Seemann

The lyrics of "Seemann" translate to "sailor" in English, and the song's storyline reflects this. It's a ballad about longing, loneliness, and regret.

The music video for "Seemann" was directed by Laszlo Kadar, showcasing the band members on a boat in the middle of a stormy sea. The video also features Apocalyptica cellist Eicca Toppinen.

"Seemann" was covered by folk metal band Subway to Sally in 2003 and by pop artist Nina Hagen and Apocalyptica.

During live performances, keyboardist Christian "Flake" Lorenz would usually row in a small rubber boat over the crowd while playing the song. This stunt was a concert favorite but was discontinued after he was dropped and injured multiple times.

As with many Rammstein songs, "Seemann" came under some criticism for its dark tone and controversial lyrics. Some took them out of context as supporting harmful ideologies, but band members have frequently stated that the lyrics are meant to provoke thought rather than condone any specific behavior or mindset.

The song's runtime is approximately 4 minutes and 48 seconds long.

The lead vocals for "Seemann" were performed by Till Lindemann, who is known for his powerful and unique voice. His style of singing adds an extra edge to the band's music.

Following the release of "Herzeleid" and the success of songs like "Seemann," Rammstein went on to become one of Germany's most successful and internationally acclaimed rock bands.