Maria Magdalena

Sandra

About Maria Magdalena

"(I'll Never Be) Maria Magdalena", also known simply as "Maria Magdalena", is a 1985 synthpop song performed by German singer Sandra. The song was a major chart hit in Europe, reaching no. 1 in multiple countries, and remains Sandra's signature tune.


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You Take My Love
You Want My Soul
I Would Be Crazy To Share Your Life
Why Can't You See What I Am
Sharpen Your Senses And Turn The Knife
Hurt Me And You'll Understand

I'll Never Be Maria Magdalena
(You're A Creature Of The Night)
Maria Magdalena
(You're A Victim Of The Fight
You Need Love)
Promise Me Delight
(You Need Love)

I'll Never Be Maria Magdalena
(You're A Creature Of The Night)
Maria Magdalena
(You're A Victim Of The Fight
You Need Love)
Promise Me Delight
(You Need Love)

Why Must I Lie
Find Alibis
When Will You Wake Up And Realise
I Can't Surrender To You
Play For Affection And Win The Prize
I Know Those Party Games, Too

I'll Never Be Maria Magdalena
(You're A Creature Of The Night)
Maria Magdalena
(You're A Victim Of The Fight
You Need Love)
Promise Me Delight
(You Need Love)

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Sandra

Sandra Ann Lauer, stage name Sandra (born 18 May 1962) is a German pop singer, who dominated European charts with eighteen top 20 hits during the 1980s and early 1990s, with the help of her then-husband and musical partner, Michael Cretu. During a brief height of popularity, she even outsold Madonna in a number of countries around the world. At the start of her career, from 1979 to 1984, she was the lead singer of the female disco/dance trio Arabesque, which had a massive following in Japan and Russia. Subsequently a solo performer, she had her first international #1 hit-single "(I'll Never Be) Maria Magdalena" in 1985, followed by "In the Heat of the Night". In 1986 it was "Hi! Hi! Hi!", then "Everlasting Love" in 1987… more »

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Written by: HUBERT KEMMLER, MARKUS LOEHR, MICHAEL CRETU, RICHARD PALMER-JAMES, RICHARD WILLIAM PALMER-JAMES

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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16 facts about this song

Release
"Maria Magdalena" was released in March 1985.
Artist
The song was recorded by German singer Sandra who rose to popularity in the 1980s.
Chart Success
"Maria Magdalena" was a huge international success, reaching number 1 in 21 countries around the world including Germany, Sweden, Norway, and France.
Origin of Song Title
"Maria Magdalena" is named after the biblical figure Mary Magdalene, who was one of Jesus' most celebrated disciples known for her love and devotion.
Famous Lyrics
The chorus 'I'm not your lover, I'm not your friend, I am something that you'll never comprehend' has become one of Sandra's most famous lyrics.
Songwriters
The song was written by Hubert Kemmler, Markus Löhr, Ulrich Herter and Michael Cretu.
Producer
Michael Cretu also produced the track. He is best known as the founder of the musical project Enigma.
Background Vocals
Future Enigma vocalist Peter Cornelius provided backing vocals for the song.
Regular Performances
Despite her extensive discography, "Maria Magdalena" still remains a staple of Sandra's live performances.
Record Sales
"Maria Magdalena" achieved high sales, with more than 5 million copies sold worldwide.
Concert History
The song was featured in Sandra’s 1985 concert "The Long Play Tour."
Video
The music video for "Maria Magdalena" was shot in the desert and city environments. It featured Sandra in various outfits including a typical 80's style with big hair and shoulder pads.
Song Legacy
"Maria Magdalena" is considered Sandra's signature song, and it has been covered by numerous artists around the world.
Cover Versions
Notable covers include versions by Laura Branigan and Belgian singer Belle Perez.
Remixes
In 2019, as part of the 35th anniversary of its release, a new remix of "Maria Magdalena" was released.
Enduring Popularity
Despite its age, "Maria Magdalena" still enjoys airplay on radio stations around the world and continues to be streamed millions of times on platforms like Spotify and YouTube.

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