Kemmler's career began as a member of a trio named Hubert Kah, consisting of Hubert Kemmler (vocals, keyboards), Markus Löhr (guitars, keyboards) and Klaus Hirschburger (bass) at the time of the New German wave 1982 commercial success with the singles "Rosemarie", "Sternenhimmel" ("Starry Sky") and "Einmal Nur Mit Erika... (Dieser Welt Entfliehn)" ("Just Once With Erika ... To Escape This World"), and with the albums Meine Höhepunkte ("My High Points") and Ich Komme ("I'm Coming"). During this time, Kemmler caused quite a stir by his TV appearances, wearing a nightdress or straitjacket. Before Kemmler's music career, he studied law at the University of Tübingen.[2]
As of 1984, the band began working with producer Michael Cretu. After a German album Goldene Zeiten (1984), the band recorded the English-language albums Tensongs (1986) and Sound of My Heart (1989), which were partly successful internationally. Together with Michael Cretu, Kemmler wrote and produced songs for other artists, including "Dancing into Danger" by Inker & Hamilton, "Liebe Auf Den Ersten Blick" by the band Münchener Freiheit and a number of tracks by Sandra such as "Maria Magdalena", "Heaven Can Wait". Hubert Kemmler also contributed backing vocals to most of Sandra's hit singles between 1985 and 1989.[3]
Kemmler fell ill in the latter 1980s with depression and withdrew from music completely. After his recovery, he appeared with a new version of the band in 1996 with the self-titled Hubert Kah and the singles "C'est La Vie" and "Sailing". The production with classic elements was not commercially as successful as hoped for by Kemmler. In 1998, a new single "Love Chain" and a Best Of CD were released. Kemmler then became ill again and had to undergo medical treatment.[1]
In 2005, Kemmler began his second comeback with the album Seelentaucher ("Soul Diver"). The first single was called "No Rain". The album featured a mixture of English and German language tracks.[4]
In the spring of 2007, Kemmler went as Ice King Kini in the musical Princess Lillifee, on tour in Germany. On 26 May 2007, he was one of four guests of honor at the acoustic concert of the band ASP on the Wave-Gotik-Treffen 2007 in Leipzig.
Kemmler recorded new songs with Sandra for her new album Stay in Touch, which was released in late 2012.
C'est la vie
Hubert Kah Lyrics
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I know that I expect
a lot too much
the phantoms in my head
cross ev'ry borderline.
Save me save me.
I'm crying for my guardian angel
and now she's talking to me.
C'est la vie rely on your heart
Ooh
c'est la vie
et l'ange de vie la douce lumiere
c'est la vie
n'est jamais trop tard
Ooh
c'est la vie
receive the light and discover new energy
discover new energy
c'est la vie you have a good heart.
c'est la vie you have a good heart.
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C'est la vie
ooh
c'est la vie
life's so many fold
just be prepared
you've known it for ages
there's nothing you can do than
raise your hands now.
C'est la vie rely on your heart
Ooh
c'est la vie
et l'ange de vie la douce lumiere
c'est la vie
n'est jamais trop tard
Ooh
c'est la vie
receive the light and discover new energy
discover new energy
C'est la vie
you have a good heart
ah
cela le la le la
c'est a toi
c'est a toi
c'est a toi
ooh
c'est la vie
ooh
c'est la vie
c'est la vie
c'est la vie
c'est a toi
a toi
il n'est pas trop tard
il n'est pas trop tard
le soleil te guide
dans les yeux d'un ange
dans les yeux d'un ange
C'est la vie
le soleil qui brille
il n'est pas trop tard
eveille ton ame
tard eveille ton ame
le soleil est ton guide
je vois dans les yeux d'un ange
dans les yeux d'un ange ...
The lyrics to Hubert Kah's song C'est La Vie convey a sense of hope, as the singer talks about relying on one's heart and discovering new energy. The opening lines suggest that the singer may have had a tendency to expect too much of others, which can lead to disappointment and negative thoughts. However, the chorus reassures us that it's never too late to find your way and that life is full of possibilities. The repeated phrase "C'est la vie" emphasizes the idea that life is what you make of it, and that it's important to keep moving forward and not get weighed down by negative emotions.
The second verse continues the theme of personal empowerment, as the singer encourages us to be prepared and to raise our hands in order to seize opportunities. The final section of the song is particularly stirring, as the singer describes the sun shining and an angel's eyes guiding us. This imagery suggests that there is a spiritual aspect to the idea of living life to the fullest, and that we should be open to possibility and new experiences.
In summary, Hubert Kah's C'est La Vie is an uplifting song about embracing life and trusting in one's own abilities. The lyrics emphasize the importance of staying positive and being open to new experiences, even if it means stepping outside of one's comfort zone.
Line by Line Meaning
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Exclamation to express emotions or feelings
I know that I expect
Acknowledging a behavior that sets high expectations
a lot too much
Going beyond reasonable limits for their expectations
the phantoms in my head
Mental images or visions that are not real
cross ev'ry borderline.
Crossing out boundaries between reality and imagination
Save me save me.
Expression of a plea or a request for help
I'm crying for my guardian angel
Expressing emotional pain while seeking guidance
and now she's talking to me.
Receiving guidance or advice from someone trustworthy
C'est la vie rely on your heart
Accepting life's unpredictability and encouraging to follow one's intuition
Ooh
Exclamation to express emotions or feelings
c'est la vie
That's life, a common French expression that means accepting things as they are
et l'ange de vie la douce lumiere
Acknowledging the presence of a guardian angel that brings positive energy
c'est la vie
Accepting life's unpredictability and encouraging to follow one's intuition
n'est jamais trop tard
It is never too late to start over or make a change
Ooh
Exclamation to express emotions or feelings
c'est la vie
Accepting life's unpredictability and encouraging to follow one's intuition
receive the light and discover new energy
Encouraging to seek positivity and motivation to improve oneself
discover new energy
Encouraging to find new sources of motivation or inspiration
c'est la vie you have a good heart.
Acknowledging someone for their kind and pure heart
life's so many fold
Life has its complexities and variations
just be prepared
Encouraging to be ready or equipped for any situation
you've known it for ages
Having prior knowledge or experience with life's unpredictability
there's nothing you can do than
Accepting that there are situations beyond one's control
raise your hands now.
Expression of surrender or helplessness
ah
Exclamation to express emotions or feelings
cela le la le la
Nonsensical phrase to express emotions or feelings
c'est a toi
It's up to you, encouraging to take control of one's life
ooh
Exclamation to express emotions or feelings
c'est la vie
Accepting life's unpredictability and encouraging to follow one's intuition
c'est a toi
It's up to you, encouraging to take control of one's life
il n'est pas trop tard
It's not too late to make a change or start over
le soleil te guide
The sun guides you, symbolizing positivity and hope
dans les yeux d'un ange
In the eyes of an angel, representing guidance or motivation
le soleil qui brille
The shining sun, symbolizing positivity and hope
eveille ton ame
Awaken your soul or spirit, encouraging to seek self-awareness
tard eveille ton ame
Encouraging to seek self-awareness even if it takes time
je vois dans les yeux d'un ange
Seeing guidance or motivation in the eyes of an angel
C'est la vie
Accepting life's unpredictability and encouraging to follow one's intuition
Contributed by Jack S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Gu44i76
Есть музыка, которая остается с вами на всю жизнь. Эта песня одна из них. С первого прослушивания в 90-х и до сегодняшних дней.
@maxargame3114
Полностью с Вами согласна, она завораживает)
@user-vy9cj4uj3d
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@selo7038
Ach Hubert, besser geht es nicht.
Das ganze 96er Album ist perfekt. Eines der besten, die ich je gehört habe. Dringend empfehlenswert.
@rah1572
Bei diesem Lied bin ich mit meinem Mann 1996 zusammen gekommen. Wir seit heute noch zusammen, mittlerweile verheiratet. Dieses Lied weckt Erinnerungen, lässt mich in die Vergangenheit hineinversetzen. Es ist, als wenn ich im Jahr 1996 bin, wenn ich es höre 🥰
@rfrf4420
Wunderschönes Lied ❤😂🎉
@matthiasmarkus8806
Hubert Kah ist einer der talentiertesten Schlagersänger und Komponist. Dieter Bohlen war dagegen nur ein untalentierter Großkotz
@MrOsetian
Soo underrated on Youtube! This track was very popular in Russia in 90s! Brings best memories back..
@haraldfeldkamp229
.....in Deutschland ist es leider sehr geflopp......leider....ich liebe es einfach nur....
@florencenicolet9034
J ai cherché cette chanson depuis 1996