About Levenslied
Levenslied is a music genre that emerged in Netherlands in the 1900s. It is usually classed as a form of song, music of the Netherlands and Dutch-language music.
Well-known performers associated with it include Sieneke.
From Wikipedia
Levenslied (Dutch, literally "life song" or "song about life") is a sentimental Dutch-language subgenre of popular music. Levenslied lyrics can be sweet or bitter, light and sentimental, but also reflective and dark, about subjects such as love, misery and far-away, sunny, exotic holiday places. The darker, more sentimental songs are also known as "smartlap" ("sorrow bandage", or tearjerker).
The levenslied is related to the chanson and the schlager. While historically associated with working-class audiences by artists like Johnny Jordaan, the genre's social status shifted significantly through the legacy of André Hazes. Often described as the "Dutch blues," Hazes' work brought a raw, emotional authenticity to the genre that eventually resonated across all social classes.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Levenslied.
- ↑ song
- ↑ music of the Netherlands
- ↑ Dutch-language music
Key artists
- Sieneke
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Levenslied?
Levenslied is a music genre that emerged in Netherlands in the 1900s. It is usually classed as a form of song, music of the Netherlands and Dutch-language music.
Where and when did Levenslied originate?
Levenslied originated in Netherlands in the 1900s.
Who are famous Levenslied artists?
Sieneke.