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.
Run To You
Modern Talking Lyrics
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In a smokey night cafe, all the guys are so happy
Baby I can see
I'm sitting here, I'm lonely
Thinking of you, girl, all this sweet sweet memories
We built a better world
When will I see you again, baby let me be your man
Tell me that you miss me, my sweet baby
Tell me, do I have a chance, my love?
I will run to you, I will kiss the rain
Make your dreams come true, if I have you back again
I will run to you, everyday and night
Give you all my heart, want to have you by my side
I'm sitting here, I'm lonely
Catch a falling star, when you're there the sky is bluer
But you are so far
I'm sitting here, I'm lonely
Can't trust your pretty face, maybe you were telling lies
I saw you in this place
When will I see you again, baby let me be your man
Tell me that you miss me, my sweet baby
I won't cry for yesterday, baby come and make my day
Tell me do I have a chance, my love
The song "Run to You" by Modern Talking is a poignant ballad about longing, heartbreak, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. The lyrics describe the singer's feelings of loneliness as he sits in a smoky cafe, thinking about the woman he loves and the memories they shared. He dreams of a better world and wonders when he will see her again, asking her to be his partner and promising to do everything in his power to make her dreams come true. The chorus is a declaration of his willingness to do anything to be with her again, promising to run to her and give her his heart.
The verses alternate between despair and hope, as the singer struggles to come to terms with the idea that the love he once shared with his partner might have been based on lies. He longs to be with her again, but at the same time, he wonders if he can trust her pretty face. Despite these doubts, he remains determined to win her back, asking her to give him a chance to prove himself.
The song's earnest lyrics are underscored by a soaring melody and sweeping orchestration that emphasize the singer's emotions. It's a powerful ode to the power of love, and a reminder that even in the face of heartbreak, there is always hope for a better tomorrow.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sitting here, I'm lonely
I am currently alone and in need of companionship.
In a smokey night cafe, all the guys are so happy
While in this cafe, the men around me seem content and pleased.
Baby I can see
I am able to observe my surroundings and ponder my thoughts.
Thinking of you, girl, all this sweet sweet memories
I am reminiscing about the positive experiences I have shared with my significant other.
We built a better world
Our relationship has had a positive impact on the world around us.
When will I see you again, baby let me be your man
I am anticipating the chance to be with my partner again and expressing my desire to be a valuable companion to them.
Tell me that you miss me, my sweet baby
I am seeking reassurance of my partner's affection and desire for me.
I won't cry for yesterday, baby come and hear me say
I will not dwell on past misfortunes and long for my partner's current presence.
Tell me, do I have a chance, my love?
I am seeking an honest evaluation of the future prospects of our relationship.
I will run to you, I will kiss the rain
I am willing to go to great lengths to be with my partner and express my love for them.
Make your dreams come true, if I have you back again
I am suggesting that my partner's happiness is important to me and expressing my desire to fulfill their aspirations.
Give you all my heart, want to have you by my side
I am willing to give my all to our relationship and express my yearning to be close to my partner.
Catch a falling star, when you're there the sky is bluer
Your presence in my life has a positive impact on my perception of the world around me.
But you are so far
Despite my desire for you to be near me, you currently are not.
Can't trust your pretty face, maybe you were telling lies
I am questioning the sincerity of my partner's behavior and worrying that they may have been dishonest.
I saw you in this place
I have recently encountered my partner in the same location as me.
Baby come and make my day
I am expressing my desire for my partner's presence to improve my current emotional state.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DIETER BOHLEN
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