Johannes Hendricus Maria "Jan" Smit (born December 31, 1985) is a Dutch pop… Read Full Bio ↴Johannes Hendricus Maria "Jan" Smit (born December 31, 1985) is a Dutch pop music and schlager singer. He scored his first number one position in the Dutch charts with Ik zing dit lied voor jou alleen (I sing this song only for you) in 1997. Being 12 years of age back then, he was known as Jantje Smit.

Smit was discovered by Dutch middle of the road band BZN, who used his vocals in a duet called Mama. He has released several albums in Dutch and German since.

Jan dedicated the song Ik zing dit lied voor jou alleen (means: I Sing this song just for you) to his grandmother. In 1997, Smit toured South Africa with popular Afrikaans singer Nádine. In 2000, Smit won the Grand Prix der Volksmusik singing Ich zeig dir die Berge with Oswald Sattler for South Tyrol. In 2001 Smit won the Exportprijs for his success in Germany, France and Italy. In Germany he became one of the best selling Dutch artists ever, with German-language albums specifically aimed at the German market.

After three big hits in the late 90's, Jan's popularity began to wane gradually. His albums Jan Smit 2000 #32 (2000), Zing en Lach (Sing and Laugh) #33 (2001), Zonder Jou (Without You) #40 and Op Eigen Benen (On My Own Feet) #45 sold fewer copies than his first two albums from his child star era.

However, Jan was still very popular in Germany, where he spent most of his time touring. 2005 marked his comeback in his home country, when regional television host Willie Oosterhuis picked up a Jan Smit song recorded in 2003, 'Als de nacht verdwijnt' ('When the night is over'). Willie heavily plugged the song on his show, resulting in a medium sized hit.

During the same period Dutch broadcaster TROS wanted to produce a real life soap about Jan, with the focus on his life as a teenage star in Germany and The Netherlands, and on his private life in the picturesque seaside village of Volendam. The reality soap became a TV hit and an accompanying album, 'Vrienden voor het leven' ('Homies for life') brought Jan back at the top of the charts for the first time in a few years. It was written for his cousin Niek Smit(s), who lives in Maastricht.

In 2006 Smit had several big selling hit singles, such as 'Laura' (about a friend who died of cancer), 'Als de morgen is gekomen' ('When the morning has come') and 'Cupido' (Cupid). Jan usually includes special tracks on his CD singles, such as live recordings, previously unreleased tracks and CD-ROM-content, which makes his singles more interesting for his hardcore fanbase. In 2007 he topped the single charts again with "Op Weg Naar Geluk" (On The Road To Happiness) and with "Dan Volg Je Haar Benen" ('And then you check out her legs'), and the album charts also with the album "Op Weg Naar Geluk" (the album sold 160.000 copies in its first four days after being released, more than double platinum).

In 2006 he also recorded "Kerst voor Iedereen" (Christmas for Everyone) which was a Christmas-duet with Dutch tv-host Bridget Maasland as a part of Dutch tv-show Katja vs Bridget. He later on recorded this song with his younger sister Monique Smit, who recently also started a singing career

In 2007 he planned to tour the Netherlands again with the "Jan Smit Komt Naar Je Toe"-tour (Jan Smit Comes To You) but due to problems with his vocal cords this tour had to be postponed. For at least 6 months Jan Smit has to rest his voice.

'Dan volg je haar benen' was Jan's fifth Number One single in The Netherlands, making him one of the most successful soloists in Dutch chart history. Only George Michael and Dutch singer Marco Borsato had more Number Ones.

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Liefde
Jan Smit Lyrics

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De zon gaat verdwijnen, het eind van de dag
Kijk naar omhoog, naar sterren die stralen
Zal dit voor altijd, voor eeuwig zo gaan
Zal onze liefde voor altijd bestaan

Zo zonder zorgen, lig jij daar zo stil
Sluit nu je ogen, en denk niet aanmorgen
Geef mij je handen, en droom heel de nacht
Ik zal je warmen, ja ik houd de wacht

Liefde
Een roos in de morgen
Liefde
Zo teder en zacht

Zie hoe het maanlicht een schaduw verdrijft
Zie hoe het speelt met je haar en je ogen
Ik zit in stilte en fluister jou naam
Zal onze liefde voor altijd bestaan

Liefde
Een roos in de morgen
Liefde
Zo teder en zacht

Liefde
Een roos in de morgen
Liefde
Zo teder en zacht

De zon gaat verdwijnen, het eind van de dag
Kijk naar omhoog, naar sterren die stralen
Zal dit voor altijd, voor eeuwig zo gaan
Zal onze liefde voor altijd bestaan

Overall Meaning

The song "Liefde" by Jan Smit is a beautiful ode to the power of love. The lyrics describe a peaceful moment between two lovers as they watch the sunset and the stars come out. The singer wonders if their love will last forever and promises to be there for their partner whenever they need them. The imagery used is gentle and romantic, with mentions of soft moonlight and the tender touch of hands.

The first verse sets the scene for the rest of the song, as the sun sets and the night begins. The second verse focuses on the couple, as they lie together and forget about tomorrow. The chorus repeats the word "liefde," which means "love" in Dutch, and emphasizes the gentle, nurturing qualities of love. The third verse returns to the imagery of the night sky, with the singer watching his partner as she sleeps and whispering words of love.

Overall, "Liefde" is a soothing and romantic song that celebrates the beauty of love and the comfort of being with someone you care about.

Line by Line Meaning

De zon gaat verdwijnen, het eind van de dag
As the day comes to an end and the sun sets, it reminds us of the fleeting nature of time.

Kijk naar omhoog, naar sterren die stralen
Gaze up at the sparkling stars above, and find beauty and inspiration in the infinite universe.

Zal dit voor altijd, voor eeuwig zo gaan
We wonder if things will always stay the same, if happiness is fleeting, and if life will ever change.

Zal onze liefde voor altijd bestaan
But one thing we can hold onto is the hope that our love will endure, and that it will last a lifetime.

Zo zonder zorgen, lig jij daar zo stil
In this moment, you are at peace, with no worries or cares, your body and soul at rest.

Sluit nu je ogen, en denk niet aanmorgen
Close your eyes and forget about tomorrow; let the present moment envelop you with warmth and tenderness.

Geef mij je handen, en droom heel de nacht
Hold my hand, and dream the night away, feeling safe and secure in our love for each other.

Ik zal je warmen, ja ik houd de wacht
I will keep you warm and protected, watching over you throughout the night.

Liefde Een roos in de morgen
Love is like a rose that blooms in the morning, delicate and beautiful, fragrant and full of life.

Liefde Zo teder en zacht
Love is gentle and soft, a feeling that touches our hearts and souls with tenderness and care.

Zie hoe het maanlicht een schaduw verdrijft
Observe how the moonlight dispels the shadows, bringing light and clarity to our lives.

Zie hoe het speelt met je haar en je ogen
Notice how the moonlight dances with your hair and your eyes, illuminating your beauty and bringing joy to the night.

Ik zit in stilte en fluister jou naam
I sit in silence, whispering your name, filled with love and devotion for the one who holds my heart.

Zal onze liefde voor altijd bestaan
And as I whisper those words, I wonder if our love will last forever, if it will endure the test of time.