Unheilig (German for "Unholy") is a German band that features a variety of … Read Full Bio ↴Unheilig (German for "Unholy") is a German band that features a variety of influences including various pop and electronic styles as well as harder, nihilistic hard rock. In 1999, together with Grant Stevens and José Alvarez-Brill (also of Wolfsheim, Joachim Witt, and De/Vision), the foundation for Unheilig came into being from a dark vision of singer Der Graf (born Bernd Heinrich Graf). Their songs have fused heavy guitars, dancable beats, and infectious synth-driven melodies with Der Graf's brooding croon and have met with considerable success.

The band principally consists of Der Graf ("The Count") along with various musical partners. He has been accompanied for live shows with musicians Christoph "Licky" Termühlen, Henning Verlage, and Martin "Potti" Potthoff. The group's debut, 'Phosphor', came out in 2001. Their fans believe that their eclectic style features a very appealing combination of sounds, unlike a lot of bands that play a similar mix of elements, while also giving a nice depth of atmosphere. As well, Unheilg are stylistically connected to the 'dark culture' that has arisen among many of the youth.

Discography

Albums
2001: Phosphor (Phosphorous)
2002: Frohes Fest (Merry Festival)
2003: Das 2. Gebot (The 2nd Order)
2004: Zelluloid (Celluloid)
2005: Gastspiel (Live-Doppel-CD) (Guestplay)
2006: Moderne Zeiten (Modern Times)
2006: Goldene Zeiten (Live-Doppel-CD) (Golden Times)
2008: Puppenspiel (Puppetplay)
2008: Puppenspiel Live - Vorhang Auf! (Live Puppetplay - Curtains On)
2008: Schattenspiel (Puppenspieler Tour Only) (Shadowplay)
2010: Fruhe Werke & Rohe Entwurfe (Early Work & Rough Designs)
2010: Große Freiheit (Large Freedom)
2010: Große Freiheit Live (Large Freedom)
2010: Große Freiheit Winter Edition (Large Freedom)
2010: Zeitreise (Time Travel)
2011: Heimreise (Home Travel)
2012: Lichter der Stadt (City Lights)
2012: Lichtblicke (Light View)
2012: Lichter der Stadt Live (City Lights)
2012: Lichter der Stadt Winter Edition (City Lights)
2014: Alles hat seine Zeit ( All Has Its Time)
2014: Gipfelstürmer (Summit Striker)
2015: Gipfelstürmer Live (Summit Striker Live)
2015: Gipfelstürmer * Live / In Österreich (Summit Striker Live / In Austria)
2015: Unter Dampf, Ohne Strom (Under Steam, Without Electricity)
2016: Danke! Ein Letztes Mal - Live (Thank You! A Last Time - Live)
2016: Von Mensch zu Mensch (From Human To Human)

Maxi singles
2001: Sage Ja! (Say Yes!)
2001: Komm zu mir! (Come to Me)
2003: Maschine
2006: Ich will leben (I want to Live)
2010: Für immer (Forever)
2010: Geboren um zu Leben (Born to Live)
2010: Unter deine Flagge (Under Your Wings)
2012: So wie du warst (As You Were)
2012: Wie wir waren (How We Were)
2012: Lichter der Stadt (City Lights)
2012: Sonne (Sun)
2012: Stark (Strong)
2014: Als wär's das erste Mal (Like It Was The First Time)
2014: Wir sind alle wie eins (We Are All Like One)

EPs
2003: Schutzengel (Guardian Angel)
2004: Freiheit (Freedom)
2006: Astronaut
2008: An Deiner Seite (At Your Side)
2008: Spiegelbild (Mirror Image)

DVDs
2005: Kopfkino (Head Cinema)
2008: Vorhang Auf (Curtains Up)
2009: Sternstunden (Startime)
2010: Grosse Freiheit Live
2011: Heimreise
2012: Lichter der Stadt Live

Official Website: http://www.unheilig.com/

Kleine Puppe
Unheilig Lyrics

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Kleine Puppe

In meiner Hand liegt das Geschick
Gezogen an dem seid'nen Strick
Ich werde Dir den Weg nun weisen
Lass dich fortan von mir nun leiten

Dein kaltes Herz beginnt zu beben

Es schlägt viel schneller als je zuvor
Erwecke Dich zu neuem Leben
Zieh dich an meinem Strang empor

Kleine Puppe, zartes Kind
Warte nicht, die Zeit verrinnt
Kleiner Mensch, der Weg ist weit
Ich schenke Dir nun meine Zeit
Begebe Dich in meine Hand
Folge mir ins Wunderland
Begleite mich auf meinen Wegen
Geleite mich in meinem Streben

Gelenke zart zerbrechlich klein
Ich werde stets Dir nahe sein
Soll über dich nun endlos wachen
Wohlwollend will ich dich betrachten

Drohst Du zu stürzen und zu fallen
Bin ich bei Dir zu jederzeit
Sollst niemals zu Boden prallen
Dich zu schützen stets bereit

Kleine Puppe, zartes Kind
Warte nicht, die Zeit verrinnt
Kleiner Mensch, der Weg ist weit
Ich schenke Dir nun meine Zeit
Begebe Dich in meine Hand
Folge mir ins Wunderland
Begleite mich auf meinen Wegen
Geleite mich in meinem Streben

Kleine Puppe

Kleiner Mensch

Overall Meaning

The song "Kleine Puppe" by Unheilig is an emotional and powerful ballad about guiding someone through life. The lyrics describe a person holding the fate of somebody else, leading them on their journey through life with a strong and unwavering presence. The singer has taken control of the situation, pulling at the strings of the person they are guiding, and showing them the way forward. They are gentle and nurturing, protective and caring, and committed to helping this person navigate the challenges of life.

The song is addressed to a "Kleine Puppe," which means "little doll" in English. This term of endearment is particularly poignant, as it evokes a sense of fragility and dependency on the part of the person being guided. They are delicate and vulnerable, in need of someone stronger and more experienced to help them find their way. The singer's voice is soothing and calming, as they reassure the listener that they will always be there to protect and guide them, no matter what happens.

Overall, "Kleine Puppe" is a touching and heartfelt tribute to the power of love and connection between two people. The lyrics have a universal quality that could apply to any relationship, whether romantic or platonic, parent-child or mentor-mentee. It is a reminder that we all need somebody to lean on sometimes, and that having that support can make all the difference in the world.

Line by Line Meaning

In meiner Hand liegt das Geschick
I have control over your destiny

Gezogen an dem seid'nen Strick
Guiding you like a marionette

Ich werde Dir den Weg nun weisen
I will show you the way

Lass dich fortan von mir nun leiten
Let me lead you from now on

Dein kaltes Herz beginnt zu beben
I am awakening your emotions

Es schlägt viel schneller als je zuvor
Your heart beats faster than ever before

Erwecke Dich zu neuem Leben
I am helping you start a new life

Zieh dich an meinem Strang empor
Let me pull you up with me

Kleine Puppe, zartes Kind
Little doll, delicate child

Warte nicht, die Zeit verrinnt
Don't wait, time is running out

Kleiner Mensch, der Weg ist weit
Little human, the journey is long