Anouk has released twelve studio albums to date, the most recent one being Wen d'r maar aan, released on 12 October 2018. She represented the Netherlands at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmö, Sweden, with the song "Birds". Her song made it to the final – the first since 2004 for the Netherlands; and finished 9th with 114 points.
Musical style
Anouk's musical style has been described as a combination of Joan Osborne, Melissa Etheridge and Alanis Morissette. She is known for explosive rock songs like "Nobody's Wife" and "R U Kiddin' Me", but has also made small and fragile songs like "Lost" and "Michel". In addition to her pop/rock sound she also experiments with soul, funk and hip hop.
Personal life
Anouk was married to her manager Edwin Jansen until 1998. She married Remon Stotijn (aka The Anonymous Mis), frontman of the reggae/rap band Postmen, on 16 March 2004. Stotijn is the father of three of her children; son Benjahmin Kingsley (b. 18 April 2002), son Elijah Jeramiah (b. 5 December 2003) and daughter Phoenix Ray (b. 3 June 2005). In May 2008, Anouk and Remon announced a "harmonious" mutual separation. In 2010 Anouk gave birth to her fourth child, a son named Jesiah Dox. Her son Sion Jethro was born in June 2014. In June 2016, she gave birth to her sixth child, a baby girl, Jelizah Rose, with her current partner, mixed martial artist and former basketball player Dominique Schemmekes.
It's a Shame
Anouk Lyrics
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Such a shame, It's the same
Now everything is in vain
All in vain, it's such a shame
Could it be true, that there's nothing left to do
For me and you, can't be true
We all can't be such fools
Could life be so cruel
Maybe, I don't even try fearing what I'd find
Guess I am a number on the line
Could you please tell me why
We're on the same line, and we're fallin' behind
On life
Life is great, I'm walking in the sun and everything is cool
Yeah it's true, there's so much we can do
It feels so right
Yeah, it's all right
Maybe, I don't even try fearing what I'd find
Guess I am a number on the line
Could you please tell me why
Baby, I don't even want to try fearing what I'd find
Guess I am a number on the line
Could you please tell me why we're on the same line and
Fallin' behind
Fallin' behind on life
Anouk's song "It's a Shame" examines the disappointments of life and how the rules of the societal game may change but the game remains the same. The lyrics suggest that despite our efforts, it seems as though everything is in vain and that life can be cruel. The verse "Maybe, I don't even try fearing what I'd find/Guess I am a number on the line/Could you please tell me why/We're on the same line, and we're fallin' behind" conveys a feeling of hopelessness and resignation, implying that one's actions may not lead to a better outcome in life.
Throughout the song, Anouk poses questions that suggest a search for meaning and answers, such as "Could it be true, that there's nothing left to do/For me and you, can't be true" and "Could you please tell me why/We're on the same line, and we're fallin' behind." These questions encourage listeners to reflect on the futility of life and the struggle to make sense of it all.
Overall, "It's a Shame" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that draws attention to the difficulties of life and the search for understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a shame, the rules change not the game
It's unfortunate that while the regulations may be modified, the actual situation remains the same.
Such a shame, It's the same
It's a disappointment that things are not improving.
Now everything is in vain
Presently, all the efforts have been for nothing.
All in vain, it's such a shame
It's sad that all the attempts were unsuccessful.
Could it be true, that there's nothing left to do
Is it possible that there's no other option available.
For me and you, can't be true
I can't accept it being an accurate remark for both of us.
We all can't be such fools
None of us can be naive and gullible.
Could life be so cruel
Is it imaginable that life is so unkind.
Maybe, I don't even try fearing what I'd find
Perhaps, I am avoiding making any effort and being apprehensive of the unknown outcome.
Guess I am a number on the line
Probably, I am merely a statistic or an anonymous individual in a queue.
Could you please tell me why
Will you kindly inform me the reason behind this situation.
We're on the same line, and we're fallin' behind
We are together in this issue, but we are lagging and progressing slower than required.
Life is great, I'm walking in the sun and everything is cool
Life is good, the sun is shining, and everything feels excellent.
Yeah it's true, there's so much we can do
It's accurate, and we have numerous possibilities.
It feels so right
It seems correct and gives a positive vibe.
Baby, I don't even want to try fearing what I'd find
My dear, I have no interest in exploring and dread the consequences of doing so.
Guess I am a number on the line
I suspect that I am merely an insignificant individual in this situation.
Could you please tell me why we're on the same line and
Can you explain why we are in this situation together.
Fallin' behind
We are not keeping pace and falling behind.
Fallin' behind on life
We are unable to keep up in our journey through life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANOUK TEEUWE, BART VAN VEEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Alex Nuñes
Essa ltra retrata o que estou sentindo agora....
amir ben ami
what a beutifull song love it and i love anouk :-)
Katarina Bobić
ovaj glas se sluša i u neviđanima
Sucio Trapo. 13.
thank you