Born 09-02-1952 at Kleinzee, Northe… Read Full Bio ↴Real Name: Johannes Carl Stemmet
Born 09-02-1952 at Kleinzee, Northern Cape, South Africa. He is the Executive Producer of Stemmburg Television, Johannesburg. Also a singer and songwriter who released a dozen LP albums before his duties a TV programme producer left little time for singing professionally.
Reisiger, 2007 KOSMOS
Inspirational Songs, 2006 KOSMOS
Goue Gedagtes, 1999
Stil Deur My Lewe, 1997
Om Tyd Te Maak, 1995
Grootste Treffers, 1993
'My Musiek', 1991
'n Deel Van My, 1988
Ons Lied Is 'n Duet, 1987
As Ek Maar Net Kon Sê, 1986/2002 EMI
Op Versoek, 1984
Die Klokkespel, saam met Laurika Rauch, Cora Marie en Kupido, 1983
Bianca, 1982
Kwarteltjie En Korhaan / Septemberland 7", 1981 RAP
Ek Is Lief Vir Jou, 1980
Live at Devon Valley, 1971/2 EMI
c'est la vie
Johan Stemmet Lyrics
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'N Baba huil wat nuwe lewe kry.
Die nag is om, die wag is reeds verby, net 'n onthou.
En die môre lê en wink vir my en jou.
C'est la vie, so is die lewe maar.
C'est la vie, lag en 'n traan.
C'est la vie, al is die heimwee daar.
Dis net na agt 'n nuwe dag voorspel, droogte of reën.
Die wandelaar van môre loop alleen.
Hy ken die voetpad ken die kompas, weet wat hy onthou.
Maar ek wonder waarheen lei die paaie nou?
C'est la vie, so is die lewe maar.
C'est la vie, lag en 'n traan.
C'est la vie, al is die heimwee daar.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
C'est la vie, so is die lewe maar.
C'est la vie, lag en 'n traan.
C'est la vie, al is die heimwee daar.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
The lyrics of Johan Stemmet's song C'est la Vie capture the bittersweet realities of life, with its ever-changing landscape of new beginnings and endings. Through the imagery of a baby's cry and the dawn of a new day, the song highlights the inevitability of change and how it can evoke both joy and sadness. The line "die nag is om, die wag is reeds verby, net 'n onthou" ("the night is over, the wait is already past, just a memory") further emphasizes the fleeting nature of time and how memories are all that remain.
The second verse introduces the concept of uncertainty, with the walker of tomorrow walking alone on a familiar path. Despite knowing the way and having a compass, the destination remains unknown, conveying a sense of apprehension and questioning. Ultimately, the chorus repeats the phrase "C'est la Vie" ("That's life"), acknowledging the multitude of emotions and experiences that come with it, from laughter to tears to longing. The final lines "die hede is klaar" ("the present is finished") serve as a reminder to cherish every moment and embrace life's ebb and flow.
Line by Line Meaning
Dis net na agt 'n nuwe dag se, dou vonkel om my.
It's just after eight, a new day's dawn is sparkling around me.
'N Baba huil wat nuwe lewe kry.
A baby is crying, taking their first breath of life.
Die nag is om, die wag is reeds verby, net 'n onthou.
The night has ended, the wait is over, only a memory remaining.
En die môre lê en wink vir my en jou.
And the morning awaits us both with a wave.
C'est la vie, so is die lewe maar.
That's life, it is what it is.
C'est la vie, lag en 'n traan.
That's life, laughter and tears.
C'est la vie, al is die heimwee daar.
That's life, even with homesickness present.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
That's life, the present is done.
Dis net na agt 'n nuwe dag voorspel, droogte of reën.
It's just after eight, a new day predicts drought or rain.
Die wandelaar van môre loop alleen.
Tomorrow's walker takes the path alone.
Hy ken die voetpad ken die kompas, weet wat hy onthou.
He knows the footpath and the compass, aware of what to remember.
Maar ek wonder waarheen lei die paaie nou?
But I wonder where the paths lead now?
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
That's life, the present is done.
C'est la vie, die hede is klaar.
That's life, the present is done.
Contributed by Chase A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.