Appearing at the height of the disco boom and following on the heels of other German-produced bands such as Boney M., Arabesque, and Silver Convention, the band achieved wide popularity throughout the world, especially in Europe, Russia, and Japan, though they went wholly unnoticed in the United States. Their songs invariably were themed on historical figures and exotic cultures and locales.
Though the group broke up in the mid-1980s, it has enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity on the internet due to a video of them performing their hit song Moskau being discovered. The video and the song associated with it have become a popular topic on blogs and websites.
The original members of the group were:
* Steve Bender (1942-2006)
* Wolfgang Heichel
* Henriette Heichel
* Leslie Mándoki
* Edina Pop
* Louis Hendrik Potgieter (1951-1993)
The band re-formed in late 2005, with Stefan Track replacing Potgieter as the "Khan" character. They performed at the Olympiyski Arena in Moscow on October 17, 2005. On May 7th, 2006, Steve Bender (the member famous for his bald appearance) died of cancer.
The band, now under the name "The Legacy of Dschinghis Khan", has a tour scheduled for Winter 2006 - Fall 2007. In the tour, their show will consist of "Cirque du Dschinghis Khan", featuring other performers, including Mongolian circus acts. Their announced dates are listed on the official website of the group and are subject to change. Their planned German national tour dates in January 2007 will coincide with the release of their latest as-of-yet untitled LP and DVD. It will be their first release since 1999's "Die Großen Erfolge".
Their songs appear in the video games Taiko No Tatsujin, Pop'n Music, and Stepping Selection.
Mexico
Dschinghis Khan Lyrics
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Hoch oben in der Sierra Madre Hört man den dumpfen Trommelschlag. Auch wenn die alten Götter schweigen, Seit uralten Zeiten sind sie hier zuhaus’. Du fremdes Land gibst Dein Geheimnis keinem preis. Du stolzes Land, gebaut aus Liebe, Blut und Tränen.
Du wurdest tausend Mal erobert Und hast am Ende doch gesiegt. Und alle die dein Schicksal schrieben, Kamen zu dir und sie blieben, Denn sie haben Dich geliebt. Mexico, Mexico.
Mariacchi spielt das alte Lied und schenkt Tequila ein, Dass keiner traurig bleibt und alles singt.
Mexico, Mexico - Dort wo die Blume Sehnsucht blüht Und wo der heiße Wind das Lied der Freiheit singt in Mexiko. Und abends in den Avenidas, Da trifft sich Arm und trifft sich Reich. Das Land erwacht aus der Siesta, Der Rausch einer Fiesta macht nachts alle gleich. Du schönes Land, voll Leidenschaft und Ehrlichkeit. Du heißes Land, wo Träume allzu leicht verbrennen. Mexico, Mexico.
Mariacchi spielt das alte Lied und schenkt Tequila ein, Dass keiner traurig bleibt und alles singt.
Mexico, Mexico.
Dort wo die Blume Sehnsucht blüht Und wo der heiße Wind das Lied der Freiheit singt in Mexiko. Mexico, Mexico.
The song "Mexico" by Dschinghis Khan is an ode to the beautiful country of Mexico and its rich history. The lyrics describe the landscape, both its dangers and its wonders, and the conquistadors who roamed the land. Despite being conquered multiple times, Mexico persevered and emerged victorious, with all those who wrote its history coming to love the country. Mariachi music is also mentioned, as well as the iconic drink tequila. The song celebrates the unity and diversity found in Mexico and ends with a proclamation of "Viva Mexico!"
The opening lyrics set the scene as the red sun shines down on Mexico, which is described as dangerous yet precious like Aztec gold. The shadows of the conquistadors can be felt with their unending movement across the land. The song delves into the region's history, mentioning the Sierra Madre and the drum beats heard there, despite the silence of the ancient gods. Throughout the song, Mexico is praised for its beauty, passion, and honesty. The Mariachi music and Tequila mentioned in the song are symbols of Mexican culture and tradition, bringing people together through music and drink.
Overall, "Mexico" is a glorification of the country's beauty, resilience, and cultural richness. It pays tribute to the people who have fought for it and those who continue to recognize its importance. The song invites listeners to join in the celebration of Mexico's unique identity and heritage.
Line by Line Meaning
Die rote Sonne steht am Himmel,
The red sun is shining in the sky,
Gefährlich wie Aztekengold.
As dangerous as Aztec gold.
Die Schatten der Conquistadoren,
The shadows of the conquistadors,
Die reiten verloren und ruh‘n sich nie aus.
Are always riding lost and never resting.
Hoch oben in der Sierra Madre
High up in Sierra Madre
Hört man den dumpfen Trommelschlag.
You can hear the dull beating of drums.
Auch wenn die alten Götter schweigen,
Even though the old gods may be silent,
Seit uralten Zeiten sind sie hier zuhaus’.
They have been at home here since ancient times.
Du fremdes Land gibst Dein Geheimnis keinem preis.
You, foreign land, do not reveal your secrets to anyone.
Du stolzes Land, gebaut aus Liebe,
You proud land, built with love,
Blut und Tränen.
Blood and tears.
Du wurdest tausend Mal erobert
You have been conquered a thousand times
Und hast am Ende doch gesiegt.
And yet you have always emerged victorious.
Und alle die dein Schicksal schrieben,
All those who have written your history,
Kamen zu dir und sie blieben,
Came to you and stayed,
Denn sie haben Dich geliebt.
Because they loved you.
Mexico, Mexico.
Mexico, Mexico.
Mariacchi spielt das alte Lied und schenkt Tequila ein,
Mariachis play the old song and pour tequila,
Dass keiner traurig bleibt und alles singt.
So that no one stays sad and everyone sings.
Dort wo die Blume Sehnsucht blüht
Where the flower of longing blooms
Und wo der heiße Wind das Lied der Freiheit singt in Mexiko.
And where the hot wind sings the song of freedom in Mexico.
Und abends in den Avenidas,
And in the evenings on the avenues,
Da trifft sich Arm und trifft sich Reich.
The poor and the rich meet.
Das Land erwacht aus der Siesta,
The land awakens from its siesta,
Der Rausch einer Fiesta macht nachts alle gleich.
The frenzy of a fiesta makes everyone equal at night.
Du schönes Land, voll Leidenschaft und Ehrlichkeit.
You beautiful land, full of passion and honesty.
Du heißes Land, wo Träume allzu leicht verbrennen.
You hot land, where dreams can easily burn.
Viva Mexico!
Long live Mexico!
Contributed by Jasmine T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mixi
Vengo a hacerles el paro, ahora no tienen que aprender aleman.
Hay como un eco que resuena
En las montañas bajo el sol,
Al paso de conquistadores
Leyendas, pasiones, tragedias de amor.
La huella de tu pueblo azteca
En Sierra Madre se quedó,
Igual que ahora se ha quedado
La luz de la luna en mi corazón.
Oh! México
Que maravillas guardas tú
En Michoacan,
En Acapulco y Veracruz.
Habla la historia de Zapata
Que fue un hombre con valor,
Como los héroes que en la guerra
Dieron todo por su tierra
Y murieron con honor.
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo!
Mariachi toca sin cesar,
Y déjame brindar con un tequila más
Por tu canción.
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo!
Mágico eterno y colosal,
Nadie podrá negar tu encanto sin igual
Oh! México.
Por tus alegres avenidas
Ni un alma suele pasear,
Cuando es la hora de la siesta
Más luego si es fiesta no puedes andar.
Oh! México
Será díficil olvidar
Que fuiste tú,
Quién me enseñaste a soñar.
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo!
Mariachi toca sin cesar,
Y déjame brindar con un tequila más
Por tu canción.
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo!
Mágico, eterno y colosal,
Nadie podrá negar tu encanto sin igual
Oh! México.
Viva México! México! México!
Viva México! México! México!
Viva México! México! México!
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo! (Viva México! Viva México!)
Mariachi toca sin cesar,
Y déjame brindar con un tequila más
Por tu canción.
México, Méxiii-ii-iiiicooo!
Mágico eterno y colosal,
Nadie podrá negar
tu encanto sin igual, Oh! México.
México, México...
Viva México! Viva México!
México, MMéxiii-ii-iiiicooo! (Viva México! Viva México!)
Viva México! Viva México!
Viva México! Viva México!
¡Vivaaaaa!
Algoritmo N
Llegue aquí por la canción de Moskau y me lleve una grata sorpresa con la canción de México; Dschinghis Khan son chidos!
Lalo Lalo
tiene una versión en español
Algoritmo N
Lalo Lalo va la busco Jajajaja saludos.
Lalo Lalo
@Algoritmo N solo busca dschinghis khan mexico y te saldrá la versión original y la que está en español :b
Jesus Santillan
Tienen otra sobre México: Pistolero.
Juan José MC
lo mismo me pasoo !!
Jesús Obregon
Me encantó este grupo que habla de varios países, me lleve la sorpresa que también le cantan a México 🎉
Fredybisiesto
mil gracias a Dschinghis Khan por cantarle a mi MEXICO
Lalo Lalo
NUESTRO México
Marcela Clemente
@Lalo Lalo JAJAJAJAJA