Xavier Kurt Naidoo -- born 2 October 1971 in Mannheim, Germany to a South African mother and Indian father -- sings in German and occasionally in English. He is known for his soulful voice and has collaborated with several famous artists such as the Wu-Tang Clan's RZA, Deborah Cox and 3-P's Sabrina Setlur , along with Swiss artist Stress.
He sings in a number of styles, including soul, R'n'B and hip hop. His most famous releases include "Ich kenne nichts" (I don't know anything), "20,000 Meilen" (20.000 miles), "Soul on Fire", "Dieser Weg" (This way), "Danke" (Thanks) and "Sie sieht mich nicht" (She doesn't see me), which was featured on the German release of the film soundtrack for "Asterix".
Naidoo's popularity has massively increased since he joined groups like Söhne Mannheims (Sons of Mannheim), and Brothers Keepers in the early 2000s.
The first album was only released in the USA and is called "Seeing is Believing", but he was most successful with the 1998 released album "Nicht von dieser Welt" (Not of this world). It reached #1 in Germany, #5 in Austria and #12 in Switzerland. He gained major success with the 2002 released album "Zwischenspiel - Alles für den Herrn" (Interlude - Everything for the Lord). The most successful album was released in 2005, entitled "Telegramm für X" (Telegram for X). His most recent album is "Alles kann besser werden" (Everything can get better), released in October 2009.
Links:
Official Website: www.xaviernaidoo.de
Wikipedia article (German): de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xavier_Naidoo
Wikipedia article (English): en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xavier_Naidoo
Kleines Lied
Xavier Naidoo Lyrics
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Trotzdem kennt man sie gut
Denn sie macht sich lieber Feinde
Und sie frisst am liebsten Mut
Keiner kann sie leiden
Doch sie hat jeden gern
Sie kennt auch jeden Menschen
Ganz egal ob nah ob fern, ich bin dein kleines Lied
Egal was auch geschieht
Ich bin für dich da, einmal in deinen Ohren
Geh ich da nie mehr raus
Denn ich hab es mir geschworen
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
Deine Angst ist wohl auch meine
Denn sie lebt von dir und mir
Im Dunklen und alleine
Nagt sie an mir und dir, wir könnten uns verbünden
Wir beide, du und ich
Und unsre Angst ergründen
Ich lass dich nicht im Stich, denn ich bin dein kleines Lied
Ich stärk' dich bei Gefahr
Egal was auch geschieht
Ich bin für dich da, einmal in deinen Ohren
Geh ich da nie mehr raus
Denn ich hab es mir schworen
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus, jetzt bist du meine Heimat
Denn in dir geht es mir gut
Dein Herz ist meine Einfahrt
Dein lauschen wird mein Mut
Wir beide unzertrennlich
Wir jagen alle Ängste fort
Denn ich weiß du erkennst mich
Auch am dunkelsten Ort, denn ich bin dein kleines Lied
Ich stärk' dich bei Gefahr
Egal was auch geschieht
Ich bin für dich da, einmal in deinen Ohren
Geh ich da nie mehr raus
Denn ich hab es mir schworen
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
The song Kleines Lied by Xavier Naidoo discusses the idea of fear and how it can be both a friend and a foe. The lyrics suggest that despite no one liking fear, it is still present in everyone’s life, and it often causes individuals to feel alone and helpless. The song, however, offers a solution to this problem in the form of the “little song” mentioned in the title. This song is positioned as a protector, a source of strength, and a friend during times of danger and uncertainty. It becomes a symbol of hope, a way to fight against fear, and a tool that can bring individuals closer together, as they face common struggles.
One interpretation of the song suggests that the “little song” is a metaphor for the strength that comes from self-awareness and the realization that one is not alone in feeling afraid. The lyrics suggest that by acknowledging one's fears and sharing them with others, it is possible to overcome them. The song promotes the idea that community and connection can be a powerful force against fear and encourages individuals to band together in times of trouble rather than withdrawing and allowing fear to consume them.
Overall, the song is a call to action that encourages individuals to acknowledge their fears and seek out connections with others. It suggests that by working together, it is possible to face even the most terrifying situations and emerge stronger on the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
Angst hat keine Freunde,
Fear is an enemy to all, always lurking in the shadows. Fear is not your friend.
Trotzdem kennt man sie gut
However, we all have a deep familiarity with fear, as it is a part of everyone's life.
Denn sie macht sich lieber Feinde
Fear works against us, turning us against ourselves and making us our own enemies.
Und sie frisst am liebsten Mut
Fear feeds on our courage, robbing us of our strength and resolve.
Keiner kann sie leiden
No one likes fear, as it is a dark and negative emotion that brings nothing useful.
Doch sie hat jeden gern
Yet, fear is a constant companion to us all, always finding a way to make its presence known in our minds.
Sie kennt auch jeden Menschen
Fear knows no boundaries, and affects every single human being regardless of age, gender or background.
Ganz egal ob nah ob fern, ich bin dein kleines Lied
No matter where you are, I am always with you as your personal anthem.
Ich stärk dich bei Gefahr
I am here to give you strength and support when you face danger.
Egal was auch geschieht
No matter what happens, you can always count on my steadfastness.
Ich bin für dich da, einmal in deinen Ohren
I am your guardian angel, present in your ears to whisper words of comfort and encouragement.
Geh ich da nie mehr raus
Once I have taken residence in your mind, I will never leave.
Denn ich hab es mir geschworen
This is my solemn vow to protect and defend you.
Deine Angst ist wohl auch meine
I understand your fears, as they are also mine to bear.
Denn sie lebt von dir und mir
Our fears are a shared burden, feeding off of the doubts and insecurities we harbor within us.
Im Dunklen und alleine
They thrive in the darkness and isolation, breeding the worst in us.
Nagt sie an mir und dir, wir könnten uns verbünden
If we join forces, we can rise above our fears and overcome them together.
Wir beide, du und ich
We, as a team, can become stronger than our fear.
Und unsre Angst ergründen
Together, we can explore the root cause of our fears and conquer them.
Ich lass dich nicht im Stich
I will never abandon you, no matter how tough the going gets.
Jetzt bist du meine Heimat
You are my home now, a safe haven from the turbulent world outside.
Denn in dir geht es mir gut
Being with you makes me feel calm and contented.
Dein Herz ist meine Einfahrt
Your heart is my gateway, leading to a place of love and warmth.
Dein lauschen wird mein Mut
Your attentive ear will be my source of courage and strength.
Wir beide unzertrennlich
We are inseparable, joined in spirit and in our resolve to face our fears.
Wir jagen alle Ängste fort
Together, we will overcome all of our fears and leave them in our wake.
Denn ich weiß du erkennst mich
I am confident that you will recognize me as your ally in times of trouble.
Auch am dunkelsten Ort
Even in the darkest moments of despair, I will be there for you.
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
I promise to protect you and your loved ones from all harm.
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
I will do everything in my power to keep you safe and secure.
Ich schütz' dich und dein Haus
This is my solemn promise, now and always.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL HERBERGER, XAVIER NAIDOO
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