In 1952 he joins an international competition for the first time in Belfast, Ireland, where he wins the first prize.
However it takes till 1954 before he records his first songs, mainly songs about life at sea and some country music.
He soon extends his career by learning to act, and he will join several movies in Germany.
1956 sees Freddy representing Germany at the first Eurovision Song Contest together with Walter Andreas Schwarz. It is the only year that countries enter the contest with two songs. No points are given, and only the winner, Lys Assia is anounced.
Freddy's songs however become instant hits in Germany, Austria, Luxemburg, the Netherlands and Belgium and several other countries.
"La Paloma","Junge, komm bald wieder" and "Die Gitarre und das Meer" bring him fame, golden records and many awards.
Freddy keeps singing all his life, and in 2002 he makes his last tour, which ends in the city where he is born : Vienna.
Alle Jahre wieder
Freddy Quinn Lyrics
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kommt das Christuskind
auf die Erde nieder,
wo wir Menschen sind.
Kehrt mit seinem Segen
ein in jedes Haus,
geht auf allen Wegen
Steht auch mir zur Seite
still und unerkannt,
daß es treu mich leite
an der lieben Hand.
Sagt den Menschen allen,
dass ein Vater ist,
dem sie wohlgefallen,
der sie nicht vergisst.
The lyrics to "Alle Jahre wieder" by Freddy Quinn depict the arrival of Christ and his blessing upon humanity. The song begins with the repetition of the phrase "Alle Jahre wieder" which translates to "Every year again." This repetition sets the tone for the idea that this is a recurring event and highlights the importance of the arrival of Christ. The next line "kommt das Christuskind" (comes the Christ child) metaphorically represents the birth of Christ and his arrival on earth. The song then goes on to explain that he comes with his blessings and enters every house, going in and out with humanity. He is there to guide each person, even if they don't recognize it, and to remind them that they have a loving father who will never forget them.
In the next verse, the singer speaks of Christ standing by their side, silently leading them by the hand. The message is that he is there through all times and will help guide them through any difficulties they may encounter. The final lines of the song urge the listener to spread the word that there is a father who loves and cares for them all. The song itself is a beautiful, traditional Christmas song that reminds listeners what the holiday should truly represent.
Line by Line Meaning
Alle Jahre wieder
Every year without fail
kommt das Christuskind
the Christ Child arrives
auf die Erde nieder,
descending upon the Earth
wo wir Menschen sind.
where we, humans, reside
Kehrt mit seinem Segen
Brings blessings with him
ein in jedes Haus,
entering every house
geht auf allen Wegen
moving along every path
mit uns ein und aus.
coming and going with us
Steht auch mir zur Seite
Stands by my side
still und unerkannt,
silent and unrecognized
daß es treu mich leite
faithfully guiding me
an der lieben Hand.
by my dear hand
Sagt den Menschen allen,
Tells all the people
dass ein Vater ist,
There is a Father
dem sie wohlgefallen,
who is pleased with them
der sie nicht vergisst.
who does not forget them.
Contributed by Alyssa F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Martina Scherf
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Liebe musikalische Grüße
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