Silke Bischoff was a darkwave / gothic / synth trio from Germany. The band'… Read Full Bio ↴Silke Bischoff was a darkwave / gothic / synth trio from Germany. The band's name comes originally from a hostage killed in the "Gladbecker Geiseldrama" in 1988. However, Felix Flaucher had deliberately chosen the name as a tribute to Silke Bischoff, whose death would have been avoidable if the hostage-taking had not been characterized by sensationalist media hype and police failure.

After a legal dispute in 2002 with third member Axel the then-duo got renamed as 18 Summers.

Little Angel
Silke Bischoff Lyrics

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Under the linden, down in the park
There is a small light in the dark
Under a pale moon, down by the lake
There is a way to a secret place

On your shoulder
the world is clear and bright
At the end of the night

Leaning on your shoulder
Everything is allright
Little Angel by my side
On your shoulder

Little angel dressed in white - the universe in your eyes
(/Under a red sky - blood on your wrist)
Can you hear my voice?
(/Follow the runes "Sag mir wer Du bist")
Can you help me through the night? I am scared like a child
(/Heavenly voices down by the sea)
I've lost my innocence
(/Singing "tomorrow belongs to me")

On your shoulder
the world is clear and bright
At the end of the night
Leaning on your shoulder
Everything is allright
Little Angel by my side
On your shoulder

Little angel dressed in white with kaleidoscope-eyes
(/Under the linden, down in the park)
And a virgin-smile
(/There is a small light in the dark)
There's a poion in my venes do you love me in vain?
(/Under a pale moon, down by the lake)
Why don't you touch me now?
(/There is a way to a secret place)

On your shoulder
the world is clear and bright
At the end of the night
Leaning on your shoulder
Everything is allright
Little Angel by my side
On your shoulder
the world is clear and bright
at the end of the night
On your shoulder
everything is allright
Little Angel by my side
On your shoulder
The world is clear and bright
at the end of the night
On your shoulder
everything is allright

little angel by my side
On your shoulder.

Overall Meaning

The song Little Angel by Silke Bischoff is a melancholic yet hopeful ballad about finding solace and companionship in a little angel. The lyrics speak about a secret place, perhaps a metaphor for a state of mind or inner sanctuary, that can only be reached through a certain path. The imagery of the linden tree, the moon, and the lake serves to reinforce the idea of a magical and hidden realm. The singer of the song is scared and lost, and seeks the help of the little angel to get through the night. The little angel is described as having kaleidoscope eyes, a virgin smile, and the universe in her eyes, hinting at her otherworldly qualities. The world is clear and bright when the little angel is on the singer's shoulder, and everything is all right.

The underlying theme of the song seems to be the quest for comfort amidst chaos and confusion. The little angel can be interpreted as a symbol of hope and faith, a guide through the dark times. The reference to the song "Tomorrow Belongs to Me" from the musical Cabaret is interesting, as it suggests a parallel between the singer's loss of innocence and the rise of fascism in Germany. The little angel becomes an escape from reality, a source of love and acceptance in a world that seems to have lost its moral compass.

Line by Line Meaning

Under the linden, down in the park
There is a peaceful place in nature where one can go to escape the chaos of the world

There is a small light in the dark
Even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of hope

Under a pale moon, down by the lake
A serene moment in time where one can reflect on their memories and emotions

There is a way to a secret place
There are hidden paths one can take in life to find answers and revelations

On your shoulder the world is clear and bright
When in the company of someone you trust, life becomes easier to navigate and understand

At the end of the night, leaning on your shoulder
When facing the unknown, turning to those we love can provide us with a sense of security and comfort

Everything is alright, Little Angel by my side
The presence of a loved one can put all worries and fears to rest

Little angel dressed in white - the universe in your eyes
Those we cherish have an otherworldly beauty that enchants and mesmerizes us

Can you hear my voice? Can you help me through the night? I am scared like a child
At our most vulnerable moments, we turn to the people who make us feel safe and understood

I've lost my innocence
Growing up comes with the loss of naivete and the understanding of the harsh realities of life

Heavenly voices down by the sea
The beauty of nature can provide us with a sense of transcendence and spirituality

Singing 'tomorrow belongs to me'
The hope for a better future is a universal theme that resonates with many people

Little angel dressed in white with kaleidoscope-eyes
Our loved ones have a unique and colorful perspective on the world that enriches our own lives

And a virgin-smile
The purity and innocence of youth is something we all hold dear

There's a poison in my veins, do you love me in vain?
The fear of being unlovable and alone is something that we all struggle with at times

Why don't you touch me now?
The need for physical contact and emotional intimacy is a basic human instinct

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