The band formed out of the ashes of punk band, ZK, founded 1978. The members of Die Toten Hosen (literally "The Dead Trousers" in English; "tote Hose" is a German expression meaning "lifeless", "boring", or "nothing going on") are Campino (Andreas Frege), Kuddel (Andreas von Holst), Vom (Stephen George Ritchie), Andi (Andreas Meurer) and Breiti (Michael Breitkopf). Vom replaced Wölli as the drummer in 1999 (Wölli's untimely departure from the band was due to injuries caused by a car accident), who himself had replaced Trini in 1985 and is still an honorary member of the band; Trini became the band's manager.
The band has existed for over 20 years, and their songs' focus gradually shifted from funny and nonsensical to serious; the songs from their first LP were mostly about having fun, but by the end of the 1980s they were focusing more on political and social issues such as racism.
Part of the folklore surounding the band is the story that in their early days they played for free on private birthday parties or similar events. However only under the conditions that the host provided for unlimited beer supply and paid for all damages caused by the band.
The debut single "Wir sind bereit" ("We are ready") was released in 1982, and was followed by their first album, "Opel-Gang", the next year. In 1988, Die Toten Hosen released the LP "Ein kleines bisschen Horrorschau". It refers to the movie A Clockwork Orange based on the book by Anthony Burgess. In 1993, Frank Castorf produced a German theater version of the book, in which Die Toten Hosen performed as actors and musicians.
Their 1000th concert was on 28th June 1997, in the Düsseldorfer Rheinstadium, and was attended by more than 60,000 fans. A Dutch girl died in the crowd; after various talks with security and police, the band decided to play soft songs until the end, in order not to panic the crowd. Later the band produced the song "Alles ist Eins" in memoriam for the Dutch girl.
Die Toten Hosen have collaborated with numerous other musicians (like Bad Religion, AC/DC, U2, Rolling Stones); they are also one of the few German punk bands popular outside of Germany (esp. in South America, Australia, eastern Europe) other notable bands being Die Ärzte and Rammstein.
As longtime fans of the their local soccer team Fortuna Düsseldorf they have been sponsoring the club from 2001 to 2003.
After their Unplugged concert in the end of 2005 they've taken a time-out. But they disclaimed rumors, that this is the end of the band.
In 2008 they released the Album "In aller Stille.
In 2012, Die Toten Hosen released their album Ballast der Republik. A special edition includes a bonus CD with cover versions of songs that influenced the band. On 26 April 2016, it was announced that former drummer Wolfgang Rohde had died of cancer.
Angst
Die Toten Hosen Lyrics
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Während du schwitzend durch die Straßen gehst
Überall verbrannte Erde
Kannst deine Spuren nicht mehr sehen
Das Wasser steht dir bis zum Hals
Du siehst wie Uhren sich rückwärts drehen
Es ist die Angst in dir, die dich so beherrscht
Und sie quält dich immer weiter
Als ob endloser Regen fällt
Ein pausenloser Wegbegleiter
Der dich nirgendwo in Ruhe lässt
Nägel bohren sich in deinen Kopf
Das Bild vor deinen Augen verschwimmt
Gefangen in einem zu tiefen Loch
Kannst dich selbst nicht mehr rausziehen
Und die Angst, sie quält dich weiter
Als ob endloser Regen auf dich fällt
Ein pausenloser Wegbegleiter
Der dich nirgendwo in Ruhe lässt
Atemlos in Panik vor dem nächsten neuen Schub
Vor den ruhelosen Geistern, die man selber schuf
Und die Angst, sie quält dich weiter
Als ob endloser Regen auf dich fällt
Ein pausenloser Wegbegleiter
Der dich nirgendwo in Ruhe lässt
Und die Angst, sie quält dich weiter
Als ob endloser Regen auf dich fällt
Ein pausenloser Wegbegleiter
Bis zu deinem allerletzten Schritt
"Angst" translated to "Fear" in English, is a powerful and haunting song produced by the German rock band Die Toten Hosen. The lyrics describe a person who is incapacitated by fear, unable to recognize themselves as the fear consumes them. Revelations in the lyrics speak to the degree that fear can immobilize someone: the person feels like they are drowning (Water over your head), seeing time go backwards (the clocks reversing on their own), and leaving one's body helpless (can't move themselves). The lyrics describe a visceral and oppressive situation, and the song's haunting instrumentals amplify the unsettling and overwhelming images that the lyrics paint.
The fear which Die Toten Hosen's lyrics describe is a universal experience, and many identify with the lyrics, making "Angst" one of the band's most popular songs. Many people have been struck by the song's message and its relatable nature. Through this song, the band members convey the message that the fear that people experience is both all-consuming and personal, making it quite terrifying.
Overall, Die Toten Hosen's song "Angst" is a powerful testimonial to the overwhelming and negative impact of fear upon the human psyche.
Line by Line Meaning
Die Gedanken hören nicht zu denken auf
Your mind keeps racing and won't stop thinking
Während du schwitzend durch die Straßen gehst
You're walking through the streets, sweating in fear
Überall verbrannte Erde
The world around you seems desolate and hopeless
Kannst deine Spuren nicht mehr sehen
You feel lost and unable to find your way
Das Wasser steht dir bis zum Hals
You feel like you're drowning, in over your head
Du siehst wie Uhren sich rückwärts drehen
You feel like time is moving backwards, everything is going wrong
Es ist die Angst in dir, die dich so beherrscht
Your fear is consuming you, taking over your every thought and action
Dass du dich selber nicht mehr kennst
You don't recognize yourself anymore
Und sie quält dich immer weiter
Your fear keeps tormenting you
Als ob endloser Regen fällt
It feels like an endless storm of anxiety and dread
Ein pausenloser Wegbegleiter
Your fear is a constant companion, never leaving you alone
Der dich nirgendwo in Ruhe lässt
It never gives you a moment of peace
Nägel bohren sich in deinen Kopf
Your fear is physically painful, like nails digging into your head
Das Bild vor deinen Augen verschwimmt
Everything in front of you becomes blurry and distorted
Gefangen in einem zu tiefen Loch
You feel trapped in a deep, dark hole
Kannst dich selbst nicht mehr rausziehen
You can't pull yourself out of this hole on your own
Atemlos in Panik vor dem nächsten neuen Schub
Your fear leaves you breathless and constantly on edge, waiting for the next attack
Vor den ruhelosen Geistern, die man selber schuf
You're haunted by your own inner demons and regrets
Bis zu deinem allerletzten Schritt
Your fear will follow you until the end of your life
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Written by: Andreas Frege, Andreas von Holst
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