Jan Smit surprised his fans with a striking location to present this CD. With a small group of chosen people he went to the Turkish seaside resort of Marmaris. 'I wanted something different from just another presentation at the Dijk', the Volendam singer stated dryly. It suits someone whose previous five studio albums all managed to conquer the highest position in the album list. Smit also chooses
… his familiar style on Jij & Ik: somewhere halfway between Dutch pop and the song of life. For Jan, it is to be hoped that the lyrics are taken from his heart, because the successful singer sings about love in all its forms. Most surprising song is the closing song Hands Up, a duet with rapper Kraantje Pappie. Jan is not a singer blessed with an enormous range, but he always knows how to hit the right chord with his many fans. It will be no different on You & I. (PdK)more
