Was denn… Hits '74–'95
Nina Hagen · 1996
66 min · 18 tracks · punk · swing · Neue Deutsche Welle
A vibrant collage of punk, swing, and Neue Deutsche Welle with Hagen's theatrical vocals leading the charge.
Why this album works
This compilation not only highlights Hagen's chart-topping hits but also showcases her influence on the Neue Deutsche Welle movement. It solidified her status as a cultural icon in Germany, bridging the gap between punk rock and pop while receiving critical acclaim across Europe.
- Best for
- dynamic mix of tempos playful, theatrical energy engaging lyrical storytelling
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Was denn… Hits '74–'95' serves as a compilation that encapsulates Nina Hagen's eclectic career from her early punk roots to mainstream success. By this time, she had already gained international recognition and was seen as a pioneering figure in the German music scene, particularly for her unique blend of styles and outspoken persona.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nena· Peter Schilling· Extrabreit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Du hast den Farbfilm vergessen Standout 3:04
- 2 Wenn ich an dich denk 3:39
- 3 Hatschi-Waldera 3:07
- 4 Was denn... 2:50
- 5 He, wir fahren auf's Land 3:24
- 6 Komm komm 3:04
- 7 Wir tanzen Tango 3:00
- 8 Mama 2:04
- 9 Das kommt, weil ich so schön bin 3:29
- 10 Honigmann 4:22
- 11 Ich bin da gar nicht pingelig 3:09
- 12 TV-Glotzer (White Punks On Dope) Standout 5:14
- 13 Auf'm Bahnhof Zoo Standout 5:25
- 14 Zarah (Ich weiß, es wird einmal ein Wunder geschehn) 5:02
- 15 Michail, Michail 5:06
- 16 Erfurt & Gera 2:53
- 17 Berlin (ist dufte) 3:57
- 18 Tiere 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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