He is known for his title song You Never Walk Alone for the ZDF-TV series Friends for Life, which reached #16 in the German charts for 1 week at the beginning of 1993. He dedicated this song to his three sons. In the same year the song was acclaimed as the most successful television melody.
Mathou, who composed other title melodies for ZDF, joined up with soul and disco singer Thelma Houston in Los Angeles for the duet Keep the Candle Burning although it did not reach the German charts. He later went on tour with Houston. Mathou's later CD releases were not successful commercially, and as a performer he remains a One Hit Wonder.
In 1974 Mathou founded his own art publishing company with which he pursued his goal to bring together texts, pictures and music. His art showcase West Side Story, in collaboration with Leonard Bernstein, also became a big success.
You Never Walk Alone
Mathou Lyrics
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David Luca Leon
It shall guide you through the night
And help you through the day
Whenever things go wrong
I'll be with you
Whenever clouds are there
You never walk alone ( I'll be with you )
Never walk alone ( I'll be with you )
And when you think you have to cry
Then rest a little by my side
You should know,
You never walk alone
This song is for you
David Luca Leon
It's a song just for you
To brighten up your day
Whenever things go wrong
I'll be with you
Whenever clouds are there
We'll fight it through
You never walk alone ...
The lyrics of Mathou's song, You Never Walk Alone, are dedicated to someone named David Luca Leon who needs guidance and support. The song assures David that he is not alone and someone will always be there for him. The first verse of the song explains how the song itself will serve as a constant companion to David, leading him through the dark nights and helping him through the tough days. The second verse lists the promises that the singer makes to David, stating that they will always be with him, even when things go wrong or when there are clouds in the sky. The chorus reinforces the message that David will never walk alone and will always have the singer by his side, providing comfort and solace when needed.
The song is a beautiful tribute to the importance of support and guidance in life. The lyrics suggest that having someone to lean on makes difficult times easier to bear, and that through thick and thin, the bond of friendship and support remains unbroken. Mathou's song captures the essence of true friendship and the importance of being there for those we care about, even in the darkest moments.
Line by Line Meaning
This song is for you
The singer dedicates this song to the person named David Luca Leon.
It shall guide you through the night
The song will provide moral support and guidance during tough times, especially at night.
And help you through the day
The song will also provide support in daily life and help to face problems during the day.
Whenever things go wrong
The singer reassures David that she will always be there for him when things are tough.
I'll be with you
The singer is expressing her desire to support David in any way that she can.
Whenever clouds are there
The singer emphasizes that even when dark clouds loom, there will always be hope and support if he needs it.
We'll fight it through
Together, they can overcome any challenge that comes their way.
You never walk alone ( I'll be with you )
This phrase repeats the message that no matter what, David will never be alone since the singer will always be there for him.
And when you think you have to cry
The singer acknowledges that there will be times when David feels sad and it's okay to cry.
Then rest a little by my side
If David feels like he needs to rest and take a break, the singer offers to be there for him.
You should know,
The singer is trying to emphasize a point or express something important.
You never walk alone
The repeated phrase reinforces the message that David will always be supported and will never have to face things alone.
It's a song just for you
Reiteration that this song is created specifically for David and no one else.
To brighten up your day
The purpose of this song is to make David feel better and happier.
Contributed by Hunter V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kalitovanhelsing5817
Mathou - Ruhe in Frieden.... Dein Lied bleibt für immer.
@seeadlerin9346
Auch heute noch läuft mir ein Schauer über den Rücken wenn ich dieses tolle Lied höre.R.I.P. Mathou
@stefanschramm7555
Seeadlerin hey
@wdadwawdadawdwdwa4133
viel zu früh gestorben :(
@Seebar-iy8ov
Glaub ich dir. Ich finde das Lied auch echt schön. Und es sagt auch was darüber aus, dass man nie alleine den Weg gehen sollte sondern es immer jemanden gibt der mit einem mitgeht und der Song macht einfach Mut
@Rico-cs7rk
Damals habe ich noch ZDF geguckt. Ein schönes Lied aus einer leider längst vergangenen Zeit.
@DW-cs6vy
Wahnsinn was da kindheitserinnerungen wach werden...damals ein tolles lied und heute immer noch...musik aus einer tollen einzigartigen dekade der musikgeschichte...man wird es auch in 20 jahren noch gerne hören..
@MrDragonSpirit
Hab dieses Lied bloß gestern herausgefunden.
Und kann nur sagen "Mathou, danke sehr für dieses Meisterstück".
You'll never walk alone.
@martingries1150
Habe ich mit 5 zum ersten Mal gehört. R.I.P. Mathou 💕
@andreasackermann2552
Freunde fürs Leben. So sollte es immer sein. Ich liebe diese Serie.