On his highschool, the Christelijk Lyceum Delft, Van Velzen was in a couple of schoolbands. He composed his own music and he wrote the annual musical as well. When he went to college music was starting to become more and more important for him. He started his own band called "Goldfish" and he won the Heineken Student Music Award, in 1999.
Since 2002 Van Velzen is part of the theatregroup Op Sterk Water. He performed two times on Lowlands with this group.
After his study Van Velzen participated in the group Crazy Pianos in Scheveningen. While a performance in the Gelredome, Arnhem, he met his current manager, Ruud H. Vinke.
Van Velzen is noticed in 2005 by the Dutch producers Holger Schwedt (Anouk, Blof), Nando Eweg (Di-rect, Birgit) and John Ewbank (Marco Borsato), and with them he produces an album.
October, 2006. Van Velzen is starting to get familiar with the big mainstream audience after performing at the TMF Awards 2006, instead of James Morrison. Morrison called in sick that day.
At the 30th of June 2007, Van Velzen will be performing for a big crowd, because he will be playing at the second edition of Concert at Sea, Zeeland.
Van Velzen's first album will be released in March, 2007, called "Unwind". Twelve tracks are present on this album, written by himself, but also by John Ewbank and Andreas Johnson (known of the hit "Glorius"). The music is supported by the live-band of Anouk and Cor Bakker.
The first single of Van Velzen, "Baby Get Higher" came out in September 2006. His single was announced as the 3FM Megahit and became quite a good succes. The highest position in the Top40 was the 17th and this single was also used in a commercial for Q-Music. His second single "Burn" became the Alarmschijf.
Baby Get Higher
Van Velzen Lyrics
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Heading the same way forever
I love you, I love you, I love you
And I'm trying to figure out
How to make it better
If you don't hide away inside
You'd find your wings would open
Chorus:
Baby get higher
You know that's all I'm asking for
Baby get higher
I don't think I can take no more
You're bringing me down
You're stuck on the ground
How do I turn this thing around
Baby get higher
You're stuck in a groove
Like a record
You don't even know
What you're looking for
And you never, never
Never see that I'm trying, no
I want you to feel
So much more
Let it all out, just scream and shout
Tear down the walls around you
So free your mind and you will fly
Chorus
If you don't hide away inside
You'd find your wings would open
So free your mind and you will fly
Chorus
The song "Baby Get Higher" by Van Velzen is a passionate plea from the singer to a loved one who is struggling to break free from their own limitations. The metaphorical language of the song likens this struggle to being "stuck on the ground" or "stuck in a groove like a record." The singer encourages their loved one to "flow like a river" and "free [their] mind" in order to "fly" and become something more than they are. There is a sense of urgency in the singer's voice as they implore, "I don't think I can take no more," emphasizing the importance of this transformation for the health of the relationship.
The chorus of the song is an unambiguous call to action: "Baby get higher, you know that's all I'm asking for." The repetition of this phrase throughout the song serves to drive home the message that the singer's love for this person is contingent on their ability to break free of their limitations and reach their full potential. The chorus is also notable for its use of syncopated rhythms, which give the song a sense of forward momentum and urgency.
Line by Line Meaning
You gotta flow, like a river
You need to keep moving forward in life like a river, without stopping or getting stuck in one place.
Heading the same way forever
Keep heading towards your goals and aspirations, without wavering from your path.
I love you, I love you, I love you
I have deep affection for you and your well-being means a lot to me.
And I'm trying to figure out
I'm attempting to understand and improve our situation.
How to make it better
I want to find ways to enhance our lives.
If you don't hide away inside
If you don't keep your emotions bottled up inside.
You'd find your wings would open
You'd discover your true potential and soar to new heights.
So free your mind and you will fly
Allow yourself to be mentally unrestricted and unburdened, and you'll achieve great things.
Baby get higher
Lift yourself up and reach for greater heights.
You know that's all I'm asking for
All I expect is for you to better yourself and your circumstances.
I don't think I can take no more
The current situation is taking a toll on me and I need you to change.
You're bringing me down
Your current state is affecting my happiness negatively.
You're stuck on the ground
You're not progressing or growing like you could be.
How do I turn this thing around
I'm searching for ways to improve our relationship and your personal development.
You're stuck in a groove
You're in a routine or pattern that isn't serving you well.
Like a record
Like a broken record that keeps repeating the same thing over and over.
You don't even know
You're unaware of how your behavior is affecting others.
What you're looking for
You're unsure of what you want out of life or this relationship.
And you never, never
You always refuse to
Never see that I'm trying, no
You don't recognize or appreciate my attempts to help you grow and be happy.
I want you to feel
I desire for you to experience
So much more
A greater sense of purpose, fulfillment, and joy that comes from personal growth.
Let it all out, just scream and shout
Express your feelings and emotions freely and passionately, without holding back.
Tear down the walls around you
Open yourself up to vulnerability and new experiences by breaking down your emotional barriers.
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nonnierose8117
You gotta flow, like a river
Heading the same way forever
I love you, I love you, I love you
And I'm trying to figure out
How to make it better
If you don't hide away inside
You'd find your wings would open
So free your mind and fly
Baby get higher
You know that's all I'm asking for
Baby get higher
I don't think I can take no more
You're bringing me down
You're stuck on the ground
How do I turn this thing around
Baby get higher
You're stuck in a groove
Like a record
You don't even know
What you're looking for
And you never, never
Never see that I'm trying, no
I want you to feel
So much more
Let it all out, just scream and shout
Tear down the walls around you
So free your mind and you will fly
Baby get higher
You know that's all I'm asking for
Baby get higher
I don't think I can take no more
You're bringing me down
You're stuck on the ground
How do I turn this thing around
Baby get higher
If you don't hide away inside
You'd find your wings would open
So free your mind and fly
Baby get higher
You know that's all I'm asking for
Baby get higher
I don't think I can take no more
You're bringing me down
You're stuck on the ground
How do I turn this thing around
Baby get higher
@kasoudestegge1992
geweldig nummer, waar je echt blij van word. zeker tijdens de corona.
@Mamabear72817
he is completely adorable and he has a terrific voice
@vissertje0273
Jammer dat je niks meer hoort van deze kleine grote man
@michicadulce1
this guy is so freakin good ! <'3
@DaanieLovesMusic
Zullen we van velzen de volgende keer naar het eurovison song festival sturen?
@niekr8694
nog steeds een mooi nummer!
@FeyenoordChick12
Ik bengisteravond naar een theaterconcert geweest van hem Omg met een nieuwe koelwel bandlid<3 Love VanVelzen 4 ever
@Rensb10
Wie luistert dit lied ook na 10 jaar nog terug?
@noskillzdad5504
try 11, and I come from the other side of the world.
@aarongaal8593
Ikke