Known to her fans as Der Stille Star (i.e., the Silent Star), Monika Martin… Read Full Bio ↴Known to her fans as Der Stille Star (i.e., the Silent Star), Monika Martin is an Austrian schlager singer with a long track record of hitmaking, going all the way back to her 1996 debut single, "La Luna Blu." Though generally classified as schlager, she can also be considered one of the leading Austrian practioners of volkstьmliche musik, a variant of volksmusik which incorporates contemporary themes and styles rather than the Alpine motifs generally associated with volksmusik. At least three times Martin has competed for the Austrian Grand Prix der Volksmusik ("La Luna Blu," 1996; "Goodbye Farewell," 1998; and "Heute Fьhl Ich Mich Wie Zwanzig," 2006).

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

Mein Gefühl
Monika Martin Lyrics

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Ich bin wie Du
Jeder Mensch macht seine Fehler
Ein Stein in deinem Schuh
Ist kein Hindernis zum Ziel
Hab mit Dir ne Riesenchance
Mich bringt nichts aus der Balance
Bin so stark wie nie
Und voller Euphorie

Manege frei für mein Gefühl
Es regnet Sternengold ins Herz hinein
Manege frei Du bist mein Ziel
Tauch mich in Liebe ein
Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein

Ich schau nicht zurück
Ist doch alles Schnee von gestern
Hab Spaß, Lust auf mehr
Lieb das Leben viel zu sehr
Meine Freude meinen Schmerz
Du bist mein halbes Herz
Ich liebe mich genauso lieb ich dich

Manege frei für mein Gefühl
Es regnet Sternengold ins Herz hinein
Manege frei Du bist mein Ziel
Tauch mich in Liebe ein
Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein

Jeder Mensch sucht den Applaus
Muss aus seinen Zwängen raus
Ich bin frei wie nie
Und tanz in Harmonie

Manege frei für mein Gefühl
Es regnet Sternengold ins Herz hinein
Manege frei Du bist mein Ziel
Tauch mich in Liebe ein

Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein
Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Monika Martin's song "Mein Gefühl" are about living life without regrets and focusing on the present moment. The song begins by acknowledging the universal truth that everyone makes mistakes and experiences obstacles in life. However, the singer suggests that these challenges should not deter us from pursuing our goals and dreams. The line "Ein Stein in deinem Schuh ist kein Hindernis zum Ziel" (A stone in your shoe is not an obstacle to your destination) emphasizes the importance of persevering in the face of difficulty.

The chorus "Manege frei für mein Gefühl" (Ringmaster, free for my feeling) serves as an anthem for the singer's emotional liberation. She encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and take control of their lives. The imagery of "Es regnet Sternengold ins Herz hinein" (It rains stardust into the heart) suggests a sense of wonder and magic, as if anything is possible.

The song also touches upon the idea of self-love and the importance of valuing oneself. The line "Ich liebe mich genauso lieb ich dich" (I love myself as much as I love you) highlights the singer's belief that love and happiness should be shared between oneself and others.

Overall, "Mein Gefühl" is a positive and uplifting song that encourages listeners to live in the moment, embrace their emotions, and pursue happiness.

Line by Line Meaning

Ich bin wie Du
I am just like you

Jeder Mensch macht seine Fehler
Everyone makes mistakes

Ein Stein in deinem Schuh Ist kein Hindernis zum Ziel
A pebble in your shoe won't stop you from reaching your goal

Hab mit Dir ne Riesenchance Mich bringt nichts aus der Balance Bin so stark wie nie Und voller Euphorie
Being with you is a great opportunity and nothing can throw me off balance. I feel stronger than ever and full of excitement.

Manege frei für mein Gefühl Es regnet Sternengold ins Herz hinein Manege frei Du bist mein Ziel Tauch mich in Liebe ein Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein
It's time to unleash my emotions and let them rain down like stardust into my heart. You are my goal, drown me in love. Everyone has a right to be happy.

Ich schau nicht zurück Ist doch alles Schnee von gestern
I don't look back, the past is the past

Hab Spaß, Lust auf mehr Lieb das Leben viel zu sehr Meine Freude meinen Schmerz Du bist mein halbes Herz
I have fun and am eager for more, I love life too much. My joy and pain both belong to you, you are half of my heart.

Ich liebe mich genauso lieb ich dich
I love myself just as much as I love you

Jeder Mensch sucht den Applaus Muss aus seinen Zwängen raus
Everyone seeks approval and needs to break free from their constraints

Ich bin frei wie nie Und tanz in Harmonie
I am free like never before and dance in harmony

Jeder hat ein Recht auf's glücklich sein
Everyone has a right to be happy

Writer(s): walter widemair

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