MEIN TEIL Lyrics in English Rammstein
Engelsscharen literally means "hosts of angels" or "multitudes of angels". It combines Engel (angels) and Scharen (crowds, throngs) to create a vivid, almost biblical image.
In the song, the scream "schneidet sich durch Engelsscharen" (cuts through hosts of angels), contrasting something violent with something heavenly. This rare, poetic word is memorable and rich in imagery, making it a great term to learn and explore in context.
Ready for a dinner party like no other? Rammstein’s “MEIN TEIL” dives fork-first into the infamous true story of a man who volunteered to be eaten by another. The lyrics pull listeners straight to the candle-lit table, describing tender cuts, fine wine and a chef who is both host and predator. Amid sizzling wordplay and theatrical growls, the band explores questions of desire, consent and the chilling idea that you are what you eat. Each “Nein” in the chorus feels like a desperate recoil, yet the feast continues.
Behind the outrageous menu lies a sharp social commentary. Rammstein spoon-feeds us shock to make us think about society’s hidden appetites, the media’s hunger for sensational stories and the thin line between culture and cruelty. It is dark, provocative and oddly poetic, proving that heavy metal can serve gourmet food for thought.
