Already in his youth, Frans Bauer wanted to become a singer after he was inspired by Julio Iglesias, Elvis Presley and Koos Alberts (a Dutch singer). Bauer's own singing career started in 1987 when he recorded his first single, "Ben Je Jong" (Are You Young), under supervision of Dutch producers Rudi Schreijenberg and Emile Hartkamp.
In January 1992 he met his later wife-to-be, Mariska van Rossenberg. He was a local celebrity before rising to national fame due to the national television show "All You Need Is love" in early 1992, where he was to choose two female fans for a date. In 1994 he had his first national hit with "Als Sterren Aan De Hemel Staan". In 1997 he conquered Germany with his album "Weil Ich Dich Liebe".
Frans Bauer's fame kept growing to the point where he had his own reality show called "De Bauers", in which his daily life, including his family life, was followed. Bauer has also designed clothing for the Vroom & Dreesmann retail chain, based in The Netherlands.
He has won several awards and honours in The Netherlands, including a knighthood ("Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau") due to his charitable work and the "Gouden Televizier-Ring" for the reality show that has been running on Dutch television the year previously.
In 2006 he was struck by an infection on his vocal cords. He recovered after surgery.
Ik Droom Van
Frans Bauer Lyrics
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Another year over, a new one just begun.
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fears.
And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.
And so happy Christmas for black and for white
For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
And so this is Christmas and what have we done
Another year over, a new one just begun.
And so happy Christmas we hope you have fun
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
War is over if you want it, war is over now.
Frans Bauer's song "Ik Droom Van 'N Kerstfeest" is a cover of John Lennon's iconic song "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)." The lyrics are a hopeful message that Christmas brings people together regardless of their race, class, or background. The chorus wishes for a "very merry Christmas and a happy New Year" and hopes that the coming year will be free of fear and conflict.
The song acknowledges the passing of time and the start of a new year, but it also encourages reflection of the past year and what has been done to make the world a better place. The lyrics are a call for peace and the end of war, with the final line declaring that "war is over if you want it, war is over now."
The song is a reminder that Christmas should be a time of celebration, love and affection for all, extending to everyone, irrespective of the person's background or race. It exemplifies the essence of Christmas which is about spreading goodwill and peace to all men.
Line by Line Meaning
So this is Christmas and what have you done,
Reflecting on the year that's passed, what have you accomplished?
Another year over, a new one just begun.
Time continues to move forward with a new year on the horizon.
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
Enjoy the holiday season with loved ones, both young and old.
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
Spending time with those who are closest to your heart, regardless of age.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Wishing for joyful and prosperous holidays and new beginnings.
Let's hope it's a good one without any fears.
Expressing hope that the upcoming year will be free from anxiety and worry.
And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
The holiday season is for everyone, regardless of strength or weakness.
The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.
Everyone, no matter their financial status, faces a long journey in life.
And so happy Christmas for black and for white
Celebrating the holidays with people of all races and ethnicities.
For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.
Advocating for peace and suggesting an end to conflicts fueled by race and ethnicity.
And so this is Christmas and what have we done
As a society, what have we achieved this year?
Another year over, a new one just begun.
Time keeps moving forward with a new year upon us.
War is over if you want it, war is over now.
Suggesting that peace is attainable if we all work towards it.
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noel vlaeminck
zeer mooi ik droom van een kerstfeest zallige noel gent
Noéy16
ja zeker Noel, ik ben het zeer zeker met je eens #hotdogs