In the early Seventies, the band switched to hard rock and had its first successes, including a brace of Top 40 hits. After original singer Veerman left and drummer Keizer took his place behind the microphone, the band made a musical U-turn and opted for commercial radio pop, adding female co-vocalist Annie Schilder and laying the foundation for their status as the most popular Dutch band ever (in terms of hit singles and albums). BZN has had over 50 hits in the Dutch hit parade to date.
BZN's claim to fame started with the song "Mon Amour" (1976), which held the #1 hit parade ranking for over 5 weeks. Outside of the Netherlands the band has had some success as well, amongst which several hits in South Africa (such as "Yeppa" in 1990) and minor successes with their French-language songs in Canada.
Through the years there have been many lineup changes, the most important of which have been the departure of Schilder in 1984 (replaced by Carola Smit) and in 1988 of the brothers Cees and Thomas Tol (keyboards), who until then had been responsible for most of the music and lyrics. The band remained nevertheless successful, making their last major change in strategy when they decided to write in Dutch instead of English as of 2003.
BZN are also responsible for the initial success of singer Jan Smit (singer), who was discovered by BZN at the age of 10 and went on to have pop and schlager successes in The Netherlands, Germany and Belgium.
On February 15 2006, BZN announced they would do one final tour and then call it quits. This goodbye tour is scheduled to last until June 2007.
Chanson D'Amour
BZN Lyrics
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When I was lonely, you were the only to ease my mind
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
You gave me words and I regained my dignity
A voice inside me says I won't loose you anymore
So I wrote you this simple song
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime, j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime, j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
I think of you, here on my island in the sun
There was confusion, but my illusions did all come true
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime, j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime, j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
The lyrics of BZN's Chanson D'Amour are a love letter in song form, expressing gratitude and affection towards a significant other. The song is a testament to the power of love and its ability to heal and inspire. The singer acknowledges the role their partner has played in their life, providing support and comfort during lonely times. The partner's love has given the singer the courage to reshape their life, finding joy once again in creative pursuits like poetry.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Chanson d'amour," which in French translates to "love song." The singer professes their love for their partner and promises to always wait for them. The repetition of the phrase "chantez toujours" emphasizes the importance of continuing to sing love songs even after finding love.
Overall, the song is a poetic ode to love, celebrating both its transformative and enduring qualities. It expresses a deep connection between two individuals who have found comfort, support, and complete love in one another.
Line by Line Meaning
It's for you, it's all because you're wonderful
I'm dedicating this to you because you are amazing
When I was lonely, you were the only to ease my mind
You were the only one who could make me feel better when I was lonely
You gave me back my faith and then
You restored my faith and hope in life
I found myself in poetry again
I rediscovered my passion for writing poetry
You gave me words and I regained my dignity
The words you gave me helped me feel worthy again
A voice inside me says I won't lose you anymore
I feel like I will never lose you again
So I wrote you this simple song
I composed this straightforward song for you
I used the words you whispered on and on
I incorporated the same words you said repeatedly
I think of you, here on my island in the sun
I imagine you here with me on this sunny island
There was confusion, but my illusions did all come true
I was uncertain, but my fantasies all became reality
Chanson d'amour
Love song
Je t'aime, j'attendrai
I love you, I will wait
Chantez toujours
Keep singing
When love has come your way
When love has found you
Contributed by Ella F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Samuel Kelly
It's for you, it's all because you're wonderful
When I was lonely, you were the only to ease my mind
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
You gave me words and I regained my dignity
A voice inside me says I won't loose you anymore
So I wrote you this simple song
I used the words you whispered on and on
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
I think of you, here on my island in the sun
There was confusion, but my illusions did all come true
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Samuel Kelly
It's for you, it's all because you're wonderful
When I was lonely, you were the only to ease my mind
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
You gave me words and I regained my dignity
A voice inside me says I won't loose you anymore
So I wrote you this simple song
I used the words you whispered on and on
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
I think of you, here on my island in the sun
There was confusion, but my illusions did all come true
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
MvE
Lovely song to sing along with :)
Samuel Kelly
It's for you, it's all because you're wonderful
When I was lonely, you were the only to ease my mind
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
You gave me words and I regained my dignity
A voice inside me says I won't loose you anymore
So I wrote you this simple song
I used the words you whispered on and on
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
I think of you, here on my island in the sun
There was confusion, but my illusions did all come true
You gave me back my faith and then
I found myself in poetry again
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
Chanson d'amour
Je t'aime j'attendrai
Chantez toujours
When love has come your way
françois Carels
Prachtig nummer !
Olivia Borges
Love it
Etienne Clauwaert
Machtige song van anny.
Heerlijk om te beluisteren.
I love it.
manuel fernandez
Artista: BZN. Canción:Chanson D'Amour.
Álbum: Friends.
Fecha de lanzamiento: 1981.
( 830 vis.)
Michelle Suvaal
Prachtig!
Guido Verheyden
die stem van Anny vergeet ik nooit van jan ook niet sterren die altijd zullen branden en nooit worden vergeten
Eddie Parker
This gal is absolutely awesome so gorgeous so adorable a superb singer it just don’t get any better brovo sweet girl 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌹💐💕❤️
Johan Bulthuis
prachtig