Johnny Walker
Marius Müller-Westernhagen Lyrics

The song "Johnny Walker" by Marius Müller-Westernhagen is a tribute to the famous whiskey brand that has seemingly been a constant companion in the singer's life. The song presents Johnny Walker as a reliable friend who has never disappointed the singer, and the lyrics suggest that the singer cannot imagine life without Johnny Walker. The opening lines "Jetzt bist du wieder da" ("Now you're back again") indicate that the singer has reunited with Johnny Walker after a period of separation, and the repeated lyric "Du bist mein bester Freund" ("You are my best friend") further emphasizes the importance of Johnny Walker in the singer's life.

The second verse paints a picture of a person who is down on his luck, "mit dem Rücken an die Wand" ("with his back against the wall"), and finds solace in Johnny Walker's company. The brand becomes a source of comfort as it listens to the singer's problems and does not judge him. The repeated refrain "Ich hab's versucht, ich komme ohne dich nicht aus" ("I've tried, I can't do without you") further reinforces this idea.

The final verse shows the singer expressing his gratitude to Johnny Walker, claiming that he feels like a king in his company, despite the dark reputation that the brand may have. The song ultimately describes a dependency on alcohol, with the brand being personified as a trusted friend, but also acknowledges that this dependency may not be healthy.