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.
Zeven zonden
Jan Smit Lyrics
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En als ik naar je kijk schieten steeds dezelfde gedachten door m'n hoofd
Ik heb geen andere keus, ik moet het je vertellen!
Nummer 1.. ik zou je zo graag kussen
Nummer 2.. ik streel langzaam je lippen
Nummer 3.. ik wil niet alleen maar met je dansen
Nummer 4.. kijk me diep in me ogen
Nummer 5.. hou me vast heel de avond
Nummer 6.. ik wil nu alleen nog maar bij jou zijn
Maar de grootste zonde dat is Nummer 7.. ( nummer 7)
Want vannacht ben jij van mij.. ik neem je mee naar huis!
REFREIN:
Zeven zonden ben jij me waard
Zeven zonden voor jou gespaard
Je bent zo bijzonder, veel meer dan een wonder
Ik hou het niet uit daarom zeg ik ja!!!!
Zeven zonden in 1 nacht
Zeven zonden als je naar me lacht
Ik wil met je zweven, en alles beleven
De zonden der liefde zijn voor ons gemaakt
Nummer 1.. we drinken samen champagne
Nummer 2.. je laat m'n hart sneller kloppen
Nummer 3.. en op m'n bed liggen rode rozen
Nummer 4.. ik wil je lichaam voelen
Nummer 5.. je naar m'n kamer leiden
Nummer 6.. en ik fluister zacht ik hou van jou
Maar de grootste zonde dat is Nummer 7.. ( nummer 7)
Want vannacht ben jij van mij.. ik neem je mee naar huis!
REFREIN 2X
The song "Zeven Zonden" by Jan Smit is about a man who is deeply attracted to a woman and can't resist the temptation of being with her. He describes her as innocent and sweet-looking, but his thoughts are consumed by his desire for her. He knows he has to tell her how he feels and lists the "seven sins" he wants to commit with her. These sins are sensual and intimate acts that he wants to experience with her, such as kissing her, looking into her eyes, holding her all night, and being intimate with her.
The song speaks to the power of attraction and how it can make people lose control and give in to their desires. The lyrics are straightforward, without any hidden meanings, and express the straightforward desire of the man for the woman. The chorus emphasizes this desire, with the man saying he would commit seven sins for her and how much he loves her.
Overall, the song is a catchy pop tune that celebrates the joys of being in love and the excitement of exploring physical intimacy with someone. The lyrics are not particularly deep or poetic, but they effectively convey the message of the song and the intense desire of the singer for the woman he's attracted to.
Line by Line Meaning
Daar sta je voor me, zo onschuldig en lief..
You stand before me, innocent and sweet..
En als ik naar je kijk schieten steeds dezelfde gedachten door m'n hoofd
And when I look at you, the same thoughts rush through my head
Ik heb geen andere keus, ik moet het je vertellen!
I have no other choice, I have to tell you!
Nummer 1.. ik zou je zo graag kussen
Number 1.. I would love to kiss you
Nummer 2.. ik streel langzaam je lippen
Number 2.. I slowly caress your lips
Nummer 3.. ik wil niet alleen maar met je dansen
Number 3.. I don't just want to dance with you
Nummer 4.. kijk me diep in me ogen
Number 4.. Look deep into my eyes
Nummer 5.. hou me vast heel de avond
Number 5.. Hold me all night long
Nummer 6.. ik wil nu alleen nog maar bij jou zijn
Number 6.. I just want to be with you now
Maar de grootste zonde dat is Nummer 7.. ( nummer 7)
But the biggest sin is Number 7.. (Number 7)
Want vannacht ben jij van mij.. ik neem je mee naar huis!
Because tonight you're mine.. I'll take you home!
Zeven zonden ben jij me waard
Seven sins are worth it for you
Zeven zonden voor jou gespaard
Seven sins spared for you
Je bent zo bijzonder, veel meer dan een wonder
You are so special, much more than a wonder
Ik hou het niet uit daarom zeg ik ja!!!!
I can't stand it, that's why I say yes!!!!
Zeven zonden in 1 nacht
Seven sins in one night
Zeven zonden als je naar me lacht
Seven sins when you smile at me
Ik wil met je zweven, en alles beleven
I want to float with you, and experience everything
De zonden der liefde zijn voor ons gemaakt
The sins of love are made for us
Nummer 1.. we drinken samen champagne
Number 1.. We drink champagne together
Nummer 2.. je laat m'n hart sneller kloppen
Number 2.. You make my heart beat faster
Nummer 3.. en op m'n bed liggen rode rozen
Number 3.. And on my bed lie red roses
Nummer 4.. ik wil je lichaam voelen
Number 4.. I want to feel your body
Nummer 5.. je naar m'n kamer leiden
Number 5.. Lead you to my room
Nummer 6.. en ik fluister zacht ik hou van jou
Number 6.. And I whisper softly 'I love you'
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CHORUS 2X
Contributed by Austin I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
AnyaSilka
Einfach Genial! Wunderschönes Lied und Weltklasse Stimme!! Dankeschön...👌🇩🇪🙏🙏
Gladis Zingano
Amei a música
Lazara Sanches tsutsui
É muito bom curtir essa Balada brasileiros gostom
Leroy Beutler
Een fantastisch liedje van Jan Smit. ❤️
Vesna Covo
Jan ist eine LEGENDE , mit legendere Stimme.❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏.
Vesna Covo
Ich liebe diese Lied. Eifach fantastische Stimme hat der Jann.❤️❤️❤️.
Martine GENIN
Super chanteur avec une voix merveilleuse
Martine
❤️💓😘❣️👏👏🤙🤙🤙
Es Estherole
Geweldig leuk lied, it made my day...echt mooiii...en oeehhh je smile😍😍😍😍😍
Urszula Lenart
Zadziwia mnie wszystkiego najlepszego POZDRAWIAM serdecznie dużo radości
Vesna Covo
Unglaublich gute Senger dieser Jan und schönste Mann dieser Welt.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.