First formed at the end of 1984 (Anders was 21), they unexpectedly became immensely popular with their standalone disco hit "You're My Heart, You're My Soul", which was then followed by "You Can Win If You Want" and "Cheri, Cheri Lady". They released two albums a year from 1985 to 1987 while also promoting their singles on television all over Europe. After splitting up in 1987, the duo reunited in 1998, at first only testing the waters with new versions of hit singles and again reaching the top of the charts unexpectedly. Bohlen and Anders split again in 2003 due to irreconcilable disagreements (they had never been friends in the first place). Thomas Anders started another solo career immediately, while Bohlen had by now begun devoting most of his time to new talents, especially those he discovered on the German edition of the TV show Pop Idol/American Idol.
Global sales of Modern Talking records were 120 million units, according to BMG in June 2003, and they have become the biggest-selling German music act in history, so far outselling even Frank Farian's projects Boney M and Milli Vanilli, Michael Cretu's Enigma, Sandra, the Scorpions, Snap! and Rammstein.
Modern Talking were successful in Europe, Asia, South America and some African countries. In the United Kingdom they reached the top ten only once with the song "Brother Louie" (in 1986, #4 UK). They did not feel very good about promoting their singles there due to being marketed in England as a gay group like Erasure and Culture Club. Indeed, in the UK "Brother Louie" is regarded by those who remember it as nothing more than a novelty record by a one-hit wonder.
They were almost unknown in North America by mainstream standards, never appearing in the charts there, and due to lack of backing from a record company and lack of time did not go there to promote their music. Composer Dieter Bohlen employed mood-evoking lyrics and intellectually-designed, synthesizer-based music which was out of vogue in the U.S. before Modern Talking even formed.
In 2006 Bohlen included a secret message in his song "Bizarre Bizarre" which was played backwards: "There will never be an end to Modern Talking". However, Bohlen said "he meant to say that the music of Modern Talking will live forever" [4]. Anders has kept the Modern Talking songs in his repertoire and produced songs in a similar vein for his solo records ("Independent Girl"). In 2006 he produced an album of Swing and Jazz versions of popular songs (including Modern Talking's first hit). Bohlen has written two autobiographical books, one of which also detailed Modern Talking's history from his perspective, and sold a million copies in Germany. The sequel was heavily criticised for his unfairness towards the people he worked with. As a result of that, he withdrew from the public for a year until 2006, when he said he regretted putting out the second book. Anders had not been the only one pressing charges against Bohlen and demanding that sections of the book be modified.
Blue Eyed Coloured Girl
Modern Talking Lyrics
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Live my life without you and I'm feeling blue
I told you lies, love fades away
Oh I loved you baby but didn't say
It's 5 o'clock a lonely night
And I just remember, we were side by side
I made mistakes, you went away
And now I know the words, I didn't say
How can I fall in love
With a blue eyed coloured baby girl
How can you tell me, we can't be together, oh no
The night is gone, I couldn't sleep
I saw the old videos, I'll always keep
Day in day out, I'm missing you
Is there just a little chance, what I can do?
The night is gone, I watched a star
I have to face the future, oh you're so far
Some lies are true
Can we stay friends
Tell me baby when will I see you again
How can I fall in love
With the girl with the golden hair
How can you tell me, we can't be together, oh no
The lyrics of Modern Talking's song "Blue Eyed Coloured Girl" depict a sense of longing and regret over a lost love. The singer reflects on a past relationship that has ended, and it's now 5 o'clock in the morning, causing nostalgia and feelings of sadness. He acknowledges that he made mistakes and kept his love for his partner hidden, resulting in their separation. The absence of the loved one has left him feeling blue, unable to live his life without her.
The chorus poses the question, "How can I fall in love with a blue-eyed colored baby girl? How can you tell me we can't be together?" This suggests a relationship that faced obstacles or societal disapproval due to racial or cultural differences. The singer is expressing confusion and frustration at the idea that they cannot be together based on these external factors.
In the second verse, the singer mentions watching old videos, reflecting on happier times shared with his ex-partner. He admits to missing her day in and day out, and wonders if there's a chance to reconcile their relationship. The lyrics also convey a sense of anticipation and hope for a potential reunion. The singer is yearning for the possibility of reuniting and asks when he will see her again.
Overall, "Blue Eyed Coloured Girl" portrays the emotions of longing, regret, and the desire for love and connection despite societal barriers.
Line by Line Meaning
It's 5 o'clock, I think of you
At the specific time of 5 o'clock, my thoughts are consumed by you.
Live my life without you and I'm feeling blue
Experiencing a sense of sadness and melancholy while living my life in your absence.
I told you lies, love fades away
Regrettably, I deceived you with untruths, causing the love between us to diminish over time.
Oh I loved you baby but didn't say
I deeply cared for you, my dear, yet failed to express my feelings verbally.
It's 5 o'clock a lonely night
Once again, at this particular hour, I find myself in solitude and loneliness.
And I just remember, we were side by side
In this moment, I reminisce about the times when we were together, standing faithfully by each other's side.
I made mistakes, you went away
I admit to making errors, which ultimately caused you to depart from my presence.
And now I know the words, I didn't say
As a result, I have come to realize the importance of the words left unspoken.
How can I fall in love
I am troubled by the idea of becoming emotionally attached
With a blue eyed coloured baby girl
To develop affection for a girl with captivating blue eyes and vibrant personality
How can you tell me, we can't be together, oh no
I find it challenging to comprehend your insistence that we cannot pursue a romantic relationship
The night is gone, I couldn't sleep
The night has passed, and I found it impossible to find restful slumber
I saw the old videos, I'll always keep
I watched footage of our past moments, which I intend to cherish indefinitely
Day in day out, I'm missing you
Every single day, without pause, I suffer greatly from your absence
Is there just a little chance, what I can do?
Perhaps there exists a small possibility for me to take action and rectify the situation?
The night is gone, I watched a star
The night has passed, and I observed a solitary star in the sky
I have to face the future, oh you're so far
I must confront the uncertain days ahead, with the realization that you are now distant from me
Some lies are true
Paradoxically, certain falsehoods may contain elements of truth
Can we stay friends
Is it possible for us to remain connected and maintain a friendly relationship?
Tell me baby when will I see you again
Please inform me, my dear, of the next occasion on which our paths will cross
How can I fall in love
I struggle to comprehend the process of falling deeply in love
With the girl with the golden hair
In particular, with a woman possessing beautiful, golden locks of hair
How can you tell me, we can't be together, oh no
I am finding it difficult to accept your declaration that our union is not possible
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DIETER BOHLEN
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