After Biedermann 1999 participated in and won the Bild-Schlagerwettbewerb competition, winning out over 270,000 other contestants, she released her debut single. To date, “Das tut unheimlich weh" remains her only song performed entirely in German.
In 2000 she released her first English language single, “Go Back". The song entered the top 10 of the German single charts, making way for Biedermann’s debut album “Enjoy", which was eventually certified Gold. Biedermann won an ECHO Award for best-selling “Female Artist National" one year later. Her 2nd album, “Delicious", came out soon after, and it was certified Gold.
In 2002 Jeanette released her 3rd Album "Rock my Life" which peaked at #7 on the German albums chart and was eventually certified Gold. The album’s lead single “Rock My Life” peaked at #3 and also was certified Gold. Other singles which were released from the album are “It’s Over Now” and “Right Now”; both songs peaked in the Top 10. Afterwards she did start her second live tour "Rock my Life".
In November 2003 she released her 4th studio album "Break on Through", which was certified Platinum. The album’s lead single “Rockin’ on Heaven’s Floor” peaked at #3 on the German singles Chart and at #6 in Austria and Switzerland. In spring 2004 she did start her biggest tour to date - "Break on Through". The second single “No Eternity” peaked at #8 on the German singles Chart, also In Austria and Switzerland.
In March 2006 her 5th album "Naked Truth" was released with contributions from her boyfriend and guitarist Jörg Weissenberg. The album reached #14 on the national german albums chart and fell quickly out of the Top 50. The album's singles did chart over the Top 20, the third single "Heat of Summer" peaked at #50 in the German singles Charts. It was promoted by a short live tour, entitled "Bad Girls Club", hitting eight cities throughout Germany.
In 2008 she was working on the new album, that album’s direction went partly to 'electropop' genre. In early 2009 she finished work on her latest studio album "Undress to the Beat".
The 1st single “Undress To The Beat", released on February 27, 2009, reached #20 in Austria and #6 in Germany before Kelly Clarkson's "My Life Would Suck Without You". In the Euro 200 charts the song peaked at # 69 as the 'highest debut of the week'.
Additional career facts about Jeanette Biedermann:
At the age of 6 she began performing professionally on stage of the Circus Lilliput, appearing as a member of a troupe of acrobats. After her secondary school graduation she started receiving vocational training as a hairdesser.
From 2000-2004 Jeanette Biedermann became an actress on the popular German soap opera "Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten", where she did play the role of "Marie Balzer".
Since August 2008 she did play the main role of "Anna Polauke" in the TV series "Anna und die Liebe", which brought her further success.
Winter
Jeanette Biedermann Lyrics
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Wipe my nose, get my new boots on
I get a little warm in my heart when I think of winter
I put my hand in my father's glove
I run off where the drifts get deeper
Sleepin' Beauty trips me with a frown
I hear a voice, "You must learn to stand up
For yourself 'cause I can't always be around"
He says, "When you gonna make up your mind?
When you gonna love you as much as I do?
When you gonna make up your mind?
'Cause things are gonna change so fast
All the white horses are still in bed
Tell you that I'll always want you near
You say that things change, my dear"
Boys get discovered as winter melts
Flowers competing for the sun
Years go by and I'm here, still waiting
Withering where some snowman was
Mirror, mirror, where's the crystal palace?
But I only can see myself
Skating around the truth who I am
But I know, dad, the ice is getting thin
When you gonna make up your mind?
When you gonna love you as much as I do?
When you gonna make up your mind?
'Cause things are gonna change so fast
All the white horses are still in bed
I tell you that I'll always want you near
You say that things change, my dear
Hair is grey and the fires are burning
So many dreams on the shelf
You say I wanted you to be proud of me
I always wanted that myself
When you gonna make up your mind?
When you gonna love you as much as I do?
When you gonna make up your mind?
'Cause things are gonna change so fast
All the white horses have gone ahead
I tell you that I'll always want you near
You say that things change, my dear
Never change
All the white horses
Never change
The song "Winter" by Jeanette Biedermann paints a picture of the changing seasons and the passage of time. It begins with the singer preparing for winter, feeling a warmth in her heart as she thinks of the season. She then reflects on her childhood, remembering going outside to play in the snow and wearing her father's gloves. However, she's interrupted by someone telling her to stand up for herself, as they won't always be around to protect her.
The chorus continues with the theme of self-love and acceptance, with the singer asking herself when she'll learn to love herself as much as her father does. She acknowledges that things change quickly, and alludes to the idea that time waits for no one, even the "white horses" which are symbolic of purity and innocence, are still in bed, they will eventually have to rise and face the changes.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on her life, the passing of time, and the realization that she's still waiting for some things to happen. She mentions the "crystal palace," which represents the unattainable, and the idea that we often only see ourselves in the mirror, despite our desire to see more. She eventually comes to terms with the fact that she has always wanted to be proud of herself, and accepts that things will inevitably change.
Overall, "Winter" is a poignant song about growing up, self-acceptance, and the inevitability of change. It's a reminder that we must love and cherish ourselves and others, no matter what the future may hold.
Line by Line Meaning
Snow can wait, I forgot my mittens
Winter is here, but the singer is not yet prepared for it
Wipe my nose, get my new boots on
The singer is getting ready to brave the winter weather
I get a little warm in my heart when I think of winter
Despite the cold, the singer associates winter with warmth and fond memories
I put my hand in my father's glove
The artist is reminded of their father and feels comfort from the memory
I run off where the drifts get deeper
The artist is adventurous and enjoys playing in the snow
Sleepin' Beauty trips me with a frown
Someone disapproves of the singer's behavior
I hear a voice, "You must learn to stand up
For yourself 'cause I can't always be around"
The singer's father is offering advice and encouraging independence
He says, "When you gonna make up your mind?
When you gonna love you as much as I do?
When you gonna make up your mind?
'Cause things are gonna change so fast
All the white horses are still in bed
Tell you that I'll always want you near
You say that things change, my dear"
The artist's father is asking when the artist will have confidence and self-love, warning that things will change quickly and that he will always love them but acknowledges that change is part of life
Boys get discovered as winter melts
Flowers competing for the sun
Spring represents a time of change and growth, with new discoveries and opportunities for success
Years go by and I'm here, still waiting
Withering where some snowman was
The artist feels stuck and stagnant, waiting for something to happen and feeling like they are slowly losing their spark
Mirror, mirror, where's the crystal palace?
But I only can see myself
Skating around the truth who I am
But I know, dad, the ice is getting thin
The singer is questioning their self-identity and struggling to see past their own reflection, but they are aware that they are on thin ice and need to make a change
Hair is grey and the fires are burning
So many dreams on the shelf
You say I wanted you to be proud of me
I always wanted that myself
The artist reflects on the passage of time and how they have let their dreams fall to the wayside. They realize that they've been seeking approval from their father, but really they just want to be proud of themselves
Never change
All the white horses
Never change
Despite the inevitability of change, there are some things that will always remain the same
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Written by: Tori Amos
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