Dialektik Der Aufwärmung
Antitainment Lyrics
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Es ist Herbst, und warum stirbt "Death in June" denn nicht schon jetzt?
"Was früher einmal gut war, kann heute doch nicht schlecht sein!"
Endlich lernt man aus Geschichte über Deutschtum, wie man richtig das "R" rollt.
So hören junge Menschen wieder endlich volkstümliche Lieder.
Von mir aus kann "MIA" mir gestohlen bleiben.
In deutscher Flaggenkluft rumhopsen,
Frauen soll man zwar nicht boxen,
doch wir brauchen eh, eine neue Identität!
In deutscher Flaggenkluft rumhopsen,
Frauen soll man zwar nicht boxen,
doch wir brauchen eh, eine neue Identität!
The lyrics to Antitainment's song "Dialektik der Aufwärmung" address themes of cultural identity and the idealization of the past, as well as the dangers of nationalism and the need for progress. The opening lines describe the singer listening to music in the autumn season when they are confronted with a song that leaves them with no escape. The subsequent lines seem to address the problematic nature of nostalgia by referencing the band "Death in June" and questioning why they continue to have a following despite their controversial ties to far-right politics. The lines "Was früher einmal gut war, kann heute doch nicht schlecht sein!" can be interpreted as a critique of the idealization of the past, suggesting that just because something was once good does not mean it remains so.
The song then takes a more explicitly political turn as the lyrics suggest that there is something to be learned from history regarding "Deutschtum," or German identity. The reference to learning how to "roll the R properly" implies that this identity is tied to language and culture. Additionally, the lyrics express a desire for young people to embrace more traditional, "volkstümliche" music. However, the final lines of the verse caution against the pitfalls of nationalism and the need for a "new identity" that does not rely on old ideals. The chorus repeats the phrases "In deutscher Flaggenkluft rumhopsen" (leaping around in German flag garb) and "Frauen soll man zwar nicht boxen" (you shouldn't hit women), before reiterating the need for a new identity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dialektik der Aufwärmung" offer a complex and critical perspective on issues of cultural identity and political ideology. The song suggests that while it can be tempting to idealize the past and celebrate traditional culture, this can also perpetuate dangerous nationalistic fervor. The call for a "new identity" implies that progress and adaptation are necessary for cultural growth and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Es ist Herbst, ich hör Musik, da ertönt da dieses Lied, mir bleibt auch nix erspart!
The singer is listening to music in autumn and this song comes on, which they cannot avoid.
Es ist Herbst, und warum stirbt "Death in June" denn nicht schon jetzt?
The singer wonders why the controversial band "Death in June" still exists.
"Was früher einmal gut war, kann heute doch nicht schlecht sein!"
This quote demonstrates the singer's belief that something good from the past cannot be bad today.
Endlich lernt man aus Geschichte über Deutschtum, wie man richtig das "R" rollt.
The artist believes that learning about German history can help one properly roll the letter "R."
So hören junge Menschen wieder endlich volkstümliche Lieder.
The artist is happy that young people are starting to listen to folk music again.
Von mir aus kann "MIA" mir gestohlen bleiben.
The singer does not care for the band "MIA" and would be happy to never hear them again.
In deutscher Flaggenkluft rumhopsen, Frauen soll man zwar nicht boxen, doch wir brauchen eh, eine neue Identität!
The singer advocates for a new German identity, including wearing German clothing and not physically harming women.
In deutscher Flaggenkluft rumhopsen, Frauen soll man zwar nicht boxen, doch wir brauchen eh, eine neue Identität!
The artist advocates for a new German identity, including wearing German clothing and not physically harming women.
Contributed by Mia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.