He recorded his debut album, Vreemde Stad in Stellenbosch and it was first released at the Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees in 2000, and later on by EMI. 'Vreemde Stad' has sold in excess of 150,000 copies to date. Subsequent releases 'Tjailatyd' and 'Seisoen', proved equally popular and established him as a star in Afrikaans music. The South African guitar player, Anton L'Amour, performed with Theuns and was responsible for all the guitar tracks in Vreemde Stad and Tjailatyd.
Theuns Jordaan's singing is characterized by his deeply emotive bass voice. His music has been said to be "faintly bluesly, radio-friendly", with his lyrics "infused with a mournful love of South Africa." His true interpretation of old Afrikaans songs and some of his original tracks, has made him a big hit with fans.
Jordaan died on 17 November 2021, after being diagnosed with leukemia in September 2020.
Discography
Vreemde stad (1999)
Tjailatyd (2002)
Seisoen (2005)
Kouevuur: Die musiek van Koos du Plessis (2009)
Roeper (2012)
Tribute to the poets (2014)
Agter Slot & Grendel (2020)
Makiesakie
Theuns Jordaan Lyrics
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nugter of dronk
Van kleins af al geleer
om op 'n stage te pronk
Is jy wit of is jy swart,
bruin of rooi
In 'n hoed of in 'n jas,
jou beste baadjie getooi
Makiesakie
Buite makiesakie
My mens, buite makiesakie
Het ek jou al gesê,
dat ek vir jou wil hê
Het ek jou al vertel,
ek's meer as net jou pel
Hoekom het jy gesê
die rook het al gaan lê
Hoekom het jy vertel dis die hemel
Toe's dit allietyd die hel
Makiesakie
Gister makiesakie
My mens, gister makiesakie
Die wêreld se dinge,
in die rook se ringe
Jy soek na lewensbrood,
want binne voel jy dood
Van gister tot vandag
het jy lekker gelag
Maar jou oë voel vuil
en jy begin te huil
Makiesakie
Trane makiesakie
My mens, trane makiesakie
Het ek jou al gesê,
dat ek vir jou wil hê
Het ek jou al vertel,
ek's meer as net jou pel
Hoekom het jy gesê
die rook het al gaan lê
Hoekom het jy vertel dis die hemel
Toe's dit allietyd die hel
Ja, hoekom het jy vertel dis die hemel
Toe's dit allietyd die hel
The song "Makiesakie" by Theuns Jordaan speaks about the different external appearances people have and the struggles they face internally. The opening verse questions whether someone is old or young, sober or drunk, and if they were taught from a young age to perform on a stage. The second verse questions whether someone is white, black, brown or red, if they are wearing a hat or a jacket, and if they are dressed in their best clothes. These lines suggest that people tend to be defined by their external appearances, but the truth is that it is their internal struggles that truly define them.
The chorus "Makiesakie" is repeated twice and speaks about how people put on a show and pretend to be something they are not because they think that is what the world wants to see. The first verse speaks about yesterday's show, and the second verse talks about the present moment where someone is searching for a purpose and feels dead inside. The song suggests that people live in a world filled with smoke and confusion, searching for the bread of life to fill the emptiness inside them.
The bridge and the final verse repeat the first two verses, emphasizing the idea that people need to be authentic and truthful to themselves to find true happiness. The song ends on the question, "Why did you say it was heaven when it was always hell?" It suggests that people often try to hide their struggles or pretend like they have everything together when the truth is that they are drowning inside.
Overall, "Makiesakie" encourages people to be truthful and genuine to themselves and to others. It is a call to stop putting on a show for the world and to start living truly.
Line by Line Meaning
Is jy oud of is jy jonk,
Are you old or young?
nugter of dronk
Sober or drunk
Van kleins af al geleer
Taught from a young age
om op 'n stage te pronk
To show off on a stage
Is jy wit of is jy swart,
Are you white or black,
bruin of rooi
Brown or red
In 'n hoed of in 'n jas,
In a hat or a jacket,
jou beste baadjie getooi
Adorned in your best jacket
Makiesakie
Fake
Buite makiesakie
Outside of fake
My mens, buite makiesakie
My friend, outside of fake
Het ek jou al gesê,
Have I told you,
dat ek vir jou wil hê
That I want you,
Het ek jou al vertel,
Have I told you,
ek's meer as net jou pel
I'm more than just your friend
Hoekom het jy gesê
Why did you say
die rook het al gaan lê
That the smoke has cleared
Hoekom het jy vertel dis die hemel
Why did you say it's heaven
Toe's dit allietyd die hel
When it's always been hell
Makiesakie
Fake
Gister makiesakie
Yesterday was fake
My mens, gister makiesakie
My friend, yesterday was fake
Die wêreld se dinge,
The things of the world
in die rook se ringe
In the smoke's circles
Jy soek na lewensbrood,
You're searching for sustenance
want binne voel jy dood
Because inside you feel dead
Van gister tot vandag
From yesterday to today
het jy lekker gelag
You've laughed well
Maar jou oë voel vuil
But your eyes feel dirty
en jy begin te huil
And you start to cry
Trane makiesakie
Fake tears
My mens, trane makiesakie
My friend, fake tears
Ja, hoekom het jy vertel dis die hemel
Yes, why did you say it's heaven
Toe's dit allietyd die hel
When it's always been hell
Contributed by Hudson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rebecca Birbal
on By Jou
I am from a little island in the West Indies call Trinidad. I first heard Theun sing By jóu this year 2024 and I love it.I decided to do some research ny to find out that he has passed we have lost a great soul. May he rest in peace. My condolence to his love ones.
Christine Sanderson
on Hillbrow
Beautiful hearfelt song. I just saw on the internet that theuns father died and also his childhood home burnt down. I am deeply saddened. Can i have more recent news please and is theuns sister linda around now. I shall like to contribute towards a fund if theuns home is going to be rebuilt in his memory for all the joy this good mans singing gave us and which i still enjoy. I am in canada. See my facebook
jaco
on Beautiful In Beaufort Wes
The lyrics tell a story of a past love in Beaufort-Wes. The singer reminisces on the times they spent together, kissing in graveyards, on trains and on the backseat of a Ford Fairlane. The singer's former lover is now married and works as a computer analyst. She wrote to him recently about how unhappy she is, how she can't sleep nor smile anymore. She is struggling with her mental health, having attempted suicide the previous winter.
The lyrics capture a sense of nostalgia, regret and loss. The singer recalls his lover's beauty and the intimacy they shared, but he also recognizes the pain and heartache that came with their relationship. He remembers the sleepless nights and the longing for a love that is gone forever.
The song is a lament for a past love that can never be recovered. It speaks to the powerful emotions that arise from a relationship that has ended, and the pain of finding oneself alone.
Facts about the song:
Lekwe Leshaba
on Roeper Van My Hart
gunsteling
Reneé
on By Jou
Was by Emperors Saterdag middag, was awesome soos altyd.
Reneé
on Ek Wil Weet
Eks sal altyd mal wees oor jou. Mal oor jou shows en stem.
Leon Fourie
on Straattroebadoere
teuns jy bly maar die koning van diep hartgevoelde afrikaans