Wouter Hamel, whose first two albums, ‘Hamel’ and ‘Nobody’s Tune’ captured hearts in his native Netherlands and spread like wildfire throughout Europe, Japan, and Korea, is back with his new record, ‘Lohengrin’, after a long and winding road full of surprises; not all of them pleasant.
‘This year has been one full of adventure.’
Being confronted with the painful breakup of a 9-year relationship is hard enough. However, when this happens in the same week as the sudden departure of one of your trusted band members, then it just might become too much. For Wouter, however, these challenges were faced head on, and he’s emerged stronger and more determined than ever. Hamel even embraced the opportunity of producing his own album for the very first time, so yet another break up, that with his longtime producer, Benny Sings, was also in the cards.
‘For me it was a huge period of starting over. I had lost my partner. I had lost my pianist. I had to be my own producer. I knew that I had to dig deep and start again, on lots of levels.’
The ideas started flowing during the promotion of the second album ‘Nobody’s Tune’, when Hamel decided to take some time to write in Paris.
‘I wanted to escape the rat race for a while.’ The writing process continued in the summer of 2010. ‘I needed to be in a place by myself. I decided to work in my parent’s place, they have a lovely converted barn and that’s where I did the second part of the writing for the album. In the barn I could work through the night, something I didn’t do in Paris – there’s too much to do there at night...’.
The inspiration behind many of the songs is Wouter’s desire to be honest and to write directly about all of the changes he was going through ‘When Pieter, my pianist, left, it was a big shock, but I respect his decision. I was very happy to find a new pianist, Thierry Castel, an instrumental songwriter, who made some amazing contributions to several of the songs on the new album.' This new collaboration was of course enhanced by the amazing growth and development of all his band members (Rory Ronde, Sven Happel, Jasper van Hulten, and Gijs Anders van Straalen). Taking a tight band and adding a new collaborator has created a new dimension in Hamel’s music – his cleverly crafted lyrics are now housed in sometimes bombastic, occasionally pompous arrangements, which reveal themselves even more with every listen.
Wouter was able to take more risks on this album, thinking outside the box; often nowhere near the box. He had complete and utter freedom to really follow his gut, and make an album without concessions. Experimenting with different sounds and techniques, and having no formal training as a producer, he followed his ears and his heart and is very proud of the results.
And the title? It might sound a bit obscure to some, but to Hamel, it’s quite significant. ‘I had this old demo, there was an E chord, and I just started singing ‘take me there oh Lohengrin’ – at the time, I was thinking of a street in the Hague. I looked up what it meant and Lohengrin is actually the son of Parcival, and a knight of the Holy Grail. And the myth goes that Lohengrin comes to Elsa in Antwerp and the only condition for them to be together is that she is not allowed to ever ask of his origin or what happened to him before. In my song, I was singing ‘don’t blink your eyes, I’ll disappear’; I kind of personified Lohengrin into someone who could sweep you away if anything goes wrong. I love the link there. It’s all about a new beginning- putting the past behind, shedding old skin and starting a new. That’s what Lohengrin means to me.'
Hamel had to dig deep, on his own, to create Lohengrin. And he’s struck gold. His vulnerability has turned into his strength, and he has dropped an album full of surprises, without compromise.
Hamel facts:
2005 Winner Dutch Jazz Vocalist Competition
2007 released 'Hamel' in the Netherlands
2007 an internet hype arises when Hamel invites several YouTube users to record their own version of Don’t Ask. The music video that resulted from these endeavors was chosen as Editor’s Pick by YouTube and given a prominent spot on the international front page of the website.
2007 De Eerste Prijs Award (the Netherlands) (prestigious award for mostly theatre productions)
2007 Originele Rembrandt Award for 'Hamel' (award for unique Dutch music product)
2008 Essent Award 2007 at Noorderslag festival (one of Hollands most important pop talent awards)
2008 Zilveren Harp Award (Dutch prestigious award for most promising musicians)
2008 released 'Hamel' in Japan, plus first Japanese tour
2008 Platinum award 'Hamel' in the Netherlands
2009 released 'Nobody's Tune' in the Netherlands
2009 International record deal with Decca Records London (Universal international)
2010 Platinum award 'Nobody's Tune' in the Netherlands
2010 released 'Nobody's Tune in United Kingdom, Belgium, Germany, France, Spain, Japan, South-Korea, among others.
2010 international tour bringing Hamel through: Belgium, UK, Germany, Japan, South-Korea, Spain and France.
2011 released 'Lohengrin' in the Netherlands.
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Wouter Hamel Lyrics
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Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on.
Give me a sign and I'll be gone.
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight.
Take me to places I've seen, take me to places in between.
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
We're gonna take down all that's real and all that's right.
You're crazy, and I like it.
You don't care how happy I am.
But I wouldn't worry about that,
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
Pick up those dices and let them roll, pick up the pieces of my soul.
All that I hope for, all the things you couldn't be,
I'm gonna walk out with the me you couldn't see.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
I wanna be your in between.
You're crazy, and I like it.
You don't care how happy I am.
But I wouldn't worry about that,
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on.
Give me a sign and I'll be gone.
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
The song "In Between" by Wouter Hamel is a beautiful expression of love that is not conventional. The singer is saying that he does not want to be everything to the person he loves. Instead, he wants to be the in-between, the one who fills the gaps, the temporary one, the one who exists outside of the norm. He wants to be there when the person needs him, but he does not want to be their whole world. The chorus repeats this sentiment with a slight variation, "Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between."
The singer wants to go to places that he has never been to with the person he loves. He wants to explore new dimensions of life with them. He wants to take a chance with this person and do things that they have never done before. He suggests taking down all that's real and all that's right, implying that they are going to do something reckless and unconventional together.
The bridge of the song emphasizes the unconventional aspect of their relationship. The person he loves is crazy, but he likes it that way. They do not care about his happiness but he is not worried about that because he knows that if they call him, he will be there. This verse shows that their love is not necessarily healthy or typical, but it is real and raw. The song ends with the chorus, again repeating the message that the singer wants to be the in-between.
Overall, the song "In Between" is a beautiful expression of love that exists outside of the norm. It is about taking chances, exploring new things, and embracing the unconventional. The singer wants to be there for the person he loves, but he does not want to be everything to them.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
I don't want to be your entire universe, I just want to be the middle ground where we both meet.
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on.
I need some indication from you that you want this too, and if you do, I'm fully devoted.
Give me a sign and I'll be gone.
If you're not interested, just let me know and I'll leave without question.
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
We'll be in our own little world, free from judgement and expectations.
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight.
We'll remove all the distractions and focus solely on each other.
Don't wanna be your everything, don't wanna be your new routine.
I don't want to be the person you depend on for everything, nor do I want to be a predictable aspect of your life.
Take me to places I've seen, take me to places in between.
Take me on adventures to familiar and new places, as long as we're together it doesn't matter where we go.
We're gonna take down all that's real and all that's right.
We'll escape from the mundane and the expected, and delight in being unpredictable and free.
You're crazy, and I like it.
You're wild and daring, and I'm drawn to that energy.
You don't care how happy I am.
You don't try to change who I am to suit your preferences, and I appreciate that acceptance.
But I wouldn't worry about that, 'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there.
I understand that you may not prioritize my happiness, but I'm willing to be there for you whenever you need me.
Pick up those dices and let them roll, pick up the pieces of my soul.
Let's take risks and see where life takes us, even if it means picking up the pieces when things don't go as planned.
All that I hope for, all the things you couldn't be, I'm gonna walk out with the me you couldn't see.
I have hopes for my own future, and even if you couldn't see that in me, I'm still going to pursue those aspirations.
I wanna be your in between.
I want to be your connection to something new and exciting, while also providing a sense of comfort and consistency.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
I don't want to be all that you need, but I do want to be a key part of your life.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
I want to be our shared space, where we both feel happy and comfortable.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
I don't want to take over your whole world, but I do want to be an integral part of it.
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
A reminder of my desire for us to have a shared space, rather than dominating each other's lives.
Writer(s): Tim van Berkestijn, Wouter Hamel Copyright: Stroom Publishing
Contributed by Micah T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Yj Kal
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on
신호를 줘, 난 매달려있어
Give me a sign and I'll be gone
신호를 주면 떠날게
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight
오늘 밤 우린 바깥의 모든 별들을 치워버릴거야
Don't wanna be your everything, don't wanna be your new routine
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 새로운 일상이 되긴 싫어
Take me to places I've seen, take me to places in between
내가 본 장소들로 데려가줘, 중간의 장소들로 데려가줘
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down all that's real and all that's right
우린 모든 진실된 것과 옳은 것들을 치워버릴거야
You're crazy, and I like it
넌 미쳤고, 난 그게 좋아
You don't care how happy I am
넌 내가 얼마나 행복한진 신경 안 써
But I wouldn't worry about that,
하지만 난 그걸 걱정하지 않을 거야
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there
네가 부르면 내가 거기 있을 걸 아니까
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Pick up those dices and let them roll, pick up the pieces of my soul.
저 주사위들을 집어서 굴려, 내 영혼의 조각들을 집어
All that I hope for, all the things you couldn't be,
내가 바란 모든 것, 네가 되지 못한 모든 것들
I'm gonna walk out with the me you couldn't see.
난 네가 보지 못한 나와 함께 걸어나갈거야
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
I wanna be your in between
네 중간이 되고 싶어
You're amazing, and I like it
넌 놀랍고, 난 그게 좋아
You don't care how happy I am
넌 내가 얼마나 행복한진 신경 안 써
But I wouldn't worry about that,
하지만 난 그걸 걱정하지 않을 거야
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there
네가 부르면 내가 거기 있을 걸 아니까
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on.
사인을 줘, 난 매달려있어
Give me a sign and I'll be gone
신호를 주면 떠날게
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight.
오늘 밤 우린 바깥의 모든 별들을 치워버릴거야
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
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Yj Kal
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on
신호를 줘, 난 매달려있어
Give me a sign and I'll be gone
신호를 주면 떠날게
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight
오늘 밤 우린 바깥의 모든 별들을 치워버릴거야
Don't wanna be your everything, don't wanna be your new routine
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 새로운 일상이 되긴 싫어
Take me to places I've seen, take me to places in between
내가 본 장소들로 데려가줘, 중간의 장소들로 데려가줘
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down all that's real and all that's right
우린 모든 진실된 것과 옳은 것들을 치워버릴거야
You're crazy, and I like it
넌 미쳤고, 난 그게 좋아
You don't care how happy I am
넌 내가 얼마나 행복한진 신경 안 써
But I wouldn't worry about that,
하지만 난 그걸 걱정하지 않을 거야
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there
네가 부르면 내가 거기 있을 걸 아니까
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Pick up those dices and let them roll, pick up the pieces of my soul.
저 주사위들을 집어서 굴려, 내 영혼의 조각들을 집어
All that I hope for, all the things you couldn't be,
내가 바란 모든 것, 네가 되지 못한 모든 것들
I'm gonna walk out with the me you couldn't see.
난 네가 보지 못한 나와 함께 걸어나갈거야
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
I wanna be your in between
네 중간이 되고 싶어
You're amazing, and I like it
넌 놀랍고, 난 그게 좋아
You don't care how happy I am
넌 내가 얼마나 행복한진 신경 안 써
But I wouldn't worry about that,
하지만 난 그걸 걱정하지 않을 거야
'cause I know if you'd call me I'll be there
네가 부르면 내가 거기 있을 걸 아니까
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between,
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어
Give me a sign, I'm hanging on.
사인을 줘, 난 매달려있어
Give me a sign and I'll be gone
신호를 주면 떠날게
No one will see us when we turn off all the lights.
불을 다 끄면 아무도 우릴 못 볼거야
We're gonna take down, all the stars out here tonight.
오늘 밤 우린 바깥의 모든 별들을 치워버릴거야
Don't wanna be your everything, I wanna be your in between (x4)
네 전부가 되긴 싫어, 네 중간이 되고 싶어 (x4)
[출처] Wouter Hamel - In Between 가사 번역 해석|작성자 개딸기
Nina W
'Pick up those dice and let them role, pick up the pieces of my soul..' Geweldig nummer!
Christelle Simmons
I can't get enough of this guy!!!!
H. Kamstra
Very nice, especially the 'Nouvelle Vague' spirit in which this was filmed!
Iris Luytjes
Echt geweldig gedaan met die trilogie. Ben benieuwd naar de volgende :D
LouTaat
Geweldig... Moderne muziek in een ouderwets jasje :D Loop al dagen met dit nummer in mijn hoofd :D
AGGARIANNE
Walter Hamer is zooo geweldig love him heerlijke muziek
Pascalsmit1971
WOW. Dus er zijn TOCH nog mensen die muziek kunnen maken! Heerlijk nummer! Lekkere 6/8 moderato cadans, lazy zang, laid back en tóch energiek! Kon mn hoofd er NIET op stilhouden. Zal geen hit worden ben ik bang...daar is het TE goed voor ;-) Maar geweldig! Chapeau!
calgram
Love this song! Reminds me of retro music done by Michael Buble in U.S.
Yves Gomes
He has some great lyrics!