He also broke long standing taboos by singing one of the first commercial songs about homosexuality, "Mike und sein Freund" (English: "Mike and his Friend"), in October 1976. It was a cover version of "Under One Roof" by the British group The Rubettes.
Aside from singing, he has also worked as a host for the Südwestrundfunk media network. Bernd currently lives with his second wife, Anja Hörnich.
Hollywood
Bernd Clüver Lyrics
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The lyrics to Bernd Clüver's "Hollywood" describe a person sitting in a smoky bar, reminiscing about Marilyn Monroe and dreaming of becoming a superstar in the glitzy world of Hollywood. The person shares their hopes and dreams with the singer, who listens and encourages them to take the leap and follow their dreams. The chorus repeats the sentiment that in Hollywood, one can feel good and become a superstar with just a little bit of courage.
Throughout the lyrics, there is a palpable sense of longing and escapism. The smoky bar serves as a metaphor for the mundanity and routine of everyday life, while Hollywood represents a fantastical world of glamour and excitement. The person in the bar dreams of being someone else entirely, of transcending their current circumstances and becoming a shining star in the spotlight.
Interestingly, the song is not just about Hollywood as a physical place but also about the fantasies and illusions that surround it. The lyrics suggest that Hollywood represents a kind of dreamland, a place where anything is possible if one only has the courage to pursue their desires.
Overall, the lyrics to "Hollywood" convey a sense of yearning and hope, encouraging listeners to dare to dream and follow their ambitions, no matter how lofty they may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
Du sitzt im Rauch dieser Kneipe Erinnerst mich
As you sit in the smoke-filled bar, you remind me of something
So von der Seite an die Monroe
It's the way you look that reminds me of Marilyn Monroe
Ein Drink und Du bist nicht alleine
One drink is all it takes for you to feel less alone
Erzählst mir all deine Träume Deine Träume
You tell me all your dreams, every last one
Und in deiner Phantasie Tanzt Du grade mit James Dean
In your imagination, you're dancing with James Dean
In Hollywood, der großen Welt der Illusion In Hollywood
Welcome to Hollywood, the land of make-believe
Du fühlst dich gut und irgendwann Da wirst auch Du ein Superstar
You feel great here, and someday you'll be a superstar too
Du brauchst nur Mut
All you need is the courage to try
Und sie träumte die ganze Nacht Nur von Hollywood
And she dreamed all night long, only of Hollywood
Baby, komm bleib bis zum Morgen In meinen Armen geborgen, in meinen Armen
Baby, stay with me until morning, safe and sound in my arms
Das Feuer der Nacht ging vorüber
The passion of the night has passed
Zu Hause erwachte ich wieder, ganz alleine
I woke up at home, all by myself
Ich fand nur einen Brief von ihr
All I found was a letter from her
Und darin schrieb sie mir In Hollywood, der großen Welt der Illusion
And in it, she wrote to me from the land of make-believe
In Hollywood Du fühlst dich gut und irgendwann
Welcome to Hollywood, where you feel great, and someday
Da wirst auch Du ein Superstar
You too will be a superstar
In Hollywood Du brauchst nur Mut
All you need is the courage to try in Hollywood
Und sie träumte die ganze Nacht Nur von Hollywood
And she dreamed all night long, only of Hollywood
In Hollywood, der großen Welt der Illusion In Hollywood
Welcome to Hollywood, the land of make-believe
Du fühlst dich gut und irgendwann Da wirst auch Du ein Superstar
You feel great here, and someday you'll be a superstar too
Du brauchst nur Mut (2x)
All you need is the courage to try
Contributed by Sarah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.