Auswärtsspiel
Die Toten Hosen · 2002
57 min · 18 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant mix of punk energy and sharp social commentary, featuring infectious melodies and raucous instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Was zählt — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that contemplate what truly matters in life, set against an anthemic punk backdrop.
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Du lebst nur einmal (vorher) Start here — Opening the album with an exhilarating burst of energy, this track encapsulates the band's signature sound while addressing themes of living life to the fullest.
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Steh auf, wenn du am Boden bist — This song serves as a rallying cry for resilience and perseverance, showcasing Die Toten Hosen's ability to inspire through music.
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Depression Deluxe — With its raw lyrical honesty about struggles with mental health, this track adds depth to the album's overall narrative and emotional range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk with social commentary but lacks strong cohesion across its many tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an engaging dynamic between the band and listeners.
- Lyrically, the album addresses social issues directly, with some songs featuring narrative storytelling.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo energy
- youthful rebellion themes
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- sing-along anthems with friends
- for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative music
- seeking purely instrumental tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — The album is well-regarded by fans for its themes and energetic sound.
- Themes
- German punk resilience· social critique anthems
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2002, 'Auswärtsspiel' is Die Toten Hosen's ninth studio album, following their commercially successful album 'Unsterblich'. At this point in their career, the band had firmly established themselves as a significant force in the German punk scene, blending catchy hooks with politically charged lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Ärzte· Bad Religion· Pennywise
Tracklist
- 1 Du lebst nur einmal (vorher) Start here 2:09
- 2 Schlampe (nachher) 3:01
- 3 Was zählt 4:37
- 4 Auswärtsspiel 2:35
- 5 Cokane in My Brain 3:22
- 6 Graue Panther 2:52
- 7 Tier 1:15
- 8 Kanzler sein … 3:26
- 9 Das Mädchen aus Rottweil 3:18
- 10 Dankbar 2:54
- 11 Nur zu Besuch 4:29
- 12 Daydreaming 3:10
- 13 Steh auf, wenn du am Boden bist 3:52
- 14 Amanita Phalloides 2:26
- 15 Depression Deluxe 3:08
- 16 Schwimmen 3:33
- 17 Venceremos – Wir werden siegen 3:26
- 18 Kein Alkohol (ist auch keine Lösung)! 3:51
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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