OOMPH! consists of:
Robert Flux (guitar, mixing)
Andreas Crap (lead guitar, keyboards)
Leo (live drums)
Hagen (live bass)
Der Schulz (lead vocalist)
The band was formed in 1989 in Wolfsburg, Germany. They are one of the founders of the fusion of hard metal music and industrial sounds known as Neue Deutsche Härte.
OOMPH! owed a lot to Nitzer Ebb in their self-titled debut (1992). OOMPH!'s change of style for the successor "Sperm" (1994), with a more guitar-driven metal sound mixed with their electronic roots, inspired numerous musicians, most famously Rammstein, to follow their lead. (Rammstein have cited OOMPH! in several interviews as their main inspiration.)
OOMPH! released their first album on Jor's Machinery label, then releasing their consecutive albums on its sister-label Dynamica. They stayed with Jor, until his labels disappeared during the acquisition by Sanctuary Records at around 1996/1997.
Following Dynamica OOMPH! finally signed with Virgin Schallplatten. With the benefits of major-label status OOMPH! gained a larger following, and toured with labelmates Skunk Anansie in 1999. Between 1998 and 2001 they released three albums on the Virgin label, fulfilling their contract, but did not continue, feeling that the record company never fully explored their potential.
In 2004 OOMPH! released their first single "Augen auf!" on a new label, this time on Supersonic Records, part of the Sony BMG group of music companies. It marks their first Number One hit ever in Germany, thus eventually bringing forth their major commercial breakthrough. It became part of the FIFA 2005 soundtrack.
The band's ninth record, GlaubeLiebeTod was released in March 2006, including the controversial single "Gott ist ein Popstar" and its follow-up "Das letzte Streichholz", the third single was Die Schlinge.
In 2007, they won the third Bundesvision Song Contest (a contest between the sixteen states of Germany) for Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen) with "Träumst du?", which featured Marta Jandová from Die Happy.
While OOMPH! are not widely known within the United States, the band did perform at a New York festival in 1993. In Europe they have performed at M'era Luna, Ozzfest, Dynamo Open Air and Wacken Open Air.
The World Is Yours
Oomph! Lyrics
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When will you turn the page?
When will you open the gate?
Ready to fly, ready to fly for me?
I can feel it now.
You'll make it real somehow.
When will you fight all your hate?
When will you learn to fly?
When will you touch the sky?
When will you kill your sorrow?
The world is yours!
When will you reach the moon?
When will you drop the spoon?
When will you kill your sorrow?
The world is yours!
When will you break the spell?
When will you leave your cell?
When will you open the door?
Ready to fly, ready to fly for me?
I can feel it now.
You'll make it real somehow.
When will you start to explore?
Ready to fly, ready to fly for me?
When will you come undone?
When will you touch the sun?
When will you kill your sorrow?
The world is yours!
When will you reach the stars?
When will you drop your scars?
When will you kill your sorrow?
The world is yours!
The song "The World Is Yours" by Oomph! is a motivational anthem that encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones and take control of their lives. The lyrics repeatedly ask the listener when they will "leave their cage," "turn the page," "open the gate," and "learn to fly." The song urges the listener to "kill their sorrows" and "explore" the world around them, reminding them that "the world is yours."
The song encourages listeners to break free from self-doubt, negative emotions, and the confines of their daily routines. It speaks to anyone who may be feeling stuck or unfulfilled, urging them to take action and seize opportunities. The repeated refrain of "ready to fly, ready to fly for me?" suggests that the singer is there to support the listener, acting as a kind of mentor or cheerleader.
The song's message is fitting for the current era of self-improvement and self-care, urging people to take control of their lives and step into their full potential. It's a feel-good song with an important message that encourages listeners to approach the world with courage, optimism, and a sense of adventure.
Line by Line Meaning
When will you leave your cage?
When will you break free from the constraints holding you back?
When will you turn the page?
When will you move on from the past and start fresh?
When will you open the gate?
When will you give yourself permission to pursue your dreams?
Ready to fly, ready to fly for me?
Are you ready to take flight and live your life to the fullest for yourself and not for anyone else?
I can feel it now.
I have a sense of certainty that you will achieve great things.
You'll make it real somehow.
You have the ability to turn your dreams into reality.
When will you fight all your hate?
When will you overcome hatred and let love guide you?
When will you learn to fly?
When will you gain the courage to take risks and pursue your passions?
When will you touch the sky?
When will you achieve greatness and reach new heights?
When will you kill your sorrow?
When will you let go of your pain and find happiness within?
The world is yours!
You have the power to shape your own destiny and make your mark on the world.
When will you reach the moon?
When will you accomplish something incredible and make history?
When will you drop the spoon?
When will you break free from the mundane and live life more adventurously?
When will you break the spell?
When will you break free from negative influences that hold you back?
When will you leave your cell?
When will you escape the limitations that prevent you from reaching your full potential?
When will you open the door?
When will you allow yourself to experience new opportunities and growth?
When will you start to explore?
When will you search for new experiences and knowledge?
When will you come undone?
When will you break free from the constraints of society and be true to yourself?
When will you touch the sun?
When will you achieve the impossible and accomplish something extraordinary?
When will you reach the stars?
When will you aim for greatness and achieve your dreams?
When will you drop your scars?
When will you let go of past hurts and embrace a brighter future?
Contributed by Carter G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.