Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. for Love)

Modern Talking

About Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. for Love)

Atlantis is Calling (S. O. S. for Love) is Modern Talking's second single released from the third album, Ready for Romance, and it is their fifth (and last) consecutive single to reach No. 1 on the German single chart. "Atlantis is Calling (S. O. S. for Love)" was released in Germany and in other European territories on 28 April 1986, it peaked at No. 1 in Germany on 16 June 1986 after spending two weeks at No. 2 position. The single spent four weeks at the top and total of 14 weeks on the top-100. While "Atlantis is Calling (S. O. S. for Love)" entered the top-5 in Switzerland, Austria and Sweden, it managed to enter the top-10 in The Netherlands and Norway. 


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Lady, I know it will hurt you
But it's much harder to ignore
There is a chance and I promise
I won't hurt you anymore

Hollywood nights, we're romancin'
You can trust me anytime
Somewhere, oh babe, there is someone
Oh, you're dancin' in my mind

Oh, oh, oh, little queenie
I'm your fool, come on
Teach me the rules
I will send an S.O.S. for love
Oh, oh, oh, little queenie
I'm your fool, you need love

Like I do
I will send an S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling from the stars above
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, it's too hot to stop

If loving you is wrong, babe
Oh, I don't wanna be right
I've got you under my skin, babe
Oh, baby, hold me tight
I'm ready for our romance
I wait a million years for you
I love you more than I'm sayin'
Baby, that's for me the truth

Oh, oh, oh, little queenie
I'm your fool, come on
Teach me the rules
I will send an S.O.S. for love
Oh, oh, oh, little queenie
I'm your fool, you need love
Like I do
I will send an S.O.S. for love

Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling from the stars above
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, it's too hot to stop

Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling from the stars above
Atlantis is calling, S.O.S. for love
Atlantis is calling, it's too hot to stop

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Modern Talking

Modern Talking was a German synthpop duo consisting of Thomas Anders and Dieter Bohlen. Their music has often been classified as Europop. They have been referred to as Germany's most successful pop duo, and have had a number of hit singles, reaching the top five in many countries. Some of their most popular and widely known singles are "You're My Heart, You're My Soul", "You Can Win If You Want", "Cheri, Cheri Lady", "Brother Louie", "Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. for Love)" and "Geronimo's Cadillac". more »

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Written by: DIETER BOHLEN

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12 facts about this song

Genre
"Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. For Love)" is a song from the synth-pop genre, characterized by a focus on synthesizers, drum machines, and programmed beats.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 1 in Germany and Switzerland. It lasted ten weeks within the top 10 in Germany, six of those weeks at the number one spot.
Album
It was released as a part of the album "In The Middle of Nowhere", Modern Talking's fourth studio album.
Release Date
The song was released in 1986 and became one of the biggest hits of the year in several countries around the globe.
Musicians
This song was performed by Modern Talking, which consists of the duo Thomas Anders and Dieter Bohlen.
Music Video
The music video for "Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. For Love)" features twin brothers Ronny and Benny Golle.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of the song are about a fictional tragic love story that supposedly happened in the lost city of Atlantis.
Sales
In Germany, the song was certified Gold for sales achieving over 250,000 units.
Song Duration
The official album version of the song has a duration of 3 minutes and 48 seconds.
Producers
The song was produced by Dieter Bohlen, who is also one of the members of the duo Modern Talking.
Remixes
"Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. For Love)" has been remixed multiple times over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
Cultural Impact
Owing to its catchy tune and memorable lyrics, the song has become an iconic work in the discography of Modern Talking, and is often played at retro-styled parties and music events across the world.

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