Rammstein
Rammstein Lyrics


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Rammstein
Ein Mensch brennt
Rammstein
Fleischgeruch in der Luft
Rammstein
Ein Kind stirbt
Rammstein
Die Sonne scheint

Rammstein
Ein Flammenmeer
Rammstein
Blut gerinnt auf dem Asphalt
Rammstein
Mütter schreien
Rammstein
Die Sonne scheint

Rammstein
Ein Massengrab
Rammstein
Kein Entrinnen
Rammstein
Kein Vogel singt mehr
Rammstein
Und die Sonne scheint

Rammstein
Rammstein




Rammstein
Rammstein

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Rammstein's song "Rammstein" describe a catastrophic event, likely a fire caused by the industrial metal band's namesake. The first verse begins with "A man burns", suggesting someone is on fire or perhaps sacrificing themselves as part of a ritual. The smell of burning flesh permeates the air as a child dies. Surprisingly, in the midst of all this chaos, the sun is shining brightly, creating a juxtaposition of beauty and horror.


As the song progresses, the imagery becomes more gruesome. A "sea of flames" engulfs the area, causing blood to coagulate on the pavement. Mothers cry out in agony as their children are taken away. Finally, the scene is depicted as a mass grave, with no escape and no life left. Even the birds have stopped singing, leaving only the bright sun overhead to bear witness to the horrors that have occurred.


Overall, the song seems to be a warning about the dangers of humanity's reckless pursuit of power and control, as well as the destruction that can result from it. The repeated refrain of "Rammstein" throughout the song serves to reinforce both the band's name and the destructive nature it represents.


Line by Line Meaning

Rammstein
This is a reference to the band itself, as the song shares the same name as the band.


Ein Mensch brennt
A person is burning, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for the passion and intensity that is present in the music of Rammstein.


Fleischgeruch in der Luft
The smell of flesh is in the air, which could be interpreted as a reference to the violent and sometimes graphic imagery that is often present in Rammstein's music videos.


Ein Kind stirbt
A child dies, which could be interpreted as a commentary on the darker side of humanity that Rammstein often explores in their music.


Die Sonne scheint
The sun is shining, which could be interpreted as a juxtaposition to the darker themes present in the previous lines.


Ein Flammenmeer
A sea of flames, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for the intense power and energy of Rammstein's music.


Blut gerinnt auf dem Asphalt
Blood coagulates on the asphalt, which could be interpreted as a reference to the violence and brutality that is often present in Rammstein's lyrics.


Mütter schreien
Mothers are screaming, which could be interpreted as a commentary on the pain and suffering that is often associated with war and conflict.


Ein Massengrab
A mass grave, which could be interpreted as a reference to the many lives lost in war and other violent conflicts.


Kein Entrinnen
No escape, which could be interpreted as a commentary on the inescapable nature of violence and conflict.


Kein Vogel singt mehr
No bird sings anymore, which could be interpreted as a reference to the death and destruction that is often associated with war and conflict.


Und die Sonne scheint
And the sun is shining, once again providing a juxtaposition to the darker themes present in the previous lines.


Rammstein
The song ends as it began, with a reference to the band itself.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Richard Z. Kruspe, Paul Landers, Till Lindemann, Doktor Christian Lorenz, Oliver Riedel, Christoph Doom Schneider

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SabrinaOnlineFan96


on Sonne

This song reminds me of Gru from Despicable Me, as he is so powerful, that he paralyzed a shark and was able to outrun supersonic missiles.

Ben - Moderator


on Keine Lust

Corrected the music video fact above.

Andrew


on Keine Lust

The music video features the band members participating in various roles of a traditional funeral, all appearing bored and uninterested in their tasks.

The music video has them performing in fat suits, not at a funeral.

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