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.
No 1 Hit Medley
Modern Talking Lyrics
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Deep in my heart - there's desire - for a start
I'm dying in emotion
It's my world in fantasy
I'm living in my, living in my dreams
You're my heart, you're my soul
I keep it shining everywhere I go
I'll be holding you forever
Stay with you together
You're my heart, you're my soul
Yeah, a feeling that our love will grow
You're my heart, you're my soul
That's the only thing I really know
You packed your things in a carpetbag
Left and never looking back
Rings on your fingers, paint on your toes
Music wherever you go
You don't fit in a smalltown world
But I feel you're the girl for me
Rings on your fingers, paint on your toes
You're leaving town where nobody knows
You can win if you want
If you want it, you will win
On your way you will see that life is more than fantasy
Take my hand, follow me
Oh, you've got a brand new friend for your life
You can win if you want
If you want it you will win
Oh, come on, take a chance
For a brand new wild romance
Take my hand for the night
And your feelings will be right
Hold me ti-i-i-i-ight
Oh, I cannot explain
Every time it's the same
Oh, I feel that it's real
Take my heart
I've been lonely too long
Oh, I can't be so strong
Take the chance for romance, take my heart
I need you so
There's no time I'll ever go
Cheri, cheri lady
Going through a motion
Love is where you find it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
Living in devotion
It's always like the first time
Let me take a part
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart - don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me, baby, I'll be always yours
Deep love is a burning fire
Stay, 'cause then the flames grow higher
Babe, don't let him steal your heart
It's easy, easy
Girl, this game can't last forever
Why, we cannot live together?
Try, don't let him take your love from me
You're no good, can't you see
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
I'm in love - set you free
Oh, she's only looking to me
Only love breaks her heart
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Only love's paradise
Oh, she's only looking to me
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Oh, she's only looking to me
Oh, let it Louie
She is undercover
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Oh, doing what he's doing
So, leave it Louie
'Cause I'm her lover
Lady, I know it was hard
But it's much harder to ignore
There's a chance and I'll promise
I won't hurt you anymore
Hollywood nights we're romancin'
You can trust me anytime
Somewhere, oh, babe, there is someone
Oh, you're dancing in my mind
Ohoho, little queenie
I'm your fool
Come on, teach me the rules
And I will send a S.O.S. for love
Ohoho, little queenie,
I'm your fool
You need love, like I do
And I will send a S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, from the stars above
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, it's too hot to stop
The lyrics to Modern Talking's song No. 1 Hit Medley combined a selection of some of their most iconic songs, touching on themes of love, desire, and heartbreak. The song is structured as a medley, combining several of their biggest hits into one track, and the lyrics reflect the love story and journey of the singer. It traces their emotions from a burning heart to a fiery passion, to feelings of loneliness and isolation when love is taken away. The lyrics show a protagonist offering their heart, taking chances for new wild romances and experiencing a burning fire of true love. Even though they might not fit into certain small-town worlds, they still believe in the power of love.
The song's first verse speaks of a burning heart and intense desire for a start, saying that the singer is living in a fantasy world. The second verse continues with the theme of love, declaring the central figure to be the singer's heart and soul. The lyrics continue with ideas of love that defies social conventions and the belief that you can win if you want it badly enough. They go on to advise that if the singer is confused or uncertain, they should always listen to their heart. The story takes a turn for the sad when the singer's heart is taken by another who doesn't deserve it, causing the singer to plead with them in Brother Louie. Finally, the singer makes a promise to a partner that love will never hurt them again and sends out an S.O.S for love.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep in my heart - there's a fire - a burning heart
I have a strong desire in my heart that is burning with passion.
Deep in my heart - there's desire - for a start
I have a strong desire deep inside my heart that I wish to start fulfilling.
I'm dying in emotion
I am overwhelmed with emotions that are consuming me.
It's my world in fantasy
In my own fantasy world, I control everything.
I'm living in my, living in my dreams
I am so immersed in my dreams that I feel like I am actually living in them.
You're my heart, you're my soul
You hold a very special place in my heart and soul.
I keep it shining everywhere I go
I make sure to show my love for you wherever I go.
I'll be holding you forever
I will never let go of you, I will hold onto you forever.
Stay with you together
I want us to stay together forever.
Yeah, a feeling that our love will grow
I have a strong feeling that our love for each other will continue to grow.
That's the only thing I really know
All I know for certain is how much I love you.
You packed your things in a carpetbag
You packed all your belongings in a bag and left unannounced.
Left and never looking back
You left without any intention of coming back or looking back at the past.
Music wherever you go
You love music so much that you take it with you everywhere you go.
You don't fit in a smalltown world
You feel out of place in a small town because you want more in life.
But I feel you're the girl for me
Despite feeling out of place, I believe that you are the perfect girl for me.
You can win if you want
You have the potential to succeed and win in life.
If you want it, you will win
If you have the desire to succeed, you will succeed.
On your way you will see that life is more than fantasy
As you journey through life, you will come to realize that there is more to life than just fantasies and dreams.
Oh, you've got a brand new friend for your life
I want to be your new friend and support you in your life journey.
Oh, come on, take a chance
Don't be afraid to take a risk and try something new.
For a brand new wild romance
Let's embark on a new exciting romantic adventure together.
And your feelings will be right
Trust your feelings and follow your heart.
Hold me ti-i-i-i-ight
Hold me closely and tightly.
Oh, I cannot explain
I cannot express in words how I feel.
Every time it's the same
Every time I see you, I feel the same way.
Oh, I feel that it's real
I truly believe that what I feel for you is real and genuine.
Take my heart
Please take my heart and keep it safe.
I've been lonely too long
I have been alone for too long and I want to be with you.
Oh, I can't be so strong
I feel weak without you and your love.
Take the chance for romance, take my heart
Please take a chance and be with me, take my heart.
There's no time I'll ever go
I will always be here for you and I will never leave you.
Cheri, cheri lady
You are a sweet and charming lady.
Going through a motion
You are just going through the motions of life without experiencing true love.
Love is where you find it
Love can be found anywhere, you just have to be open to it.
Listen to your heart
Trust your heart and what it tells you.
Living in devotion
Living life with dedication and commitment to something or someone.
It's always like the first time
Every time we are together, it feels like the first time.
Let me take a part
Please let me be a part of your life and love.
Like there's no tomorrow
With passion and urgency, as though there may not be another tomorrow.
Take my heart - don't lose it
I am giving you my heart and I hope you won't lose it.
To know you is to love you
The more I get to know you, the more I love you.
If you call me, baby, I'll be always yours
If you need me, I will always be there for you and love you.
Deep love is a burning fire
True love is passionate and intense.
Stay, 'cause then the flames grow higher
Stay with me and our love will only grow stronger and more intense.
Babe, don't let him steal your heart
Don't let anyone else take your heart and love away from me.
It's easy, easy
It may seem easy to move on, but it's not worth it.
Girl, this game can't last forever
This game we're playing can't go on forever, we need to make a decision and choose each other.
Why, we cannot live together?
Why can't we be together and make this work?
Try, don't let him take your love from me
Please try and choose me, don't let anyone take your love away from me.
You're no good, can't you see
He is no good for you and I wish you could see that.
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
A man named Louie is causing problems for us.
I'm in love - set you free
I love you, but I will set you free if that's what you truly want.
Oh, she's only looking to me
You only have eyes for me and I am the only one you truly love.
Only love breaks her heart
She is easily hurt by someone she loves.
Only love's paradise
Love is the only thing that can make her feel truly happy and fulfilled.
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
This man named Louie is still causing problems for us.
Oh, doing what he's doing
He is still trying to get in between us and our love.
So, leave it Louie
Just leave us alone, Louie.
'Cause I'm her lover
I am the one she truly loves and chooses to be with.
Lady, I know it was hard
I know it was difficult for you to trust and love again.
But it's much harder to ignore
Ignoring our love and connection is even more difficult than accepting it.
There's a chance and I'll promise
I promise you that there is a chance for us to be happy and in love.
I won't hurt you anymore
I will never intentionally hurt you again.
Hollywood nights we're romancin'
We're having romantic nights together in a Hollywood-like setting.
You can trust me anytime
I am always here for you and you can trust me whenever you need to.
Somewhere, oh, babe, there is someone
I believe that there is someone out there for everyone, including us.
Oh, you're dancing in my mind
You are constantly on my mind and I can't stop thinking about you.
Ohoho, little queenie
You are a sweet and charming queen-like lady.
I'm your fool
I am completely in love with you and I will do anything for you.
Come on, teach me the rules
Show me what I need to do to win your heart and love.
And I will send a S.O.S. for love
I will send a distress signal for love and hope that you will come to me.
You need love, like I do
You need and crave love just like I do.
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
A lost or hidden city, Atlantis, is calling out for love and help.
From the stars above
The call for love is coming from the skies above.
It's too hot to stop
The passion and desire for love is too strong to stop.
Contributed by Gabriel I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ravencueva1198
Letra
Deep in my heart - there's a fire - a burning heart
Deep in my heart - there's desire - for a start
I'm dying in emotion
It's my world in fantasy
I'm living in my, living in my dreams
You're my heart, you're my soul
I keep it shining everywhere I go
You're my heart, you're my soul
I'll be holding you forever
Stay with you together
You're my heart, you're my soul
Yeah, a feeling that our love will grow
You're my heart, you're my soul
That's the only thing I really know
You packed your things in a carpetbag
Left and never looking back
Rings on your fingers, paint on your toes
Music wherever you go
You don't fit in a smalltown world
But I feel you're the girl for me
Rings on your fingers, paint on your toes
You're leaving town where nobody knows
You can win if you want
If you want it, you will win
On your way you will see that life is more than fantasy
Take my hand, follow me
Oh, you've got a brand new friend for your life
You can win if you want
If you want it you will win
Oh, come on, take a chance
For a brand new wild romance
Take my hand for the night
And your feelings will be right
Hold me ti-i-i-i-ight
Oh, I cannot explain
Every time it's the same
Oh, I feel that it's real
Take my heart
I've been lonely too long
Oh, I can't be so strong
Take the chance for romance, take my heart
I need you so
There's no time I'll ever go
Cheri, cheri lady
Going through a motion
Love is where you find it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
Living in devotion
It's always like the first time
Let me take a part
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart - don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me, baby, I'll be always yours
Deep love is a burning fire
Stay, 'cause then the flames grow higher
Babe, don't let him steal your heart
It's easy, easy
Girl, this game can't last forever
Why, we cannot live together?
Try, don't let him take your love from me
You're no good, can't you see
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
I'm in love - set you free
Oh, she's only looking to me
Only love breaks her heart
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Only love's paradise
Oh, she's only looking to me
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Oh, she's only looking to me
Oh, let it Louie
She is undercover
Brother Louie, Louie, Louie
Oh, doing what he's doing
So, leave it Louie
'Cause I'm her lover
Lady, I know it was hard
But it's much harder to ignore
There's a chance and I'll promise
I won't hurt you anymore
Hollywood nights we're romancin'
You can trust me anytime
Somewhere, oh, babe, there is someone
Oh, you're dancing in my mind
Ohoho, little queenie
I'm your fool
Come on, teach me the rules
And I will send a S.O.S. for love
Ohoho, little queenie,
I'm your fool
You need love, like I do
And I will send a S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, from the stars above
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, it's too hot to stop
@duquesa7z
Tão bom ser jovem , e ter bom gosto musical.
Obra de arte essa música 🎶
@fahrihamzayildirim7210
😂j
@billymercury3897
When I was a kid, my dad had the music CD of this album. And everytime we went on road trips, we would be playin this while we were driving. It was such a masterpiece. And to this day when I hear it... I cant help but shed tears of joy!
@marcelolautert5343
The same here. My mother is a huge fan of Modern Talking. I can't help but remember my childhood listening to these songs
@Davide-vg5le
I am only 14, but I can say with all myself «THIS is REALLY GREAT MUSIC!!!»
@2ADVANCEDYT
Nice NFS3HP profile picture. Also hella badass dad
@GODZF4
@Davide vdd mn
@karinaobada
2023 here😊
@Stefochka_EviROBLOX
But new year 2024
@Dirback
4:07 ufff esa entrada de Brother louie no la supera nadie