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.
Im Nebel
Die Toten Hosen Lyrics
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Einsam ist jeder Busch und Stein
Kein Baum sieht den ander'n
Jeder ist allein
Voll von Freunden war mir die Welt
Als mein Leben noch licht war
Nun, da der Nebel fälltIst keiner mehr sichtbar
Wahrlich, keiner ist weise
Der nicht das Dunkel kennt
Das unentrinnbar und leise
Von allen ihm trennt
Seltsam, im Nebel zu wandern
Leben ist Einsam sein
Kein Mensch kennt den ander'n
Jeder ist allein
Seltsam, im Nebel zu wandern
Leben ist Einsam sein
Kein Mensch kennt den ander'n
Jeder ist allein
Jeder ist allein
Jeder ist allein
Jeder ist allein
The song "Im Nebel" by Die Toten Hosen is a melancholic and reflective piece about the human condition of loneliness. The powerful imagery of wandering in the fog sets the tone for the song from the very first line, portraying a sense of confusion and isolation. The lyrics speak about the paradox of being surrounded by people, yet feeling disconnected and alone, as if separated by an impenetrable curtain. The feeling of being lost is only heightened by the repetition of the phrase "jeder ist allein" ("everyone is alone") at the end of each verse, driving home the idea of individuality and separation.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of wisdom, suggesting that one cannot truly understand the value of light without experiencing its opposite, darkness. The fog can be seen as a metaphor for the darkness in our lives; it separates us from others and makes us feel unseen and unheard. The message is clear: we all have moments where we feel alone and lost, but it is only in these hurdles that we can gain a greater understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Die Toten Hosen formed in 1982 and have released over 20 albums, becoming one of the most popular and influential German punk rock bands. "Im Nebel" is one of their most well-known songs, featuring on their 1993 album "Kauf MICH!" The song has become an anthem for those who feel disconnected from the world around them and has been covered by many other artists over the years. The deep and contemplative lyrics resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds, making "Im Nebel" a timeless piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Seltsam, im Nebel zu wandern
It's strange to walk in the fog
Einsam ist jeder Busch und Stein
Every bush and stone is lonely
Kein Baum sieht den ander'n
No tree sees the other
Jeder ist allein
Everyone is alone
Voll von Freunden war mir die Welt
The world was full of friends for me
Als mein Leben noch licht war
When my life was still bright
Nun, da der Nebel fällt
Now that the fog falls
Ist keiner mehr sichtbar
No one is visible anymore
Wahrlich, keiner ist weise
Truly, no one is wise
Der nicht das Dunkel kennt
Who doesn't know the darkness
Das unentrinnbar und leise
That is inevitable and silent
Von allen ihm trennt
That separates him from everyone else
Leben ist Einsam sein
Life is being alone
Kein Mensch kennt den ander'n
No one knows the other
Jeder ist allein
Everyone is alone
Jeder ist allein
Everyone is alone
Jeder ist allein
Everyone is alone
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: FLEER, HESSE, SCHOENHERZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@frankschleybeilauer8879
Sehr nachdenklich aber auch anspruchsvolles Liedgut🎉🎉
Top Song von den Hosen❤❤
@maximilianschmidt8676
Mein Lieblingsgedicht von Hesse. Einfach nur geil wie das vertont wurde :)
@alexhaane9795
Einfach schönes Lied
@claudiadeis754
Wunderschön
@BrandtRalf
wundervolle interpretation
@ralle49buchmueller
Mannomann, ihr Hosen, was macht Ihr eine musikalische Wandlung durch. Ja, ...das nichts bleibt, das nichts bleibt wie es war. Alle Achtung, Ihr werdet immer besser.
@sonjathielsen4623
Wobei der Text 1905 von Hermann Hesse geschrieben wurde. Insofern hat lediglich die Komposition ein Lob verdient.
@jellybeanloveee
Naomi Thiessen I was totally reading the lyrics, your comment and didn't even notice it was you till now, Naomi! lol. We should all sing this in Deutsch class
@nomipafu2442
xD ya!
@sandragerner8245
Mein Lied