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.
Oh Mama Mia
Jan Smit Lyrics
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Mama 'k breng bloemen voor je mee
Huil niet; mama
Want als jij beter wordt
Kom jij weer thuis bij mij
Oh mama mia 'k hou van jou
Oh mama mia, kom weer gauw
Ik kan niet leven
Kan niet leven zonder jou
Ik zou je van m'n leven lang
Met niemand willen ruilen
Jij bent altijd het zonnetje in huis
Jij laat me lachen elke keer
Als ik moet huilen
Daarom vraag ik jou mama
Kom toch snel weer thuis
Mama; mama
Mama toe laat mij niet alleen
Huil niet; mama
Want na een regenbui
Komt altijd zonneschijn
The lyrics of Jan Smit's song "Oh Mama Mia" express the strong emotional attachment of a child to their mother who is currently sick and away from home. The song opens with the child bringing flowers to their mother, who they miss terribly. The child then tries to console their mother, telling her not to cry as she will get better and return home to them. The child then declares their undying love for their mother, stating that she is the sweetest person in the world and that they cannot imagine living without her. The chorus of the song urges the mother to return home soon, as the child is lonely without her.
The lyrics of "Oh Mama Mia" are deeply emotional and carry important themes of love, family, and loss. The child's love for their mother is palpable, and their desperation to be reunited with her is touching. The song also tackles the difficult topic of illness and separation, highlighting the pain that families experience when a loved one is sick and cannot be with them. The phrase "na een regenbui komt altijd zonneschijn" (after a rain shower comes sunshine) is a poignant reminder that even in the darkest moments, hope and happiness can still be found.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama; mama
Calling out to my dear mother with utmost affection and priority
Mama 'k breng bloemen voor je mee
I bring you flowers as a token of my appreciation and thanks for all that you do for me
Huil niet; mama
Do not cry, my beloved mother, for I have faith that you will get better soon
Want als jij beter wordt
Kom jij weer thuis bij mij
Because when you recover from your illness, you will come back home to me where you belong
Oh mama mia 'k hou van jou
Oh my dearest mother, I love you with all my heart
Jij bent de liefste, van heel de wereld
You are the most loving and caring person in the entire world
Oh mama mia, kom weer gauw
Please return home soon, my dear mother
Ik kan niet leven
Kan niet leven zonder jou
I cannot live without you, as you are an integral part of my life
Ik zou je van m'n leven lang
Met niemand willen ruilen
I would never trade you for anyone, as you are irreplaceable in my life
Jij bent altijd het zonnetje in huis
You bring joy and happiness into our home at all times
Jij laat me lachen elke keer
Als ik moet huilen
You always manage to put a smile on my face, even when I am sad
Daarom vraag ik jou mama
Kom toch snel weer thuis
That is why I implore you, my dear mother, to come back home soon
Mama; mama
Once again, I express my love and devotion to you, my beloved mother
Mama toe laat mij niet alleen
Please do not leave me alone, my dear mother
Want na een regenbui
Komt altijd zonneschijn
For after every rainy day, there is always sunshine and hope
Contributed by Mason B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ilonabeck4311
Ja heintje war zu seiner Zeit der beste.
Und heute ist er wieder da und
Singt natürlich auch noch gut.
Aber als Kinder haben sie alle so Herzlich gesungen
Das war auch bei Andrea und der Stefanie so.
Und alle sind als Erwachsene trotzdem noch sehr erfolgreich und haben ihre herzliche Art
Nie verloren.
Heintje Andrea Stefanie und der
Jan sind die besten seit sie als Kinder angefangen haben bis zum heutigen Tag.
Und das wird auch so bleiben.
Wenn Andrea auch nicht mehr da ist.
Sie und ihre Lieder werden für immer bleiben.
💓💓💓💓👍🌹🌹🌹🌹😏😪
@stefaniabosiacka2103
PIĘKNA PIOSENKA wszystkie o Mamie sa cudne !! Bardzo lubię tę pioseneczkę jak i inne wykonania tego małego piosenkarza tak wspaniałego !!!! BRAWOOOO !!!SUPER
@elzbietalelonkiewicz113
Czesto slucham tą piosenke Jntje Szmit a wogole to sledze artyste od najmlodszych lat.Super i pozdrawiam😍😍❤❤❤🇵🇱
@endrju569
@Elżbieta Lelonkiewicz ELA, czy do dnia dzisiejszego śledzisz twórczość Jana Smit i słuchasz jego wspaniałe piosenki ? Pozdrawiam.
@elzbietalelonkiewicz113
@Endrju 56 tak uwielbiam 👍♥️♥️♥️♥️😃😃😃🙋♀️🙋♀️🙋♀️🙋♀️
@endrju569
@Elżbieta Lelonkiewicz Ja również lubię słuchać jego piosenki, a tak na marginesie od najmłodszych lat jego talent mnie zainteresował i śledzę jego karierę do dziś jako wybitnego piosenkarza.
@Tasior149
Uwielbiam tą piosenke :) Mam duzo wspomnien z ta piosenka:)
@martinegenin940
Super belle chanson il à une voix géniale
Bravo à lui
C’est chanson nous donne du baume au cœur ❣
Martine 💓💓🌹🌹👏👏👏👏👏
@adriennecasenaz4029
Bravo et merci Jantje,c'est une tres belle chanson.
@lenirmarquesalves1694
DEUS te abençoe sempre em nome do senhor jesus cristo
Brasil
@gabi5312
BLESSED CHILD, HAPPY MOTHER...