Vienna Calling

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"Vienna Calling" is a song recorded by Austrian musician Falco, released in September 1985 as the second single for his third studio album Falco 3 (1985) and in 1986 in Anglophone markets. The song was written by Falco and Dutch music producers Bolland & Bolland.


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Falco

Johann (Hans) Hölzel (19 February 1957 – 6 February 1998), better known by his stage name Falco (help·info), was an Austrian pop and rock musician and rapper. He had several international hits: "Der Kommissar", "Rock Me Amadeus", "Vienna Calling", "Jeanny", "The Sound of Musik", "Coming Home (Jeanny Part 2)" and posthumously, "Out of the Dark". "Rock Me Amadeus" reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts, making him the only artist whose principal language was German to score a number-one hit in the United States. His estate claims he has sold 20 million albums and 15 million singles, which makes him the best selling Austrian singer of all time. more »

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Genre Classification
"Vienna Calling" is a pop and rock song that incorporates elements of Neue Deutsche Welle (New German Wave), synthpop, and rap.
Performance Chart Rankings
The song managed to gain international success and peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Album Information
"Vienna Calling" was one of the most popular tracks from Falco's album "Falco 3" that was released in 1985.
Unique Rap Style
Reflecting Falco's unique style, the song combines German language verses with English language choruses, making the song an interesting blend of languages.
Imagery and Theme
The song is a commentary on the city of Vienna and reflects Falco's views on the cultural landscape of his home city.
Legacy
"Vienna Calling" continues to be a popular track and is often played on radio stations around the world that feature '80s music.
Music Video
The music video for "Vienna Calling" is set in Vienna and showcases some of the most significant landmarks of the city.
Song Composition
Just like his other songs, in "Vienna Calling", Falco's rapping skills are set against a backdrop of synthesizers and guitars.
Critical Reception
Critics generally praised "Vienna Calling" for its catchy chorus and blend of pop and rap elements.
Accomplishments
"Vienna Calling" was certified as a Gold Record in the United States for selling over 500,000 copies.

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