 'Blauw'.
In 2002, the band can't get to an agreement for a new album, so Thé decides to make a second solo album. This appears to be the end of this band and in November, Thé tells the press that The Scene has disbanded.
In 2007 the band get together again for a series of concerts (mainly festivals). They release another album, simply called 2007, which contains new versions of old songs and two brand new songs.
The reunion becomes more solid when the album Liefde Op Doorreis gets released at the end of 2009.
Official website: www.thescene.nu
2) There was a UK band by the same name, a mod revival band from Bradford, Yorkshire, England.
The band formed in 1978 with Ian Harding (guitar & vocals), Phill Harding (guitar & keyboards), Dave Green (guitar), Ian James (bass) and George Mazur (drums). They performed all over northern England until they disbanded in 1981. They played a mixture of soul, R&B, 1960s rock & roll and punk rock. They started out performing cover songs, but soon began mainly playing original material. The band released one record — a vinyl 7-inch single with "Hey Girl" on one side and "Reach The Top" on the other — on their own 'Hole in the Wall' record label. Both tracks are now available for free download from the band's website. George Mazur went on to play with The Godfathers. Phill Harding became a composer and sonic artist. Ian Harding went on to play in various bands including Buddy Valentine and the Lonely Hearts, The Muskrats, The Gathering, The Men From The Mountains, TNT, The Doctors of Love, and Johnny 7.
3) The Scene are also a Canadian rock band formed in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada in 2004, by Matthew Crowley (vocals, guitar), Mark Chamberlain (bass guitar), and Jeff Gutteridge (drums). All members share a common interest and inspiration from Britpop bands from the early 90's, and as such, their sound is a combination of powerful guitar rock and beautiful melodies. The Scene have played many festivals in the United States and Canada, including 2 appearances at the North by Northeast festival in Toronto, Ontario, and at the historic CBGB's in September of 2004 with New York based group Hanslick Rebellion. They have released one EP - "The Orange EP" in December of 2005. In 2007 The Scene is one of 10 bands in UBL.com's final of the Ultimate Band of Bands competition.
4) There is also a fourth band from Germany using this name.
5) Selena Gomez's band name is The Scene. If you're listening to them, please scrobble under Selena Gomez & The Scene
Iedereen Is Van De Wereld
The Scene Lyrics
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die je her en der alleen ziet staan
die onder straatlantaarns eten
en drinken bij de volle maan
dit is voor degenen
die je overal herkent
en deze is voor jou en mij
want dit is ons moment
en ik hef het glas
op jouw gezondheid
want jij staat niet alleen
iedereen is van de wereld
en de wereld is van iedereen
deze is voor iedereen die passie heeft
en die voor passie gaat
in het donker kan ik jou niet zien
maar ik weet dat jij daar staat
en ik hef het glas
op jouw gezondheid
want jij staat niet alleen
iedereen is van de wereld
en de wereld is van iedereen
rood, zwart, wit, geel, jong, oud, man of vrouw
in het donker kan ik jou niet zien
maar deze is van ons aan jou
en ik hef het glas
op jouw gezondheid
want jij staat niet alleen
iedereen is van de wereld
en de wereld is van iedereen
The lyrics of The Scene's song "Iedereen is van de wereld" talk about the inclusivity and unity of people from all walks of life. The song is dedicated to the misfits who stand alone under lampposts, eating and drinking under the full moon. It is also for those who are recognized everywhere, and for both the singer and the listener, as this is their moment to celebrate together.
The chorus of "Iedereen is van de wereld" is a toast, a celebration of the uniqueness of each individual, and at the same time, a statement of unity that honors the fact that everyone is part of the world, and the world belongs to everyone.
The lyrics also touch on the passion that ignites us in life, no matter what age, gender, or race, that we may belong. The song ends with a message of togetherness, highlighting that we might not see each other in the dark, but this song belongs to us all, raising a glass to everyone's good health.
Overall, the lyrics of "Iedereen is van de wereld" are an uplifting and empowering reminder that although we may come from different places and are unique, we ultimately belong to the world and to each other.
Line by Line Meaning
dit is voor de misfits
die je her en der alleen ziet staan
die onder straatlantaarns eten
en drinken bij de volle maan
This is for the outcasts who are seen alone here and there, eating and drinking under street lamps in the light of the full moon.
dit is voor degenen
die je overal herkent
en deze is voor jou en mij
want dit is ons moment
This is for those who are recognized everywhere, and this is for you and me because this is our moment.
en ik hef het glas
op jouw gezondheid
want jij staat niet alleen
iedereen is van de wereld
en de wereld is van iedereen
And I raise a glass to your health because you are not alone; everyone is part of the world, and the world belongs to everyone.
deze is voor iedereen die passie heeft
en die voor passie gaat
in het donker kan ik jou niet zien
maar ik weet dat jij daar staat
This is for everyone who has passion and follows it; even though I cannot see you in the dark, I know you are there.
rood, zwart, wit, geel, jong, oud, man of vrouw
in het donker kan ik jou niet zien
maar deze is van ons aan jou
Red, black, white, yellow, young, old, man or woman; even though I cannot see you in the dark, this song belongs to all of us for you.
en ik hef het glas
op jouw gezondheid
want jij staat niet alleen
iedereen is van de wereld
en de wereld is van iedereen
And I raise a glass to your health because you are not alone; everyone is part of the world, and the world belongs to everyone.
Contributed by Miles Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.