Volksbeat
Nina Hagen · 2011
45 min · 14 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant blend of punk and swing that channels defiance through provocative lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Killer — This track stands out for its aggressive energy and confrontational lyrics, embodying Hagen's signature style of blending humor and critique. It reflects her punk roots while engaging with darker themes.
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Wir sind das Volk — An anthem of unity and resistance, this song utilizes a historically significant phrase from East German protests, making it a powerful commentary on freedom and identity. Its upbeat tempo contrasts with its serious message.
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Jesus ist ein Freund von mir — This track infuses religious themes with irony and satire, showcasing Hagen's ability to provoke thought while entertaining. The playful juxtaposition of faith and skepticism makes it memorable.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with resolution
- theatrical vocals energizing atmosphere
- socially charged lyrical engagement
- short bursts of vibrant expression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, meditative listening
- seek lengthy, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Volksbeat features bold political themes and genre experimentation, marking a departure in Hagen's sound.
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Volksbeat marked Nina Hagen's return to music after a decade-long hiatus, following her 2001 album, Big Band Explosion. At this stage in her career, she was revisiting her German roots while merging them with contemporary sounds, reaffirming her status as a pioneering figure in the Neue Deutsche Welle movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lene Lovich· Kraftwerk· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bitten der Kinder & An meine Landsleute 2:16
- 2 Ick lass mir doch vom Teufel nich... 2:30
- 3 Killer 3:18
- 4 Ermutigung 2:04
- 5 Ich bin 1:55
- 6 Das 5. Gebot 3:02
- 7 Menschen sind kompatibel 3:28
- 8 Wir sind das Volk 2:32
- 9 Soma Koma 2:50
- 10 Jesus ist ein Freund von mir 2:50
- 11 Süsses, süsses Lied der Errettung 3:06
- 12 Keiner von uns ist frei 3:51
- 13 Noch ein Täss'chen Kaffee 3:33
- 14 Nicht vergessen 8:05
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