Andrea von Kampen - Forever Young

Forever Young performed by Andrea von Kampen from the Hafod Hardware 2019 Holiday advert.
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Original song by Alphaville.
Songwriters: Bernhard Lloyd / Frank Mertens / Marian Gold
Forever Young lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Recorded by James Fleege at Silver Street in Ashland, NE.

[@andreavonkampen]

You can stream/download the track here: avk.fanlink.to/foreveryoung

[@justink4267]

My understanding is that you recorded the song for free, only charging enough to pay the engineer. It's a hauntingly beautiful rendition, and superior to the original, in my opinion. I'd like to pay you directly, and offer you more than the cost charged on the sites above. Any way we can make that happen? Maybe make it available on your website with a donation button? -Justin from Portland

[@andreavonkampen]

@@justink4267 Thank you so much! You can actually do that via Bandcamp, which can be found here: avk.fanlink.to/foreveryoung

[@johannesdegarlandia]

You have a lovely voice! It is amazing how poignant the absence of vibrato can be.

[@markanddori.hailwood]

Done and money well spent, hope it gets the number of purchases it deserves.

[@edfik2639]

Voice like an angel, absolutely love it. Much success to you in the future.

[@JohnNesbit1957]

I came here because I saw a video commercial of a tiny little blond-haired boy helping his father in a hardware store, and this wonderful song was playing in the background. I immediately started crying, overwhelmed with emotions and memories of my own son when he was that age 40 years ago. They both looked so much alike, so tender, so innocent and beautiful. Your performance in this song embodies the same attributes. Sweetness, purity, perfect pitch, and just a beautiful voice. I find myself returning to this video often since I stumbled onto that other one with your song in it. It evokes those same emotions every time and fills my eyes with tears of longing and sentimentality. There really aren't words. This is just my attempt to say something meaningful to you, because of the feelings that this gives me when I listen.

[@aregaali8371]

John, that is a touching tribute to this beautiful song and Andrea. Thank you for your input, brother. Music has a way of touching our deep senses and emotions.

[@kentrockwoodtyler8798]

I don't want to live forever.........I just want to live long enough. 😎

[@pcgentile]

Your music helped bring a tear to my eye in a commercial for a hardware store in a country I don't even live in.

[@wickius12]

Dude, me too! And I’m a burly, bearded truck driver. She’s good...or there’s something wrong with me. 😆

[@tmlhkyfn]

She does a hauntingly beautiful rendition of one of my favourite songs

[@maximus759]

Glad to see I'm not the only one. Have loved this song since I heard the original version, but this rendition... can't even put it into words, it's incredible.

[@g.s777]

It really got me her voice is so beautiful she has a gift from God and I appreciate her sharing it.

[@mlyman8906]

Dudes aren't supposed to cry, but this did.

[@eddiegill]

Hard to believe this was a 1984 new wave techno song. Love your rendition.

[@JoseInnecco]

BBC News brought me here !!!!!!! This is ONE of the best renditions I have ever heard and played of this beautiful song. Your voice is so beautiful Andrea, I love it !!!!!!!!! Wait for the avalanche of Brits fans invading your channel this Christmas 2019...........

[@therealniksongs]

Fans from all over the world now, not just the U.K. I'm from Tennessee. Beautiful job. Much success.

[@henrytep8884]

Haha it's too late, she's gone viral! Beautiful commercial and rendition.

[@eddiegill]

Song writer 1984 one hit maestro

[@ih82r8]

The BEST version of this song.

[@andreavonkampen]

Thank you!

[@Naminski1a]

@@andreavonkampen I like Laura Branigan’s cover version of this song.

[@Technosphile]

I did like it, but..once again, it’s just incredible how this emotional song that every person on this planet can relate to, thus making it ripe for cover versions, is STILL best in the hands of some Germans and their obsolete synthesizers.

[@Reecie_Roo]

Lyrics: Let's dance in style, let's dance for a while Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies Hoping for the best, but expecting the worst Are you gonna drop the bomb or not? Let us die young or let us live forever We don't have the power, but we never say never Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip The music's for the sad man Can you imagine when this race is won? Turn our golden the faces into the sun Praising our leaders, we're getting in tune The music's played by the, the madman Forever young I want to be forever young Do you really want to live forever? Forever, and ever Forever young I want to be forever young Do you really want to live forever? Forever, forever young Some are like water, some are like the heat Some are a melody and some are the beat Sooner or later they all will be gone Why don't they stay young? It's so hard to get old without a cause I don't want to perish like a fading horse Youth's like diamonds in the sun And diamonds are forever Forever young I want to be forever young Do you really want to live forever Forever, and ever? Forever young I want to be forever young Do you really want to live forever Forever Forever young

[@aregaali8371]

Thank you for transcribing the lyrics! ❤

[@prototypeeight9503]

This is quite possibly the most moving version of any song i've ever heard.

[@psbarrow]

Beautiful. And I think you'll gain a lot of new fans as the ad. is getting a lot of coverage in the media.

[@eddiegill]

World needs this

[@carlteacherman194]

No disrespect to Alphaville but this version eclipses theirs by a mile. What an incredible, pure and luscious voice. And yes, I do want to be forever young after listening to this.

[@rkabanlit]

Hagod Hardware's Christmas Commercial brought me here.

[@paulmann2111]

She really needs to release this as a cover single,awesome singer

[@andreavonkampen]

Hi Paul, thanks for the kind words. It will be out everywhere soon :)

[@stuchad]

@@andreavonkampen How soon?!?!? Want it now! ;-)

[@andreavonkampen]

@@stuchad ASAP :) I will let you know once it is out. Thanks for listening!

[@RiverMersey]

@@andreavonkampen We would love for this to be this year's Christmas #1!

[@tmlhkyfn]

@@andreavonkampen I am not normally a fan of "covers" but this is beautiful; Well Done

[@jackblackattack]

Still one of the best covers I have ever heard. I'm glad this got you attention. But honestly 😪 I expected this to go viral. I thought you were going to get 20 million views from this. It's that good.

[@BrabyTheCool177]

Plz play this at my funeral Actually just play a whole andrea von kampen playlist at my funeral

[@exmoorfarmer4880]

What a hauntingly beautiful voice - reminds me very much of Eva Cassidy.

[@rudykalkhove]

I came here via TikTok. Thank you Andrea for making this cover very new again.

[@vickiyoungelman7481]

Cried for a long time. The entire Hafod Commercial showed up the BIG ADVERTISING agencies. A beautiful award winning piece!!!!! We all needed this.

[@iamnut8339]

Because of covers like this, old songs are getting revived again and never be forgotten. Thank you.

[@Macindoe1]

I went back and listened to the original version. Ugh! I won't do that again. Andrea owns this now.

[@wolffalexander2]

lOVE THIS RETAKE ON THE DYLAN SONG

[@TonyJeacock]

I am here in 2024…..been visiting a while…..awesome song

[@andreavonkampen]

Thanks for listening ❤️

[@DSMIFF20]

Play this at my wedding and funeral

[@robertdavies3062]

Voice of an angel...beautiful.

[@KARIM8960]

Who's cutting onions! God this song is melancholic!

[@mikeyirish1967]

This has my heart. One of my favorite songs, and now my FAVORITE version. Who knew anyone could top Alphaville, but you did Andrea. Good on you.

[@MarkSebring1]

You did a really nice job with this song.

[@kritafo]

just watched the advert, just beautiful. lovely cover of Forever Young. I don't dig many covers, but yours is just fantastic.

[@ericx4124]

I found you because of this. I grew up with this song - I’d drive around with friends and first loves as this played on the radio with the windows down on warm California nights. Thanks for a wonderful version.

[@xwiick]

Thank you for your voice Alot better than the original

[@amcj10]

This just proves you don't need the big bucks for a advert, just a vision, and some realism, and some believability.. It's got my vote.......

[@barkagabsi3580]

Your voice is so deep its too beautiful you are like angel ❤️❤️

[@richardgardner4918]

Beautiful and haunting voice

[@ianmckee9162]

The best version by far. 😺

[@OhtobeinIreland]

You have John Creedon from RTE1 to thank for alerting his audience to this gorgeous and heartbreaking piece of music.

[@jl-wc5hh]

Beautiful version, makes me wounder who the 10 losers are who give the thumbs down shame on you..... You know who you are.... Now go listen to cliff

[@devinslurry365]

Absolutely stunning rendition and voice! Best thing I have heard all year! People yearn for this type of song and video. We need a whole album of music like this.

[@bunnyshredderrl8689]

From the US... I didnt know you two days ago... now, I think you might be one of my favorite singers.

[@deemdoubleu]

Fantastic stuff, great that you did this for the little local hardware store

[@RichardOsborneOzzy]

Hafod Hardware brought me here. I pulled up a chair and chilled to a beautiful version of a great song.

[@eddiegill]

Better than the original. Song will be covered for 500 years

[@eddiegill]

Great covid song

[@elcyberguy]

Congrats! This many people just became fans. 👇

[@PeaceDayCortez]

So hauntingly beautiful 💕🎈

[@Macindoe1]

Andrea, you have brought us all great joy with this song. We can only hope that it brings you joy as well, and great success!

[@michaeljerauld9757]

Simply sung, clear as a bell on Christmas Eve night. An anthem for all ages, and sage words from a Hardware man: Be a Kid this Christmas

[@michaeljerauld9757]

Thank you M'lady Andrea (bows)

[@mockingjames__]

Listening to Andrea Von Kampen songs on a rainy day is called relaxation.

[@rocky12dog]

Andrea I wish I could see you singing this song. What a beautiful rendition. I’d love to put a slide show together of pictures of my sons when they were toddlers to this song ... it really hits home ...

[@theabochorishvili5180]

The best version 👏

[@dark2light-pray881]

Beautiful voice. Thank you for allowing Haford Hardware to use your song. Made me cry. Good luck and I wish you the best in your career!

[@ciaranflynn1397]

Christmas No 1 anybody, come on

[@donnamoyle6349]

I love your version of this song 🎵

[@INUID]

German News about Hafod Hardwares Christmas Commercial brought me here. You have a great Voice.

[@SalmonierSessions]

Your on Heavy Rotation here in Newfoundland.....its 4am and this music is a great way to start the day.. thanks

[@jayjayceltic431]

Like this song.. hurts but I like it

[@regularguy1140]

Dont sign a record deal with a big company! You can do it yourself... you'll sell out places and keep the majority of the profits. Oh I'm so excited for you. Thanks for singing for us humans

[@davidhumberger5078]

Absolutely the best ❤️😎

[@tonyfoundermember]

Lovely 😊 Saw this on the BBC ....... shop local ..... support local talent 👍

[@CliveChip]

Like everyone else I found you via Hafod Hardware. I’m glad I did 😊

[@leandrovieira7530]

Brazil love you !

[@zachbeard8128]

I believe our bodies and minds age, but our hearts never do. Christmas proves it every year. Beautiful song, truly matches the heart of the commercial. Gets me right in the feels.

[@davidbenton3731]

Thank you

[@bamamp7650]

Old enough to remember the original on the radio. You have made it even more magical. Keep it up, kid. And, Merry Christmas!

[@rifke]

Your voice is that of an angel.

[@radbutbad_kg]

This gave me goosebumps 😍😍 Love from India ❤️❤️❤️

[@fumft]

Beautiful vocals and arrangement

[@cudlar2156]

Your voice is so beautiful 😍 Perfect song for a perfect ad. 👍

[@diggerkran]

You have a beautiful voice. Glad you did this for the hardware shop - it's a great ad and I get to discover a great singer :)

[@andreavonkampen]

Thank you!

[@pakerman3d]

The best commercial advert I have seen in years and days! (the linked) And this nicely performed song actually suits very well for christmas! Who would believe...

[@La_Vida_es_Bella1]

My husband just sent me the video of the hardware store with your song and this message: "I have to say, I am surprised when I see it in you. When you are excited, you jump up and down. When you watch a scary movie, when you Scream. It makes me laugh, but it also makes me think that I should be more like you. Appreciate life, do not take things so serious. I have to do a better job and Let the kid come out. I love you always' .

[@talldan645]

damn, that is seriously sweet! I hope you two are finding a way to keep that alive during these crazy times we are dealing with.

[@charlesfortescue8631]

Jeremy Vine and Storm Huntley brought me here... kinda. Beautiful song and voice. xx

[@edochs4505]

The song is beautiful and so are you.

[@snoutyman]

Airbnb brings this back to life. Beautiful voice

[@sheriharney1746]

So nice to see a sweet, simple Christmas commercial for a change. Lovely singer with a fabulous voice. I'm sure you'll go on to a big future in music from here.

[@alexandralenzinger8482]

Best cover ever

[@Colorado8300]

You keep writing and singing- we’ll keep listening!

[@notpresobama1553]

Heard this on the radio and spent a good minute looking for this. Good voice! 😊

[@user-qn3iu5ly4i]

Every day I’m listening this song, this version❤ 👋 from Baikal

[@PompeyPlumber]

Congratulations on the success you are about to experience, and thoroughly deserve 🙂 Have a Happy Christmas and wonderful New Year!

[@johnyoung-realtor]

Hopefully great things happen once more people see the ad. What a great cover version. Have someone put strings on this and put it out a single!!!!

[@g.s777]

Dude your literally forever Young 😂😂😂

[@klekowklekow931]

This video made it’s way all the way across the ocean, watching from Toronto, Canada. I’m sure I’m not the only one in tears. Simply beautiful. Andrea, your voice is angelic. 🌲❄️ Merry Christmas ~ FantaGirl

[@washingtonreis5972]

Like a Angel.

[@eddiegill]

Definitely the best cover of this song .

[@seanconnolly2164]

Beautiful cover of a fine song.

[@mikeyoung9810]

It's march 25th 2021 and I just started hearing the song in the airbnb add and loved the song and her voice (it's even better in the ad than here, slower and more dramatic).

[@VichMoney]

hafod ad brought me here

[@MrSMS-qt1nf]

O my god, brilliant, thanks for this best version. Greetings from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

[@rumba7]

This is so much better than the original! Thank you for recording it. Love your voice. Sounds great with the acoustic guitar.

[@phornpharath9525]

Beautiful song 🎧 ♥️

[@galehund9]

arghhh. my place is infested with onion chopping ninjaes. Very beautifully done. Thanks

[@nguyenthithanhtam4990]

Spotify brings me here.🥰

[@BrabyTheCool177]

This is one of your most popular covers it looks like! 200k views! I wonder how much it is on Spotify

[@romanlightman9045]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍FOREVER YOUNG AS L🍓VE🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@rthielenho]

Beautiful! I just can't stop listening to you! Please come to Chicago...

[@andreavonkampen]

I will be in Chicago this spring!

[@geraldist88]

Been listening this song for so long now, i am amazed by how beautiful your voice is!!!! I am sick that they haven’t discovered you yett!!!!! My favourite was Adele in many ways, as of today you have passed her 💓 EXCELLENT WORK! 👑💓

[@benjaminc.m.9873]

Here from the hardware store commercial, that was wonderful - and this version of Forever Young is beautiful Andrea!

[@TheVespalad]

Beautiful rendition.

[@andreavonkampen]

Thanks, William!

[@dcaldwell7887]

Here from Tik Tok. Love this version! Love your voice.