1) German musician
2) 19… Read Full Bio ↴Elli is the name of more than one artist
1) German musician
2) 1960s-1970s rock
3) an alias of Elisa Tiilikainen
4) lo-fi pop musician from Maryland (alias of Elliot Dean)
5) Vocaloid producer ( 衿)
1) Elli Erl (born Elisabeth Maria Erl on May 25, 1979 in Straubing, Bavaria) is a German musician, who came to fame as the winner of the second season of the television show Deutschland sucht den SuperStar, the German version of Pop Idol.
Erl had a typical childhood growing up in Straubing, Germany with her parents Ludwig and Renate and her brothers Josef (Josey) and Ludwig Jr. In elementary school she started learning the trumpet, piano and the guitar opposite expanding interests in tennis, cycling and skiing. In her late teenage years she became the lead singer of several soul and rock bands, including The Gong FM Band, LOP and the more popular Panta Rei. After her high school graduation Elli decided to become a student teacher and began studying Music and Sports at Regensburg University.
Around the same time, in 2003, she participated in the second season of Deutschland sucht den SuperStar. Because of her massive stage experience, her raspy voice and the unconventional look she was seen as an early favourite by the judges and also by the audience, who enabled her to sing against comrade-in-arms Denise Tillmanns during the final show. However, in the end she beat out runner-up Tillmanns by a margin of 11 per cent. As of 2007 she is the show's only female winner.
Elli's first single "This Is My Life" (written and produced by Dieter Bohlen) was released in April 2004 via BMG. In comparison with "Take Me Tonight", the debut single by first season's winner Alexander Klaws, the song failed to become a big hit and peaked only at #3 on the German single chart. Afterwards Elli decided not to collaborate with Dieter Bohlen once again (as Klaws had done before), caused by personal and musical differences with the judge. She eventually released her self-composed second single "In My Dreams", but neither the single nor her debut album "Shout It Out" could reach the top 30 once again. As a consequence she went on tour with her band Panta Rei for some time.
In winter 2006 Erl's previously unreleased record "Better Than the Best" was chosen to become the Corporate Song for DHL.
After her 2007 Album "Moving On" failed to make an impact she chose to get full creative control over her subsequent work and founded her own record label 1773 Records.
Her third album "Human" is slated for a May 2009 release. Erl has written most of the tracks and played several instruments (acoustic guitar, piano, harmonica and accordion) on the album
"Human"
This Is My Life
Elli Lyrics
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You cannot fly
If you don't try
Only the strong survive
Just step by step
I'll never forget
I'll keep my dream alive
It's a moment of a lifetime
Let's make it a night to remember
In your heart
Chorus 1
This is my life, this is my song
Tonight's the night
I can't go wrong
Words can't express
What I feel tonight
Can't give it up
I'll hold on tight
Now it's my time, I see the sign
I know time waits for no one
You make me feel
Oh mighty real
I know where my heart belongs
It's all I ever wanted
And whatever will be
Will be
We painting the clouds with sunshine
Can't you see, jeah
Chorus 1....
Chorus 2
This is my life, this is my dream
Higher than heaven, oh it seems
Between today and yesterday
There is a chance, I'll find my way
Chorus1....
Chorus2....
This is my life,this is my song
The song "This Is My Life" by Elli starts with a powerful statement. "This is my life, You cannot fly if you don't try. Only the strong survive". These lines convey an important message to the listeners that they need to take control of their life and take risks if they want to succeed. The following lines "Just step by step, I'll never forget, I'll keep my dream alive" support this notion that progress can only be made through consistent efforts towards one's dreams.
The song then moves towards a more uplifting and motivational message with the lines "It's a moment of a lifetime, It's a stairway to the stars, Let's make it a night to remember, In your heart". This section of the song suggests that we should cherish the present moment as it is a unique opportunity to achieve great things. The reference to the "stairway to the stars" and "a night to remember" reinforces that idea that if we give it our all, we can reach new heights and create memorable experiences.
The chorus further emphasizes the uplifting message of the song with lines like "This is my life, this is my dream, higher than heaven, oh it seems, between today and yesterday, there is a chance, I'll find my way". These lyrics create a sense of optimism and hope that with perseverance, one can achieve their dreams and that every new day is a new opportunity to take a step closer to them.
Line by Line Meaning
This is my life
I am in control of my own destiny, and I will make the most of it.
You cannot fly
You will never achieve your goals if you do not take risks and put in effort.
If you don't try
Success requires active effort and hard work, and without trying, you cannot succeed.
Only the strong survive
Life is tough, and only those who are able to persevere through challenges and hardships will make it through.
Just step by step
To achieve your goals, you must keep taking small, consistent steps forward.
I'll never forget
I will always remember my dreams and aspirations, and never give up on them.
I'll keep my dream alive
I will continue to pursue my dreams and never let them die.
It's a moment of a lifetime
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I will make the most of it.
It's a starway to the stars
This opportunity has the potential to lead to great things and success.
Let's make it a night to remember
Let's make this moment meaningful and unforgettable.
In your heart
In my heart, I know that I am doing what is right and following my true passions.
Now it's my time, I see the sign
I realize that this is my moment, and I am ready to seize it.
I know time waits for no one
I understand that time is precious, and I cannot waste it by putting off my dreams.
You make me feel oh mighty real
I feel empowered and confident in myself and my abilities.
I know where my heart belongs
I am confident in my passions and goals, and I know they are the right path for me.
It's all I ever wanted
This is my ultimate dream, and I will stop at nothing to achieve it.
And whatever will be, will be
Whatever the future holds, I am confident that I will face it with the strength and determination to succeed.
We painting the clouds with sunshine, can't you see, jeah
We are creating a bright future for ourselves, and nothing can stop us from achieving our dreams.
This is my life, this is my dream
I am in control of my own destiny and will pursue my goals with everything I have.
Higher than heaven, oh it seems
My aspirations are lofty and seem almost unattainable, but I am willing to work hard to reach them.
Between today and yesterday, there is a chance, I'll find my way
No matter what has happened in the past, I have the chance to create my own future and achieve my goals.
Tonight's the night, I can't go wrong
This is a crucial moment, and I am confident in my abilities and decision-making.
Words can't express what I feel tonight
I am overwhelmed with emotions in this moment, and no words can accurately describe how I am feeling.
Can't give it up, I'll hold on tight
I am committed to my goals and will not give up, even when the going gets tough.
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