Learn German With Rammstein
Learning German with Rammstein's music is a great way to learn! It is fun, engaging, and includes a cultural aspect that is often missing from other language learning methods. So music and song lyrics are a great way to supplement your learning and stay motivated to keep learning German!
Below are 2 song recommendations by Rammstein to get you started learning German! We have full lyric translations and lessons for each of the songs recommended below, so check out all of our resources. We hope you enjoy learning German with Rammstein!
Rammstein is a German industrial metal band from Berlin, Germany, formed in 1994. The band consists of Till Lindemann (lead vocals), Richard Z. Kruspe (lead guitar and backing vocals), Paul H. Landers (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Oliver "Ollie" Riedel (bass guitar), Christoph "Doom" Schneider (drums and electronic percussion) and Christian "Flake" Lorenz (keyboards). Rammstein is widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential bands in the history of metal music, having sold over 45 million records worldwide. Their music is characterized by its aggressive sound, heavy use of synthesizers and electronic elements, and dark, often macabre lyrics. Rammstein has been credited with helping to popularize the genre of industrial metal, and their live shows are renowned for their sensational and pyrotechnic displays.
DEUTSCHLAND (Germany)
Du hast viel geweint
Im Geist getrennt
Im Herz vereint
Wir sind schon sehr lang zusammen
You've cried a lot
In spirit separated
In heart united
We've been together a very long time
Rammstein's song "Deutschland" is a tribute to the country of Germany, exploring the complex emotions of love and hate that come with being part of a nation. The lyrics reflect on the shared history of the German people, from the tears they have shed to the unity of their hearts. The song also speaks to the power of the country, from its youth to its age, and the love and hate it can evoke. The song is about the desire of German people to be proud to be German and celebrate and support their country and their culture. However, this brings an inner conflict when remembering the past actions of the country.
Du Hast (You Have)
Du, du hast, du hast mich
Du, du hast, du hast mich
Du, du hast, du hast mich
Du, du hast, du hast mich, du hast mich
You, you have, you have me
You, you have, you have me
You, you have, you have me
You, you have, you have me, you have me
Du Hast by Rammstein is a song about a person being asked to make a commitment to someone, but refusing to do so. It is using a play on words based on the common wedding vows. The lyrics repeat the phrase "Du hast mich gefragt" (You asked me) and the response "Nein, nein" (No, no). The song explores the idea of not wanting to make a commitment to someone, using a play on words to refer to the thin line between marital love and hate, and between saying yes and no.
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