We Doen Het Zelf
Stef Bos Lyrics

In Stef Bos’s song We Doen Het Zelf, he points out that despite having many leaders, parents, and figures of authority, we as individuals have the ability to take control of our own lives and be the masters of our own destinies. The song encourages a sense of self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. The first verse suggests that even though there may be a countless number of people in positions of power, we should not rely solely on them to solve our problems, but instead take charge and responsibility of our own lives. The chorus continually repeats the phrase, “We doen het zelf,” which translates to “We do it ourselves,” further emphasizing the song’s message of self-reliance.

The second verse highlights the physical and mental abilities we already possess, including our intelligence, strength, and willpower, which can all work together to help us achieve our goals. Stef Bos suggests that some people in positions of authority may talk a lot but ultimately lack the action required to make real change. The song then returns to the chorus, which reinforces the idea of taking control of our own lives and relying on our own abilities, rather than waiting for someone else to step in and solve our problems.