From 1986 to 2002, the group appeared on stage over 1,100 times on tours in Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Austria and Switzerland.
Viva St. Pauli
Heiter bis Wolkig Lyrics
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Wir sind die Freibeuter der Liga, du wirst nie alleine steh'n.
Das Spiel beginnt, wir haben nichts zu verlieren.
Du stehst zu uns, du stehst für uns und wir stehen hinter dir.
Viva St. Pauli
Durch dick und dünn geh ich mit dir.
Fussball ist mein Leben und du gehörst zu mir.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
Durch dick und dünn geh ich mit dir.
Fussball ist mein Leben und du gehörst zu mir.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
Viva St. Pauli
Durch dick und dünn geh ich mit dir.
Fussball ist mein Leben und du gehörst zu mir.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
Viva St. Pauli
Die letzte Schlacht gewinnen wir.
Fussball ist nicht alles doch du gehörst zu mir.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
The song "Viva St. Pauli" by Heiter bis Wolkig is an ode to the German football club FC St. Pauli. The lyrics acknowledge the football team's unique characteristics and the bond its fans have with the club. The opening lines "Der Totenschädel lacht, die schwarzen Fahnen weh'n" suggest a sense of rebellion and defiance, and the following line "Wir sind die Freibeuter der Liga" means "We are the buccaneers of the league" - the team and its supporters are fearless contenders. The chorus "Viva St. Pauli, Durch dick und dünn geh ich mit dir" means "Long live St. Pauli, through thick and thin I go with you". This is a statement to express how the bond between the club and its fans is unbreakable, no matter the outcome.
The lyrics go on to further explain this bond: "Du stehst zu uns, du stehst für uns und wir stehen hinter dir" meaning "You stand by us, you stand for us, and we stand behind you" and "Fussball ist mein Leben und du gehörst zu mir" meaning "Football is my life and you belong to me". St. Pauli is not only a football club, but a way of life for its supporters. The team represents a community that stands for social justice, inclusivity, and anti-racism. The song ends with the lines "Die letzte Schlacht gewinnen wir, Fussball ist nicht alles doch du gehörst zu mir", which mean "We will win the last battle, football is not everything but you belong to me". The final line is a testament to the deep connection between the football team and its supporters, and highlights the fact that there is much more to life than football, but the team remains an essential part of its supporters' lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Der Totenschädel lacht, die schwarzen Fahnen weh'n.
The skull symbol of our team is proudly displayed on our flags, indicating our rebellion against the norm and our willingness to fight for victory.
Wir sind die Freibeuter der Liga, du wirst nie alleine steh'n.
Our team is like a group of pirates in this league, always supporting our fellow members and never letting them fight alone.
Das Spiel beginnt, wir haben nichts zu verlieren.
As the game starts, we have no fear of losing since we are playing with determination and passion.
Du stehst zu uns, du stehst für uns und wir stehen hinter dir.
We know that you are standing with and supporting us, which gives us the strength to fight hard and stand behind you as well.
Viva St. Pauli
Long live our team, St. Pauli, and may we continue to fight and succeed together.
Durch dick und dünn geh ich mit dir.
Through thick and thin, I will stand by your side and support you, no matter the circumstances.
Fussball ist mein Leben und du gehörst zu mir.
Football is my passion and my life, and you, St. Pauli, are an integral part of it.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
Once again, long live St. Pauli and our collective fighting spirit.
Die letzte Schlacht gewinnen wir.
We are confident that we will emerge victorious in the final battle, due to our unwavering commitment and teamwork.
Fussball ist nicht alles doch du gehörst zu mir.
Football may not be everything, but you, St. Pauli, hold a special place in my heart and life.
Viva, Viva St.Pauli
And again, we cry out our team's name in celebration and support, hoping to continue our success together.
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Simone Gese
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