In Europe, they are known for a series of melodic pop rock/soft rock anthems such as "Ohne Dich (schlaf' ich heut' Nacht nicht ein)", "Tausendmal Du", and "Herzschlag ist der Takt". Many of those singles were emotional love songs released in the 80s. They are best known in the English-speaking world for the single (in English) "Keeping The Dream Alive". This song became a Top 15 hit in the United Kingdom when released, making Münchener Freiheit (or Freiheit) a 'one hit wonder' there. In the United States, the song failed to chart when originally released.
Yet it gained favor with the American public after it was featured in the soundtrack for the popular drama film 'Say Anything'. The single has received additional exposure in the U.S. thanks to the singing talent contest 'American Idol' on the Fox television network. The song has been used in recent seasons as a backdrop to video montages featuring Idol contestants.
Münchener Freiheit was the entry for Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest of 1993. They performed "Viel Zu Weit", which was composed by Stefan Zauner. They sang in position #3 and earned the final position of #18 out of #25, with 18 points earned. The events were held in the small city of Millstreet, Ireland in a small hall normally used for horse auctions. Over the years, the group has attracted fans new and old alike from their sound, which incorporates both schlager-style commercial pop and more arena rock styled influences.
Keeping the dream alive
Münchener Freiheit Lyrics
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Full of memories
Of people and places
And while the past is calling
In my fantasy
I remember their faces
The hopes we had
Way out of reach but we have to try
The game will never be over
Because we're keeping the dream alive
I hear myself recalling
Things you said to me
The night it all started
And still the rain is falling
Makes me feel the way
I felt when we parted
The hopes we had
Were much too high
Way out of reach but we have to try
No need to hide
No need to run
'Cause all the answers come one by one
The game will never be over
Because we're keeping the dream alive
I need you
I love you
The game will never be over
Because we're keeping the dream alive
The hopes we had
Were much too high
Way out of reach but we have to try
No need to hide
No need to run
'Cause all the answers come one by one
The hopes we had
Were much too high
Way out of reach but we have to try
No need to hide
No need to run
'Cause all the answers come one by one
The game will never be over
Because we're keeping the dream alive
The game will never be over
Because we're keeping the dream alive
The game will never be over
"Keeping the dream alive" is a beautifully written song by Münchener Freiheit that captures the essence of memories and the longing to hold onto them. The opening lyric, "Tonight the rain is falling, full of memories of people and places," sets the wistful and nostalgic tone of the song. We hear a voice that remembers the past, but also can't help thinking about the people they left behind. The rain is a symbol of the memories they carry, and it falls relentlessly, like time moving on without them. The songwriter's voice is haunted by the past, and in their memory, they see the faces of people they once knew.
The song is also about hope, and the strength that one gets from holding onto dreams. While the hopes they had were much too high, they never stopped trying to reach them. They didn't hide from their struggles or run from their problems, but instead faced them head on. And even though the answers they seek may come one by one, they keep the dream alive. The phrase "the game will never be over" serves as a powerful motivation for the songwriter to persist in their journey.
Ultimately, "Keeping the dream alive" is about the power of love, and how it can inspire us to keep going, even when times are tough. The songwriter sings, "I need you, I love you," expressing the depth of their emotions. The love they feel for someone gives them the strength they need to keep trying, to keep the game going. In the end, the song is a wonderful tribute to never giving up, to holding onto the past even as we move forward, and to the power of love to help us through.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight the rain is falling
It's raining tonight.
Full of memories
The rain reminds me of things that happened in the past.
Of people and places
The things I remember are about the people and places I knew.
And while the past is calling
Although I am reminded of the past,
In my fantasy
I can imagine things going differently.
I remember their faces
I remember what the people from the past looked like.
The hopes we had
We had high hopes.
Were much too high
Our hopes were unrealistic.
Way out of reach but we have to try
Even though it was unlikely we could achieve them, we still had to try.
The game will never be over
We will continue trying to achieve our goals.
Because we're keeping the dream alive
We continue to work towards our goals even though they may seem impossible.
I hear myself recalling
I remember what was said.
Things you said to me
I remember what you said to me.
The night it all started
I remember the night when everything began.
Makes me feel the way
The rain makes me feel the same as I felt before.
I felt when we parted
My emotions from when we parted come back to me.
No need to hide
We don't need to conceal anything.
No need to run
We don't need to flee anything.
'Cause all the answers come one by one
The solutions to our problems will come gradually.
I need you
I require your presence or help.
I love you
I have romantic feelings for you.
The game will never be over
We will never stop trying to reach our goals.
Because we're keeping the dream alive
We keep pursuing our goals with determination.
Contributed by Avery L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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