Party
Heinz De Specht Lyrics
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Amoklauf und Wirbelstürm – beides i de USA
Im Kongo wieder Bürgerchrieg – Minefelder im Sudan
Massemord in Syrie – Steinigunge z'Pakistan
Drogechrieg in Mexiko – Immer no Guantanamo
Das gaht eus voll am Arsch verbii – Hauptsach mir sind da debi
Mir händ e Party!
Mir händ e Party!
Ständig gratis suffe und vor allem Chicks for free
Dürrezit in Kenia – Lepra, Aids und Cholera
Völkermord und Frauehandel – Folt're, hänke, Chöpf abschlah
Es KZ irgendwo – in Nordkorea oder so
Höred uf mit all dem Gschmeuss – Gnüssed lieber d'Ziit mit eus!
Mir händ e Party!
Du losisch heinz de specht und hesch drum s'Recht zu lache da.
Mir händ e Party!
Und wenn du druf bisch chaschs jetzt mit eus krache lah!
Rakete treffed Gaza-Stadt – Weg me Selbstmordattentat
Was gaht eus Palästina a – Solang mir din Applaus chönd ha?
Mir händ e Party!
Klatsch im Rhytmus mit und scho bisch du da au debi
MIr händ e Party!
Und für eus wird immer summers si!
(Nananana)
The lyrics of Heinz De Specht's song "Party" reflect the cultural phenomenon of indifference towards global issues. The opening lines connect major global issues such as earthquakes in Japan, hunger in Somalia, mass shootings and hurricanes in the USA, civil war in the Congo and landmines in the Sudan, to name a few. The song particularly addresses the western world's tendency to ignore these global events, even when they occur simultaneously or with alarming frequency. The chorus, "Mir händ e Party!" (We're having a party!), sarcastically calls out to the listener, urging them to join in on the festivities, dance and drink, and forget about the misery that surrounds them. This juxtaposition of global issues and the carefree atmosphere of a party highlights the insensitivity of society towards the suffering of others.
The song also touches upon the rampant injustice and violence faced by certain communities across the world, particularly in parts of Africa and Asia. The lyrics mention the spread of diseases such as leprosy and AIDS in Kenya, the rampant violence against women in the form of trafficking, torture, and execution, as well as the existence of concentration camps, presumably in North Korea. Despite calling out these issues, the song portrays a message of indifference through a veneer of humor and irony. The party-goers are presented as people who are not affected by these issues, much less motivated to do anything to help solve them.
Overall, Heinz De Specht's "Party" is a satirical commentary on the cultural phenomenon of global indifference, where it is commonplace to ignore or trivialize major issues faced by other parts of the world. The lyrics of the song urge people to shed their indifference towards the issues and become more compassionate towards those who are suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
Erdbebe z'Japan – Hunger in Somalia
While Japan is struggling with earthquakes, Somalia is facing hunger and famine.
Amoklauf und Wirbelstürm – beides i de USA
The United States is dealing with both mass shootings and natural disasters like hurricanes.
Im Kongo wieder Bürgerchrieg – Minefelder im Sudan
The Democratic Republic of Congo is still embroiled in conflicts while Sudan is dealing with deadly minefields.
Massemord in Syrie – Steinigunge z'Pakistan
Syria is facing mass murder and violence, while in Pakistan people are being stoned to death.
Drogechrieg in Mexiko – Immer no Guantanamo
Mexico is facing drug-related violence, and Guantanamo Bay prison is still in operation.
Das gaht eus voll am Arsch verbii – Hauptsach mir sind da debi
All these issues and problems are passing us by, but we only care about having a good time.
Mir händ e Party!
We are having a party!
Jeden Abig uusverchauft schenkt zünftig i!
Every night we sell-out and have a great time.
Ständig gratis suffe und vor allem Chicks for free
We are always drinking for free and there are plenty of girls around.
Dürrezit in Kenia – Lepra, Aids und Cholera
Kenya is currently dealing with diseases like leprosy, AIDS, and cholera.
Völkermord und Frauehandel – Folt're, hänke, Chöpf abschlah
There are cases of genocide and human trafficking, where people are being tortured or killed.
Es KZ irgendwo – in Nordkorea oder so
Somewhere in the world, there is a concentration camp, maybe in North Korea.
Höred uf mit all dem Gschmeuss – Gnüssed lieber d'Ziit mit eus!
Stop worrying about all that nonsense and just have a good time with us!
Du losisch heinz de specht und hesch drum s'Recht zu lache da.
You are listening to Heinz De Specht, so you have the right to laugh along.
Und wenn du druf bisch chaschs jetzt mit eus krache lah!
If you are interested, you can join us and party along!
Rakete treffed Gaza-Stadt – Weg me Selbstmordattentat
Gaza City is under attack and facing suicide bombings.
Was gaht eus Palästina a – Solang mir din Applaus chönd ha?
What happens in Palestine doesn't really affect us, as long as we can get your applause.
Klatsch im Rhytmus mit und scho bisch du da au debi
Just clap along with the rhythm, and you will also be part of the party.
Und für eus wird immer summers si!
And for us, it will always be summer!
(Nananana)
Humming sound.
Writer(s): christian weiss, daniel schaub, roman riklin
Contributed by Elliot L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.