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

Stille Zeit
Monika Martin Lyrics

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Leis fällt die Nacht
auf das Haus
auf das Tal
auf die Welt

Hell scheint ein Stern
dass ein Kind seine Hoffnung erhellt
Frieden kehrt wieder ein

jeder fühlt bald wirds Weihnachten sein
und es kehrt Kerzenschein in die Seele hinein

Himmelhoch
träumeweit
und die Herzen füllen sich mit Zärtlichkeit

Himmelhoch
träumeweit
in den Augen steht das Wort Geborgenheit
weisse Flocken tanzen Reigen
auf die Erde senkt sich Schweigen
es beginnt die stille Zeit, die stille Zeit

Weiss, liegt der Schnee
auf dem Haus, auf dem Tal, auf der Welt
stark ist die Kraft
tief im Glauben erhellt
ganz von fern, Glockenklang
jeder spürt bald fängt Weihnachten an
und ein Kind glaubt daran
es wird gut irgendwann

Himmelhoch
träumeweit
in den Augen steht das Wort Geborgenheit

Himmelhoch
träumeweit
und es kommt dir vor, ein Engel fliegt vorbei
weisse Flocken tanzen Reigen
auf die Erde senkt sich Schweigen
es beginnt die stille Zeit, die stille Zeit

Stille Zeit, stille Zeit

Overall Meaning

The song "Stülle Zeit" by Monika Martin is all about the magic of the Christmas season. The lyrics describe how the night falls softly on the world, and a bright star shines in the sky, bringing hope to children and peace to the world. As Christmas approaches, everyone feels a sense of lightness and joy, with their hearts full of tenderness and love.

The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Himmelhoch, träumeweit" which translates to "sky high, dream far" in English. This line evokes the feeling of soaring into the heavens, dreaming of endless possibilities and feeling uplifted by the magic of the season. The second part of the chorus describes the feeling of safety and security ("Geborgenheit") that comes with the holiday season.

The verses describe the beauty of the snow and the power of faith to bring people together. The last verse talks about the sound of distant bells ringing, signaling the start of the Christmas celebration. Throughout the song, the imagery of white snow, silence, and a shining star bring a sense of peace and hope to the listener.

Line by Line Meaning

Leis fällt die Nacht
The night falls quietly

auf das Haus auf das Tal auf die Welt
Covering the house, the valley, and the world

Hell scheint ein Stern
A star is shining bright

dass ein Kind seine Hoffnung erhellt
Giving hope to a child

Frieden kehrt wieder ein
Peace returns

jeder fühlt bald wirds Weihnachten sein
Everyone can feel that Christmas is coming soon

und es kehrt Kerzenschein in die Seele hinein
The light of Christmas candles fills the soul

Himmelhoch
Sky-high

träumeweit
Dreamy far

und die Herzen füllen sich mit Zärtlichkeit
Hearts are filled with tenderness

in den Augen steht das Wort Geborgenheit
The word security is reflected in the eyes