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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic mix of tempos
  • playful, theatrical energy
  • engaging lyrical storytelling
  • short, punchy tracks
  • vibrant, eclectic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career 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
Lene Lovich· Kraftwerk· The B-52's

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Du hast den Farbfilm vergessen 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) 5:14
  • 13 Auf'm Bahnhof Zoo 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

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