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Definitive Collection

Nina Hagen

74 min · 17 tracks · punk · swing · Neue Deutsche Welle

A chaotic blend of punk, theatricality, and eclectic sounds that reflect the spirit of rebellion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • theatrical rebellion and chaos
  • engaging sing-along moments
  • for lively gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer predictable, steady pacing
  • seek minimalist soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'Definitive Collection' comes after Nina Hagen's diverse career spanning multiple genres and decades, marking a retrospective of her work. By this time, Hagen had established herself as a cultural icon with a unique voice, having transitioned from the Neue Deutsche Welle movement of the early '80s to a more eclectic style that encompassed punk rock and world music influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Lene Lovich· Kraftwerk· The B-52's

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Unbeschreiblich weiblich 3:33
  • 2 Naturträne 4:09
  • 3 TV-Glotzer (White Punks on Dope) 5:15
  • 4 Heiß 4:11
  • 5 Rangehen 3:28
  • 6 African Reggae 6:20
  • 7 Auf'm Rummel 4:35
  • 8 Smack Jack 5:18
  • 9 Cosma Shiva 3:19
  • 10 Zarah (Ich weiß, es wird einmal ein Wunder geschehn) 5:04
  • 11 New York/N.Y. 5:01
  • 12 Was es ist 4:20
  • 13 The Change 4:42
  • 14 My Way 4:29
  • 15 Universelles Radio 3:36
  • 16 Vater unser 3:23
  • 17 World Now (short version) 3:56

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