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.
Jij alleen
Frans Bauer Lyrics
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Jij alleen
Geeft aan mijn dag zijn kleur
Jij alleen
Geeft elke bloem haar geur
Ik zag jou
Wij waren jong en vrij
En jij was zo dichtbij
De liefde komt
Soms zo onverwacht
Dat al t geluid op slag
Verstomt
Jij alleen
Woont in mijn hart en ik
Ben ieder ogenblik
Met jouw gedachten =E9=E9n
Ik was door jou in t begin zo verward
Jij brengt de warmte heel diep in mijn hart
Zonder 1 woord zeg je: ik ben van jou
Sinds ik jou ontmoette
refr.
De liefde komt
Soms zo onverwacht
Dat al t geluid op slag
Verstomt
Jij alleen
Woont in mijn hart en ik
Ben ieder ogenblik
Met jouw gedachten een
Frans Bauer's song "Jij Alleen" talks about the overwhelming feeling of falling in love and the impact it has on one's life. The chorus says that only the person they love, who is the subject of the song, can brighten their day and give meaning to their life. The lyrics describe how the singer saw their love interest for the first time when they were young and free. They immediately felt the connection, and her smile gave them the certainty that love could come unexpectedly.
The verse expresses the confusion and uncertainty that the singer felt at the beginning of their relationship, but their love quickly reassured them. The person they love has the ability to warm their heart, and they feel an unwavering connection that transcends words. The chorus repeats, emphasizing how their love is central to their life; they reside in their heart, and their thoughts always revolve around loving them.
Overall, the song conveys the depth of love that can transform a life, making it more meaningful and brighter. The singer sees their love interest as the source of light in their life and expresses gratitude for the love that the person has brought to their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Jij alleen
Geeft aan mijn dag zijn kleur
You are the only one who brightens up my day and makes it worth living.
Jij alleen
Geeft elke bloem haar geur
You are the only one who brings fragrance and beauty to my life.
Ik zag jou
Wij waren jong en vrij
En jij was zo dichtbij
I saw you when we were both young and carefree, and you were so close to me.
Ik zag je glimlach en wist
De liefde komt
Soms zo onverwacht
Dat al t geluid op slag
Verstomt
I saw your smile and knew that love sometimes comes unexpectedly, so much so that everything else fades into the background.
Jij alleen
Woont in mijn hart en ik
Ben ieder ogenblik
Met jouw gedachten één
You alone reside in my heart, and I am always thinking of you.
Ik was door jou in t begin zo verward
Jij brengt de warmte heel diep in mijn hart
Zonder 1 woord zeg je: ik ben van jou
Sinds ik jou ontmoette
At first, I was confused by you, but you have since brought warmth and comfort to my heart. Without needing to say anything, you let me know that you belong to me since the day we met.
De liefde komt
Soms zo onverwacht
Dat al t geluid op slag
Verstomt
Jij alleen
Woont in mijn hart en ik
Ben ieder ogenblik
Met jouw gedachten één
Love can come unexpectedly and silence everything around you. You alone reside in my heart, and I am always thinking of you.
Contributed by John H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.