1) Norwegian pop roc… Read Full Bio ↴Jan Werner is the name of more than one artist:
1) Norwegian pop rock musical opera singer
2) a game music remixer
3) a German DJ
1) Jan Werner Danielsen, artist name Jan Werner, (April 10, 1976, Nord-Odal – September 29, 2006, Oslo) was a Norwegian pop rock singer, famous for his grand, powerful voice. His breakthrough came after winning two important talent contests, the last time on national television and the show Talentiaden (NRK) in 1994.
He was one of the highest selling recording artists in Norway at his death at the age of 30.
Danielsen won his first talent show victory in 1988, at the age of twelve. The first prize was a record deal. Then he had already been singing for two thirds of his lifetime, as his first public appearance in a musical setting was at the age of just four.
For several years after this victory, between 1988 and 1993, he sang regularly with the Hamar Symphony Orchestra. In 1992, Danielsen was cut his second record deal, and at the same time was included in the plans for cultural events during the 1994 Winter Olympics at Lillehammer.
1994 was a busy year for Danielsen. First there was his appearance at the Olympics, then the Talentiaden victory, and finally representing Norway in the Eurovision Song Contest 1994 singing a duet with Elisabeth "Bettan" Andreassen. They performed a ballad and got in at a respectable sixth (6th) place.
Danielsen released his debut album in 1995, called All By Myself, selling a respectable 35,000 copies, enough to earn him a gold record. From then on he was known to most Norwegians as simply Jan Werner, having dropped his last name. Inner Secrets, his second album, was released two years later, in 1997. It sold 14,000 copies and included some self-penned compositions.
His third CD, released in 1999, was Music of the Night. It was inspired by the 'musical' genre in broad, and it had somewhat the same success as his previous album. It was Danielsen's next album that would become his biggest seller to date, Singer of Songs (2003). It reached second place on the national album chart and ended up selling around 100,000 copies.
Since 1997, Bettan and Danielsen toured Norway with their Christmas concert. In 1999 and 2000, their concert tour was the most popular Christmas concert in Norwegian history. They released an album together in 1999 with music from their Christmas tour.
A personal highlight of his career came in 2003, when he performed at the Royal Albert Hall in London, singing "Air" by Johann Sebastian Bach.
Danielsen's various albums have sold a total of nearly 1 million copies, an impressive figure in a country with just 4.6 million people.
On 29 September 2006, Febe Rognstad, Jan Werner Danielsen's manager, found him dead in his Oslo flat. An autopsy has not given any direct answers to what might have been the cause of Danielsen's death. According to Danielsen's physician, Unni-Berit Schjervheim, a final report of the autopsy will most likely not be ready until around January, 2007. In Schjervheim's opinion Danielsen's death was most likely caused by enduring strain put on his heart by his singing career. Danielsen's family have denied any rumours about his death being caused by suicide. His death caused an outpouring of grief in the Norwegian entertainment industry. At the time of his death he had recently finished a new album. In accordance with the wishes of his family the album was released as planned.
November 22th 2010 :released a new 2 cd album with his greatest hits and new unreleased songs.
Debutsingle ”My prayer” (1989)
(Melodi Grand Prix) Winner single (“Duett”) feat. (Elisabeth Andreassen) (1994)
All By Myself (1995)
Inner Secrets (1997)
Music Of The Night (1998)
fotballcup single “Bonne Chance a France” feat. (Synnøve Svabø) (1998)
Bettan & Jan Werners jul (1999)
Singer Of Songs (2003)
Brannmann Sam (2004)
Stronger (2006)
One More Time - The Very Best Of (2010)
R.I.P
You Raise Me Up
Jan Werner Lyrics
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When troubles come and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
There is no life - no life without its hunger
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You raise me up, to more than I can be
The lyrics of Jan Werner's song, "You Raise Me Up," speak to the idea that, although life can be challenging and difficult, the presence of a loved one can provide the strength and inspiration needed to persevere. The song's opening lines acknowledge the struggles and weariness that can come with life's troubles, but there is a sense of hope and anticipation that the presence of another person can bring comfort and solace. The singer waits for someone to come and sit with them in the silence, suggesting that even the simple act of companionship can uplift us in difficult times.
The chorus, which repeats twice in the song, emphasizes the idea of being lifted up by another person. The image of standing on mountains and walking on stormy seas conjures up a sense of power and resilience, but it's clear that the singer can only do so when they are on the other person's shoulders. This suggests that they need this person's support in order to be their best selves and achieve great things.
The final verse acknowledges the imperfections and restlessness of the human heart, but again emphasizes the transformative power of another person's presence. When this person comes, the singer is filled with wonder and even glimpses eternity. This final message is that, with the support and love of another person, we can transcend our limitations and become something greater.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary
In times of sadness and exhaustion, when my innermost self can hardly bear the weight of my emotions
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
When difficulties arise and my heart becomes heavy with worry
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
I find solace in stillness and wait in quietness for comfort
Until you come and sit awhile with me
Until you come and share your presence with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You elevate me so that I may overcome great challenges and obstacles
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
You lift me up so that I may face the tumultuous waves of life with courage and strength
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
I gain a sense of empowerment and resilience when I have your support and guidance
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You empower me to reach beyond my perceived limitations and achieve greatness
There is no life - no life without its hunger
Life is defined by a yearning or desire for something more
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
Each heart is flawed and experiences restlessness
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
Yet when you arrive, I am filled with awe and amazement
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
At times, I believe I catch a glimpse of the infinite and eternal
Contributed by Emily W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mhurm3
It is such a big loss for us music lovers not to be able to hear Jan sing live anymore! One of the best voices ever!!
@nonshari
Norges største sanger !!! Det er en skam for Norge at du aldri hører Jan Werner på radio :(
@EternalSamurai
I can't listen to it enough. Jan was a beautiful person, and the world is a darker place without him. His voice lit the darkness and gave us hope. We're fortunate enough to be able to reflect on his gift to us. Thank you so much Jan, you'll always be loved and missed!
@thomasinnorway
I could not agree moro. His life and his music was there to make people smile, to create joy, and for us to stand in disbelief that a person could have such a voice. The media in Norway tried, but failed, at tearing him down just for being unique. We who love music love Jan, and for those who did not I feel sorry for their loss....the loss over not having truly heard his music.
@eselvisfan
Just FANTASTIC!!! I never heard of Jan, untill i came living in Norway. It is a shame he dint get notised in the whole world! I am sitting here with tears in my eyes, just beautifull!!!!
@italianovero220
beautiful for someone who doesn't speak the language. definitely one of my favorite singers of all time. such power and finesse.
@Th3Viking94
Norway's best voice of all time !! R.I.P Jan Werner !!!!!
@pinkandbluecow
Im proud to be Norwegian.. he is the reason.. Rest in peace darling. you are dead.. but you're voice will never die. i will never forget you're face or voice.. You are now.. an angel. i want to say god bless you. if i was religious. (sorry about my bad grammar and english)
@Mrdevan157
after my opinion this was one of the best artists in the world when he died the world lost a wonderfull singer and a preformer !!! but he carry on in our hearts the world needed an artist like him R.I.P you are still my favoritt singer!!!
@Janwernerfan
I simply love you, Jan Werner. And I will never forget you. Rest in peace, dear you....You were amazing!