Westerland

Die Ärzte

About Westerland

"Westerland" is a punk song by Die Ärzte. It was the fifth track and the second single from their 1988 album Das ist nicht die ganze Wahrheit.... It is an ironic ode to the city of Westerland. It was also released on Die Ärzte's first maxi-CD, which had the same cover as the single but tracks different from the maxi-LP. "Westerland (Kommerzmix)" was later put on "Das Beste von kurz nach früher bis jetze". The song has been covered by Die Toten Hosen in a concert.


Year:
1988
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Jeden Tag sitz' ich am Wannsee
Und ich hör' den Wellen zu
Ich lieg' hier auf meinem Handtuch,
Doch ich finde keine Ruh'
Diese eine Liebe wird nie zu ende gehen
Wann werd' ich sie wiedersehen?

Manchmal schließe ich die Augen,
Stell' mir vor ich sitz' am Meer
Dann denk' ich an diese Insel,
Und mein Herz das wird so schwer
Diese eine Liebe wird nie zu ende gehen
Wann werd' ich sie wiedersehen?

Oh ich hab' solche Sehnsucht,
Ich verliere den Verstand
Ich will wieder an die Nordsee, 
Ich will zurück nach Westerland

Wie oft stand ich schon am Ufer,
Wie oft sprang ich in die Spree?
Wie oft mussten sie mich retten,
Damit ich nicht untergeh'?
Diese eine Liebe wird nie zu ende gehen
Wann werd' ich sie wiedersehen?

Oh ich hab' solche Sehnsucht,
Ich verliere den Verstand
Ich will wieder an die Nordsee, 
Ich will zurück nach Westerland

Es ist zwar etwas teurer,
Dafür ist man unter sich
Und ich weiß jeder Zweite hier
Ist genauso blöd wie ich

Oh ich hab' solche Sehnsucht,
Ich verliere den Verstand
Ich will wieder an die Nordsee, 
Ich will zurück nach Westerland

Oh ich hab' solche Sehnsucht,
Ich verliere den Verstand
Ich will wieder an die Nordsee,
Ich will zurück, ich will zurück,
Ich will zurück, ich will zurück,
Nach Westerland

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Die Ärzte

Die Ärzte ("The Doctors", German pronunciation: [diː ˈʔeːɐ̯tstə], often typeset die ärzte, in their official logo with 3 dots on the "a") is a punk band from Berlin. Die Ärzte are one of the best-known German punk rock bands and have released over 20 albums. The band consists of guitarist Farin Urlaub, drummer Bela B. and bass player Rodrigo González. All three write and perform their songs. more »

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Written by: Jan Vetter

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12 facts about this song

Band's History
"Die Ärzte" is a punk rock band formed in West Berlin in 1982. The members include Bela B, Farin Urlaub, and Rodrigo González.
Song Theme
"Westerland" is a satirical song that presents a humorous view of the discontentment of staying in a place and the longing for a change or a vacation.
Song Title
The title "Westerland" refers to a beach resort on the German island of Sylt which is located in the Northern part of Germany.
High Ranking
Since its release, "Westerland" has become one of the best-known songs of Die Ärzte and is often mentioned as one of their biggest hits.
Album
The track was included in Die Ärzte's studio album named "Das ist nicht die ganze Wahrheit" (This is not the whole truth) which was released in 1988.
Original Version
An original version of the song was released as a single in May 1988 followed by an extended play in June the same year.
Music Video
The song's music video was shot in Westerland on the island of Sylt. It featured the band members engaging in various vacation activities.
Controversy
"Westerland" was briefly banned by the Norddeutscher Rundfunk broadcasting corporation because they thought it was commercial for the Island of Sylt.
Live Performances
"Westerland" has been performed at nearly every concert by the band since its release which demonstrates its popular demand among the fans.
Song Style
The song showcases the band's trademark style of combining punk rock music with humorous, often politically oriented lyrics.
Chart Performance
The song also made it to the German Singles Chart and peaked at number 27.
Cover Versions
Several artists and bands including "Puhdys," "Hot Banditoz," and "Misfits" have covered the song "Westerland."

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