When they were officially founded in 1996, Andi Erhardt played the bass, but left the band one year later and Rüdiger Linhof became the new bassist.
Sportfreunde Stiller started on the underground rock scene, with their songs only appearing on indie stations at first and their albums Macht doch, was ihr wolt - ich geh jetzt!(1996) and Thonträger(1998). Their first big single "Wellenreiten '54" (Surfing '54) was released in 1999. Containing this release their first major record "So wie einst Real Madrid" (As once Real Madrid) followed in 2000 and made the "Sporties" well known to Germany's upcoming indie rock scene. The second big relaese "Die gute Seite" (The Good Side) came in 2002 and established Sportfreunde's unique and good mooded style of rock music.
Since having success with their third major album Burli (Bavarian: a small boy), Sportfreunde Stiller became one of Germany's leading rock bands. They topped the charts with their soccer-themed anthem '54 '74 '90 2006, a homage to their country's World Cup wins, though hastily retitled '54 '74 '90 2010 when Germany was defeated in the tournament in 2006.
In August 2007, they released their 5th studio-album "La Bum", which topped the charts after three weeks.
Rocket Radio
Sportfreunde Stiller Lyrics
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Sie sollten sich jetzt nicht beschweren
Waren's nicht Sie, die sagten
Sie hätten gern mal was auf die Ohren
Wie wär's, wenn Sie sich nur wenige Minuten den
Geist durchfluten lassen, sich mit neuen Ideen befassen
Die Sie sonst, die Sie sonst so nicht sehen
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio at its best, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Ich versichere Ihnen und das ist nicht gemein gemeint
Melodien haben schon Millionen vereint
Das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio at its best, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
„All right, it's Rocket Radio
A new power station full of hits and gigs
Joining (?), Rocket Radio“
Das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio at its best, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
The song "Rocket Radio" by Sportfreunde Stiller is an energetic and upbeat song that encourages listeners to be open to new ideas and perspectives. The song opens with the singer addressing the audience, inviting them to listen to Rocket Radio and challenging them not to complain about the music. He reminds them that they had requested something new and exciting to listen to, and Rocket Radio is ready to provide just that.
The chorus of "Rocket Radio" features the repeated phrase "Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio," which translates to "Listen closely, because this is Rocket Radio." The singer assures listeners that immersing oneself in new music and ideas is not mean-spirited but has the power to unite people through shared experiences.
The lyrics also make reference to Rocket Radio being a "new power station full of hits and gigs," which suggests that it's a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their music. The song is a call to action for listeners to actively seek out and engage with new music that may challenge or expand their worldview.
Overall, "Rocket Radio" is a fun and upbeat song that encourages listeners to stay curious and open to new ideas and experiences. It's an anthem for music lovers, reminding us all of the power of music to connect us and broaden our horizons.
Line by Line Meaning
Guten Tag, sehr verehrte Damen und Herren
Greetings, esteemed ladies and gentlemen
Sie sollten sich jetzt nicht beschweren
You shouldn't complain now
Waren's nicht Sie, die sagten
Weren't you the ones who said
Sie hätten gern mal was auf die Ohren
You wanted something to listen to
Wie wär's, wenn Sie sich nur wenige Minuten den Geist durchfluten lassen, sich mit neuen Ideen befassen
How about letting your mind flow for a few minutes, exploring new ideas?
Die Sie sonst, die Sie sonst so nicht sehen
Ones that you wouldn't otherwise see
Das ist Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
This is Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Hör gut zu, denn das ist Rocket Radio at its best, Rocket Radio
Listen carefully, because this is Rocket Radio at its best
Ich versichere Ihnen und das ist nicht gemein gemeint
I assure you, and this is not meant to be mean
Melodien haben schon Millionen vereint
Melodies have already united millions
„All right, it's Rocket Radio
'All right, it's Rocket Radio
A new power station full of hits and gigs
A new radio station full of hits and shows
Joining (?), Rocket Radio“
Join in, Rocket Radio'
Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Rocket Radio, Rocket Radio
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Peter Stephan Brugger, Florian Weber, Ruediger Linhof
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