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.
On My Way
VanVelzen Lyrics
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From the day we met
Remember when we drank too much
I want to carry it around with me
And show it off to everyone we meet
If that's okay with you
I want to rent a plane and write our names
Across the sky
Or whisper something silly in your ear
When we're not suppose to laugh
Is that okay with you
Is that okay with you
Cause you make it real
One of these days I'm gonna find you
Baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
I may be a step or two steps behind you
But baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
I wanna look at you
From way across the room
And know exactly what you're thinking
Every corner of your body
Every perfect imperfection I would know
If that's okay with you
I wanna take you on a thousand
Or more first dates
And every time I'll make it better
Lie in bed with you for day and days
And never let you go
Is that okay with you
Is that okay with you
Cause you make it real
One of these days I'm gonna find you
Baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
I'm only a step or two steps behind you
But baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
And when we're gray and old
I'll still be by your side
Warming your hands in mine
We'll share the memories
And you make it real
One of these days I'm gonna find you
Baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
I'm only a step or two steps behind you
But baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
Yeah
I just wanna lie with you
Share my life and die with you
Love you every single day
Baby, I'm on my way
You make it real
The lyrics to VanVelzen's song "On My Way" express a deep desire for a loving and lasting relationship. The singer longs to have a picture of them together as a reminder of their first meeting and wants to share it with everyone they meet. They also yearn to make grand romantic gestures like renting a plane to write their names in the sky or whispering silly things in each other's ears. It is clear that the singer is fully committed to their partner and wants to know every detail about them, even their imperfections. They also express a desire for a lifetime commitment, knowing that they will still be together even in old age.
The chorus "One of these days I'm gonna find you, baby I'm on my way" reinforces the theme of commitment and persistence. The singer may be a step or two behind their partner, but they are determined to catch up and continue the journey together. They express a willingness to share every moment of their lives, even the mundane ones, with their partner.
Overall, the lyrics to "On My Way" convey a deep longing for intimacy, connection, and commitment in a loving relationship. The song is a heartfelt testament to the power of love and the importance of cherishing our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a picture in my pocket
I want a physical reminder of the day we met
From the day we met
Since the moment we first laid eyes on each other
Remember when we drank too much
Recall that moment when we were both tipsy
I want to carry it around with me
I want to keep it with me at all times
And show it off to everyone we meet
And proudly display it to anyone we come across
If that's okay with you
Assuming you're comfortable with that
I want to rent a plane and write our names
I want to publicize our love by writing our names in the sky
Across the sky
Display it in a way that's visible from afar
In big white fluffy letters
Using large, fluffy letters
Or whisper something silly in your ear
Or share a silly secret with you
When we're not suppose to laugh
Even when the situation is serious!
Cause you make it real
Because you make all of this real and possible
One of these days I'm gonna find you
I will eventually find you
Baby I'm on my way, baby I'm on my way
I'm moving towards you every single day
I may be a step or two steps behind you
Although I might be behind you, I'm still making progress
I wanna look at you
I want to gaze upon you
From way across the room
While you're far away
And know exactly what you're thinking
And still understand your thoughts perfectly
Every corner of your body
Every single inch of your body
Every perfect imperfection I would know
I would even embrace all your imperfections
I wanna take you on a thousand
I want to experience many first-time moments with you
Or more first dates
Or even more first dates
And every time I'll make it better
And each time, I'll work to make it more special
Lie in bed with you for day and days
Spend endless days in bed with you
And never let you go
Never let go of you
And when we're gray and old
When we're old and wrinkled
I'll still be by your side
I'll still be there for you till the end of time
Warming your hands in mine
With my hands holding yours
We'll share the memories
We'll share all the memories created throughout our lifetime
Yeah
Agreement and emphasis
I just wanna lie with you
All I want is to be with you
Share my life and die with you
Share my life with you until the end
Love you every single day
Love you with every passing day
Cause you make it real
Because you make every single moment worthwhile and authentic
Writer(s): John O.c.w. Ewbank, Roel Van Velzen
Contributed by Nathan V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rose Agaatsz
Van Velzen one of the best dutch singers.love it ! ❤️
Mario Monsma
Nice and sweet video. Amazing song and voice. Bravo!
Eliiimusic13
Dit is gewoon zooooooo'n geweldig nummer!!!!!!!!!:D
RenzkeBasketbal23
Deze is zooo leuk dat hij in mijn hoofd blijft hangen egt heel de dag en de dag daarna en nog vele andere dagen. Van Velzen is de best. DUS DUIMEN OMHOOG!!!!!!!!!!
Farhanovic
echt heerlijk nummer man! top!
Emma Susanna.
Leuke clip! En natuurlijk een leuk nummer :D
Dannaut
echt een goed nummer!
Kiki S
dit is echt een SUPER nummer!!!!!!! i love you Roel! <3
Lisa Kamphuis
Wauw wauw wauw Roel! Mooi nummer! Leuke clip! En het leukste is nog wel: in big white fluffy letters! Wauw!
janne medendorp
ahha,leuk lied! ben echt fan van hem !!