Born on May 7, 1962, in Graz, Martin studied solo singing at Kunstuniversitдt Graz (i.e., University of Music and Dramatic Arts) in 1982 and, as a means of financing her studies, sung lead vocals in the tanzband the Heart Breakers from 1986 until 1992. Her band released one album, Dafьr Dank' Ich Dir (1990), billing itself as the Heart Breakers mit Dr. Ilse Bauer. During this period, Martin also studied art history and ethnology, earning her Ph.D. in 1990; from 1990 until 2000 she worked as an art teacher, starting her own ceramics business in Graz in 1994.
In 1995 Martin embarked on her solo singing career, signing to Koch Records and proceeding to release her solo debut, La Luna Blu (1996). The album spawned one of her all-time hits in the title track, which competed for the Grand Prix der Volksmusik, ultimately winning second place among Austrian participants. Martin's second album, Immer Nur Sehnsucht (1997), also put her in the running for the Austrian Grand Prix der Volksmusik, spawning the major hit "Goodbye Farewell." Martin's third album, Klinge Mein Lied (1999), became her most successful to date -- her first to reach gold sales status -- despite not spawning a hit on the level of "La Luna Blu" or "Goodbye Farewell."
Well established as a hitmaker with commercial appeal, Martin retired from teaching in 2000 and began focusing on her singing career full-time. A long string of popular albums resulted, including Mein Liebeslied (2000), Napoli Adieu (2001), Drei Stimmen d'Amour (2001; co-featuring Mara Kayer and Francine Jordi), Mein Gefьhl (2002), Das Beste von Monika Martin (2002), Himmel aus Glas (2003), Eine Liebe Reicht fьr Zwei (2004), Ave Maria: Lieder zur Stillen Zeit (2004), Ein Kleines Glьck (2005), Schmetterling d'Amour (2005), Heute Fьhl' Ich Mich Wie Zwanzig (2006), and Aloha Blue (2007) -- most of which were Top 20, if not Top Ten, hits in Austria and anywhere from Top 50 to Top 100 hits in Germany. Her most popular singles during this period include "Gib Einem Kind Deine Hand" (2000), "Schweige Mein Herz" (2000), "My Love" (2000), "Napoli Adieu" (2001), "Hast Du Heute Schon Gelдchelt" (2002), "Eine Liebe Reicht fьr Zwei" (2004), "Ich Trдum Mich Heute Nacht in Deine Arme" (2005), and "Heute Fьhl Ich Mich Wie Zwanzig" (2006). ~ Jason Birchmeier
La Luna Blu
Monika Martin Lyrics
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spür´ ich´s tief in mir,
jede Nacht bei Vollmond
zieht es mich zu Dir.
Du nimmst mich gefangen,
ich gebe offen zu,
Du bist meine Sehnsucht?
La Lua blu.
La Luna blu, La Luna blu,
mitten in der Nacht, auf einmal Du,
kann Dir nicht entflieh´n, finde keine Ruh´,
Du gehörst zu mir?
La Luna blu.
Wie so oft im Leben
muß auch er vergeh´ n,
wie so oft im Leben
gibt's ein Wiederseh´n.
Bin Dir ganz verfallen
und warte immerzu
bis Du wieder aufgehst-
La Luna blu.
La Luna blu, La Luna blu,
mitten in der Nacht, auf einmal Du,
kann Dir nicht entflieh´n, finde keine Ruh´,
Du gehörst zu mir?
La Luna blu.
The lyrics of Monika Martin's song La Luna Blu speak of a deep longing and attraction that the singer feels towards someone, especially during the full moon. She expresses how every night during the full moon, she feels a strong pull towards this person and admits that she is captivated by them. The repeated refrain of "La Luna Blu" adds to this mystical and magical feeling, almost emphasizing how powerful and otherworldly this attraction is.
The singer further confesses that she cannot escape this person, even if she tries. She is unable to find peace and is constantly waiting for their return. However, the lyrics also acknowledge that like everything in life, this too shall pass. Although this person may leave, the singer believes that there will be a reunion in the future.
Overall, the lyrics of La Luna Blu are a beautiful representation of the deep emotions and longing that one can feel towards someone, and how powerful that attraction can be, almost verging on the surreal.
Line by Line Meaning
Jede Nacht bei Vollmond spür´ ich´s tief in mir,
Every night during the full moon, I feel something deep inside me,
jede Nacht bei Vollmond zieht es mich zu Dir.
Every night during the full moon, I am drawn to you.
Du nimmst mich gefangen, ich gebe offen zu,
You capture me, I admit it openly,
Du bist meine Sehnsucht? La Lua blu.
Are you my longing? The blue moon.
La Luna blu, La Luna blu, mitten in der Nacht, auf einmal Du,
The blue moon, the blue moon, suddenly you in the middle of the night,
kann Dir nicht entflieh´n, finde keine Ruh´,
I cannot escape from you, I find no rest,
Du gehörst zu mir? La Luna blu.
Do you belong to me? The blue moon.
Wie so oft im Leben muss auch er vergeh´ n,
As it often happens in life, it must also pass,
wie so oft im Leben gibt's ein Wiederseh´n.
As it often happens in life, there is a reunion.
Bin Dir ganz verfallen und warte immerzu
I am completely devoted to you and wait endlessly,
bis Du wieder aufgehst- La Luna blu.
until you rise again - the blue moon.
Writer(s): Ilse Bauer Copyright: Koch Music Oe Ehem. Franz Koch Mv Ed.
Contributed by Asher C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@WolfgangNeuburger
Ich höre dieses Lied sehr gerne, es geht durch die Seele.🏵🌹🌹🌹🌷🍀
@XrackProject
Jedna z najpiekniejszych piosenek Moniki Martin. Utwor ze wspanialej Austrii.
@luciapetrucci5854
Que linda voz e canção. Transmite paz💟💟💟
@MariaLuiza-tm9wr
Amo essa voz de Anjo!
Ouvir Monika é uma felicidade!
Envio abraços desde Brazil.
Gratidão?
@bogdanstachowiak2787
Śliczna melodia i piękny głos Moniki !
@LiberatMages-ku8zp
Super
@wolfrehbein8104
einfach nur super schön . Augen zu und Träumen 💖💖💖💖
@grazynacur3996
Piękne wykonanie
@mieczyslawkroemer51
Uwielbiam tę piosenkę..No i oczywiście Pie Jesu... p. Monika jest wspaniała! marzy mi się płyta z autografem.. Pozdrawiam
@stefaniagroszek
Anielski glos, piekne piosenki !!!!!