On stage he sings, while playing keyboard, or electric guitar in songs that don't need keys. He can play drums too, although he is just 1.50 metres tall, which equals less than 5 feet.
He is known for releasing covers of songs which aren't that well known in The Netherlands. He released his debut single, 'Baby Get Higher', in 2006. It became an airplay hit in the Netherlands. It peaked at #17 in the Dutch Top 40. In January 2007, his second single, 'Burn', was released. It did better than 'Baby Get Higher' in the charts, peaking at #7 in the Dutch Top 40 and #6 in the Dutch mega top 50. In March, 2007 his debut album 'Unwind' went straight to #1 in the Dutch Album Top 100 in its first week of release. His new single, the third from 'Unwind', is 'Deep', released on 25 June 2007.
In february 2009 VanVelzen announched two new albums set for release later that year, the first album "Take me in" will be released in may, the second album "Hear me out" will hit the stores in the first week of September.
Dream With Me
VanVelzen Lyrics
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The lyrics to VanVelzen's song "Dream With Me" evoke a feeling of longing for someone who is far away but feels so close. Time and place are described as unreal, highlighting the idea that distance doesn't matter when it comes to the connection between two people. The lyrics focus on the emotional bonds between two people and how those bonds can transcend physical distance. The singer describes feeling the other person's presence and being able to "see through the curtains of time" and "feel through the darkness of night."
The chorus of the song urges the listener to dream with the singer, to let go of reality and immerse yourself in the emotions and feelings of the moment. The idea of dreaming together is portrayed as a way to overcome the distance between two people and bring them closer together. The lyrics use sensory language to create a vivid picture of the experience, with references to touch, sight, and sound.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dream With Me" are a poignant reminder of the power of emotional connection to transcend physical distance. The song invites the listener to join the singer in a dream world where distance doesn't matter and love can conquer all.
Line by Line Meaning
Time and place are so unreal
The concept of time and location can be arbitrary as our perception shapes their reality
It's how we see the things or feel
Our perception and emotions play a huge role in our interpretation of reality
You're half a world away
You're physically distant
But I can feel you near
Despite the physical distance, the emotional connection is strong
You made your way right to my soul
You've reached the deepest parts of me
Picked up the pieces and made me whole
You've helped me heal and become complete
Your presence seems so real
Your existence feels tangible
I close my eyes
To shut out external stimuli and focus on inner sensations
Dream with me
Let's share an imagined reality together
Touch me baby
Feel a physical connection with me
Move me like you used to do
Evoke intense emotions and sensations like you did before
I can see through the curtains of time
My perception extends beyond the limitations of conventional time
I can feel through the darkness of night
My emotions can guide me even in times of confusion or uncertainty
It's real, don't wake up
This dream feels legitimate, don't disrupt the experience by awakening prematurely
Don't let the bright light fool you
Real life may seem brighter or more appealing, but this dream shouldn't be devalued
Just dream with me
Stay present in this imagined world
And all the lights that guide the way
There are numerous sources of inspiration and guidance in life
Make all the other things turn grey
Compared to the brilliance of those guiding lights, everything else seems dull and insignificant
There's too much to reveal
It's impossible to fully articulate the emotions and sensations of this experience
Just close your eyes and
Eliminate any external distractions
And when we get to cloud nine
In moments of pure joy and ecstasy
You'll know just what to do
Intuitively, you'll know how to deepen the connection
We're gonne make the sun shine on through
Our shared energy and positivity will radiate and affect our surroundings
Move me like you used to, Move me like you used to, Move me like you used to, Move me like you used to do
Repeated emphasis on the desire for a deepening of emotional connection and sensation
Contributed by Alyssa N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.