Rammstein Vs. Rammstein, Mein Herz Brennt - A Classical Musician’s First Listen and Reaction

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Aww, poor little sleepyheads, Till is out to scare you! Actually, I’d call this a “grown-ups version” of the classic Sandman… rather dark for little tots, but intensely colorful and complex for “grown-ups”!
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[@OXespetado]

This is exctly what i love abut singers/musitians reactions to songs, pesonaly i dont know anyting abut music, i know if it feels rigth, i know it sounds rigth, and i know if i like the song. Watching you listening to a song two in this video , and learning why i like the song, that, from someone who knows what they are talking abut, its a lot more than a reaction It is a sevice! Thank you Amy! Thank Vlad! behind that camera, I know you are most likely jumping on youy chair in expectation, never knowing what new things you will learn abut a song you alredy knew and probably love, I am, when I see that tile and start the video. I belive we all are.

[@user-ih5jr8rt5q]

no she doesn't know wtf she is doing you ever appreciate a song by stopping it and hearing yourself talk about it for minutes on end before resuming it to then pause and talk about? she doesn't know the first thing about music appreciation

[@Kosake82]

@@user-ih5jr8rt5q The whole point of the video is her talking about the song and her reaction. If you want to listen to Rammstein then go and listen to Rammstein instead of reaction videos.

[@Argentum_Rex]

@@user-ih5jr8rt5q There is always a hater.

[@user-ih5jr8rt5q]

@@Argentum_Rex awww simple brain can't comprehend so goes dismissive nonsense "derrrderrr" the level of intellect of those that believe this sort of listening is okay

[@JoeBlow_4]

Rammstein is a very deep rabbit hole to explore.

[@uztre6789]

I think important to point out that Rammstein didn't just take the children's character of the Sandmann and turned him evil, there's a 19th century horror short story by E.T.A. Hoffmann who already portrayed the Sandmann as a monster who steals children's eyes in their sleep. It's more likely actually based on that.

[@leticiacampos1044]

Yes. Hoffmann's story is horribly underrated.

[@killermetalwolf2843]

that must be where the american perspective of the sandman comes from, as i think every time ive seen it referenced in american media, its always evil or at least dark.

[@uwemarquardt9818]

speaking of Erlkönig, you should listen to Rammsteins "Dalai Lama", it's their version of Erlkönig. One of my favourite songs by them.

[@boretti1307]

There are many rock versions of Erlkönig. My favorite is by Sequester kzbin.info/www/bejne/joatdqugmN-me7ssi=bZsE_b37p22jWATa

[@BigEdWo]

my fav song too.

[@brianbruno2882]

One of my fab too

[@greeensmoker8607]

I never listen to this song, but i think i have to 😮

[@Always-fd7pk]

Love this song, it's terribly underrated

[@FlibbidyFleu]

The harp playing was excellent! It would be wonderful to hear you play a full version along with the song!

[@martinhelgren]

The piano version video is actually pretty sad, insane and terrifying at the same time...

[@jovana_r]

Oh Amy, what a beautiful surprise this was! 🖤 I didn't expect to see Rammstein on the channel in any near future, but I am so happy to see it! So, thank you! You made my day! 🥰 I am really glad that you listened to both versions. They are very different but both very worth of paying attention to, in my opinion. And also, as you've said, they show the variety and the huge immagination of the band, which is definitely one of the signatures of Rammstein. That immagination of theirs has taken me to so many different places and moods. And they are simply all that I musically need in my life. They feed all my senses and fullfill every my musical desire. I love both versions of this song but if I have to choose the one that I prefer it would be the original/album version. And, btw, my phone ringtone is the chorus of this song, so if anyone hears it, it's me, feel free to say hello. 😂🖤

[@arnodobler1096]

Hello 😉

[@jovana_r]

​​@@arnodobler1096Hey, hey 😂🤟

[@LeeKennison]

I am really happy for you Jovana that Amy has returned to your favorite band of all time. I think she has found more to appreciate in Rammstein than just about any other metal band she has done.

[@jovana_r]

@@LeeKennison Yes, I hope so. I would completely understand if she didn't like them at all, but since she liked "Ohne Dich" and then appreciated even "Deutschland", then I cannot help but being hopeful that she'll become a fan one day. 😂 Anyway, I am so happy for this reaction. And, I forgot to write that, but I can't wait to hear that harp cover! 🥰

[@fashionkiller11]

Since you mentioned the "Erlkönig": Rammstein have a song called "Dalai Lama", which is heavily inspired by the Erlkönig poem by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It's an extremely cinematic song and features some of Till's most intense performances. I am sure you would love it, and it would make for an awesome video :)

[@DigitalProphet]

Amy listening to Rammstein is maybe my favorite thing on this channel.

[@xxJOKeR75xx]

The Sandman from German television brings dreams to the children. Rammstein did the Nightmare version.

[@fixzeichner5592]

Thank you for the profound and knowledgeable analysis and your sympathetic manner. I find it interesting that you mention Goethe's "Erlkönig". Rammstein also made a modern version of it called "Dalai Lama".

[@jovana_r]

Yes, I wanted to mention it in my comment, but I forgot. Thank you for mention it yourself. "Dalai Lama" would be on of many Rammstein songs that I'd introduce to Amy, even though it's not among most popular ones.

[@fixzeichner5592]

@@jovana_r 115 / 5.000 For me, Dalai Lama is one of the best Rammstein songs. Of course, you shouldn't listen to it on a flight.

[@jovana_r]

@@fixzeichner5592 It is among my 40 favourite Rammstein songs. And it means that I LOOOVE it. I am just obsessed by them and the list of the songs I adore is very long. Btw, their less popular songs are sometimes the best ones. I'd include there few of my top songs, like "Morgenstern", "Lügen", "Hilf Mir"... well, the list goes on. And yes, folks, don't listen to "Dalai Lama" if you plan to travel by plane in the near future! 😂

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

One of the best songs I've heard in many years. She needs to see the video for the piano version. It's art

[@josephinecorichi5219]

I’d love it if you reviewed Nina Hagen and Apocalyptica’s rendition of Rammstein’s Seemann. Sooo much to unpack, and such a fantastic track.

[@samael7867]

That would be awesome! nina by herself is a rabbithole to dive into :)

[@TheViralInfekT]

Great reaction 😊 Rammstein has always been a art project first and music band second. Their videos and songs did belong together and are top notch. Especially the video to the piano version. The first time watching has been a memorable moment in my life.

[@LeeKennison]

I enjoyed your reaction to both of these performances. They provided an interesting contrast. I am glad that you have grown to appreciate Rammstein's music, and found things to like in both versions. Unless I'm forgetting another metal band, I think Rammstein has probably been the metal band you have appreciated the most. I think it is legit to call the piano version a cover. Although I think "reimagined" or "retake" are better ways to describe it, since it was reworked a fair amount. Loved the harp accompaniment. It really worked well with the piano version. Would love a harp cover. Great reaction!

[@evazauner]

thanks so much for your reaction! the story is from E.T.A.Hoffmann, the sandman. also in offenbachs "hoffmanns erzählungen"is the sandman a figure. and you should see both official videos!

[@gabrielAcosta.-jn3un]

The piano version makes me cry. The melody of piano es precuious, and Till's interpretation is perfect. Greetings from Argentina. Great Channel!♥

[@spring_in_paris]

Such a good reaction. I love when professionell trained musicians analyse a piece of music respectively a song from my favorite band. I've listened to the songs dozens of times and yet your trained ear detect little nuances that add to my hearing perception when I listen to the song afterwards. And I cannot unhear it afterwards. Brilliant. With love from Germany ❤🤘🏻

[@iwantmyvanback]

I absolutely love this song. It was always one of my favorite Rammstein pieces. I appreciate your reaction!

[@refnar8772]

I think we all would love to see your cover on the harp! Great so see you coming back to Rammstein again.

[@fatimaerdogan8193]

They perfectly nail the feeling of angst to fall asleep in fear of, what will happen in the dreams. The first version is in that moment, the piano version is remembering in an age being over that fear. I guess it's around five years of age... that's 57 years ago for me, and I don't remember the dreams; but the feeling I can recall hearing that song. In this and "Ohne Dich" they are masters of emotion and use of the German language!

[@robertpetre9378]

Thank you for reacting to my favourite Rammstein song. Til Linderman definitely shows his operatic side with this song very dramatic and over the top.

[@corpsetime]

Rammstien videos are something to behold.

[@Rednosei]

Great analysis of the two Songs! 👍 I liked the use of the harp, it fits in well!

[@frailangel2000]

May God bless you! (for the sneeze) Nice reaction.

[@hellboy2676]

25:30 Fun fact: Rammstein made their own version of "Erlkönig", it's called "Dalai Lama". I would love to see you reacting to it, it's a great song.

[@dawatcherz]

i hope you will also watch the music videos. in the video for the piano version the main character is a sad character, but that's not apparent in the audio only. and it would be very cool to hear some of their songs played on a harp 😀

[@Ayaati]

Based on the video I was always left with an interpretation of "I reluctantly give children nightmares to prepare them for the horrors of the world..."

[@michaelfrank2266]

Love Rammstein. They take deutsch and make it sound like Vincent Price on steroids. Another of my favorites is 'Reise Reise' You might enjoy that tune also. Edit: gesundheit Amy :D

[@mp6713]

Wonderful. This Analysis was great. This is the Virgin Rock which i love. Thank you Amy and Vlad.

[@magyargabor7537]

Thanks for the reaction! If you want to scare a lot you should watch the piano cover with the official movie (clip)

[@PaiMei667]

Fun Fact: In June 2004, Mercedes-Benz launched an advertisement campaign for their new SLK-Class series. The commercial, which used instrumental portions of the song, was titled "Clouds" and directed by Nicolai Fuglsig. The spot shows two riled 'cloud gods' challenging the driver of the Mercedes-Benz R171. The ad was distributed with three different durations (40, 60 and 90 seconds), but there is also a full-length cut.

[@moldytaco]

THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG EVER I am SO HAPPY YOU DID THIS SONG. !!!

[@j_vasey]

Your harp is amazing. So much so I believe you ought cover/collab with whoever to make a version, wouldn’t be surprised if he has the time that Till would be involved. Need to hear that LP behind you let loose too one day, definitely a rammstein guitar. Landers has a signature model I believe.

[@Miwna]

Love me some Rammstein, they have so many great songs. I want to recommend a song for your cover series: Till Lindemann together with the Finnish cello rock band Apocalyptica. They recorded a cover of David Bowie's song Heroes, the German version of course.

[@robertoeduardoguerreromora9765]

a great piano and Amys version... big gracias!

[@EddieReischl]

Mein herzlicher Dank. Even though I like how they handled the string parts in the original, short stabs of strings (think Kashmir), which work well with rock music, I prefer the piano version, the contrast is starker for me, the lullaby-like quality of the piano versus Till's voice. I also thought your harp fit really well with the song too, I look forward to hearing a version on the harp. It's the prerogative of an older brother to try and scare the bejeezus out of his little brother (I was the little brother) telling stories before everyone says gute nacht. This song does that very well.

[@TheErazar]

So glad you did both versions! P.S. Where do I click additional like for the play-along?

[@iamturok2294]

always love your reaction.

[@dawatcherz]

i always love your take on rammstein songs!

[@armandthevagabond8641]

Speaking of cinematic, the original song was indeed featured on a movie soundtrack for the movie Lilja 4-ever.

[@faust82]

That is a fantastic and absolutely harrowing film. The scene where this song is used followed me for years, where I couldn't listen to the song without also re-experiencing the anger and sadness from watching the movie.

[@armandthevagabond8641]

@@faust82 I agree, that movie haunted me for a long time. It is one of the very few movies that made me feel sick to my stomach, I just can muster it, and the fact that this song is connected to it is something I will never be able to forget.

[@nathanrodriguez914nr]

Great job with the harp. Sort of showing off, but it does fit beautifully. Adds even more of a lullaby feel.

[@wildwine6400]

Many many Rammstein songs are essentially little stories. Till always changes up his voice to suit the story, makes it very engaging instead of just singing.

[@spokedtoosoon]

I just found your channel, very much enjoying your videos. If I may be bold enough to make a band suggestion for you to listen/react to I would recommend the band: Sleep Token. Perhaps their song Chokehold or The Summoning? Their music has odd time signatures and a lot of juxtaposition. Would be very interesting to hear a classical musician's take on it. Thanks!

[@spokedtoosoon]

also if someone told me that today I'd be listening to a harpist jam along to Rammstein I'd not believe them. Beautiful music!

[@joachimgajda1806]

Wow, you are truly unique. 😍 The seriousness, depth and perspectives with which you face music are impressive. On top of that, you interpret the song in a new way and bring in new ideas. I don't have any musical talent but thanks to you I can see more details of the song now. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us 👍

[@NoerLuin]

Would have loved to see you talk about the music video for the piano version. It really adds another layer to it in my opinion.

[@michaelfinck7487]

Virgin Rock does a great job. But when she said Rammstein is dark, I had to laugh. That's really not big news. 🙂 By the way "My Heart Burns" is one of Rammstein's friendlier songs. The song's lyrics involve a narrator describing the terrors of nightmares. The opening line of the song's intro and chorus ("Now, dear children, pay attention. I have brought something for you") is taken from the German children's TV Show "Mr Sandman", which provided children with a "nice" bedtime story. The song's narrator appears as a much more darker version of this character. In this video, the character of the Sandman is played by Melanie Gaydos a famous model. Melanie Gaydos has suffered from a rare genetic defect since she was born: Her head is bald, her teeth and nails are malformed. She first appears to a sleeping Richard Kruspe, triggering nightmares and sending him into a state of agony. Meanwhile, Till terrorizes the complex of Beelitz-Heilstätten (military hospital of the Imperial German Army and Adolf Hitler recuperated there after being wounded in the first world war), which acts as an orphanage. He kidnaps the orphans and places them in a cage located in the main bathroom. A female warden attempts to defend the children with a shotgun, but Till overpowers her. The warden appears in the video both young (Viktorija Bojarskaja) and old (Anna von Rüden), while Till remains the same age, indicating immortality and paranormal abilities. While guarding the orphans, Till takes a grotesque, insect-like form with an elongated head and fingers. The children are then used in various examinations and surgeries with the rest of the band playing the doctors. The female warden is also seen assisting them in her younger form. One of the surgeries sees a child's tears extracted through a syringe, which is then vaginally injected by the Sandman. The Sandman is also subject to examinations by the doctors, as Paul H. Landers is seen giving her a gynecological examination. She later walks in a dress shielding two small children, possibly indicating that the tears are involved in a form of In vitro fertilisation. While Till is away from the main bathroom, the children (portrayed by the rest of the band as disheveled adults) escape from their cage and the orphanage. This causes Till to tear out and consume his own heart while the Heilstätten is engulfed in an inferno. The video ends with the liberated walking away from the building, while the chorus of the piano version plays in the background, signalling the video of the piano version as an afterword. (Wikipedia) The song "my heart burns" is the film score for "Lilja 4-ever". A film about child prostitution. That's why you could interpret the text based on this film. In the film, girls from Russia lured to Sweden in the hope of a better life, in which a young and attractive man promises her heaven there: "Dear children, take care, I am the voice from the pillow" Then the sentence "Tore it out of my chest, I can imagine that she died inside every time she was raped. Since the rapes happen under cover of the night, this motif comes up frequently in the song. They steal your hot little tears, The film is a nightmare and it leaves a feeling of emptiness and powerlessness ...

[@bafumat]

The art value is high in this band. Have fun.

[@donorush]

Your harp accompaniment was phenomenal!

Nice analysis! I also really like the harp playalong! I would reccomend though that you listen to original versions rather than to video versions if you are not watching the video anyways. Video versions often contain sound effects and I think they usually have the less pleasant listening experience. This video version for example misses a very nice guitar solo near the end! If you want to listen to more Rammstein, I would recommend Frühling in Paris because I think you like to listen to pieces from a band that differ a lot from another to experience the variety of music that a band has to offer and Frühling in Paris shows a happy side of Rammstein that wasn't there in the three pieces you have listened to. I would also recommend the song Mutter because it has an interesting and for a modern piece rather complex chord progression (although I'm not sure if that convinces you because you didn't like the harmonies of Total Eclipse of the Heart which I think is also relatively complex for modern music). Anyways, it's a very nice ballad.

[@hedlund]

I'm a total sucker for good writing, and "Ein heller Schein am Firmament" leading into "mein Herz brennt" has always hit me _right_ in the feels. Edit: Also, Rammstein on harp is yes.

[@cw3058]

Never have I ever seen anyone start to jam on a harp to Rammstein, that and the informative commentary has earned you a sub, fucking Rock and roll

[@Maarten_Bondzio]

Speaking about "Erlkonig": Rammstein's song "Dalai Lama" is an adaptation of that Goethe poem, in a modern setting (on an airplane). Would be interesting to see you react to that one ;)

[@wildwine6400]

The piano version, I'd recommend seeing with the music video too. It's very stripped back, its just Till on his own. The normal version has a lot going on.

[@GrimrDirge]

I am so excited for this.

[@kencawley3121]

If you want a fuller picture of Rammstein, you should watch one of their concert films. Not for the easily shocked or offended though.

[@samael7867]

To me, in the Piano version th "monster" sounded vulnerable, almost hurt, compaired to the original band version where "it" sounded way more demanding. both are beautifull pieces of art imho :) edit: i think we all would love to listen to a harp cover :)

[@alancaraway6023]

Great review! And I totally agree about the organ! Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor (BWV582) was the rock metal of the Baroque era!! Harp cover yes! Cello for the voice.

[@tomhynek5834]

There is a Piano album from their Pre Group ¨ ABELARD¨2 french Girls playing the songs on piano and it is actually very nice an emotional touching sound

[@viktoryurchenko756]

Good one! One of my favorite songs during my high school years. Here's an idea for the next review: Rhapsody - The Magic of the Wizard's Dream (feat. Christopher Lee) Please back me up someone. It should be spectacular. =)

[@wildwine6400]

I sure hope you do Zeit. That's another big ballad. Very expressive music and lyrically beautiful. The video is amazing too and really suits the song and really adds another layer.

[@andreadee1567]

What a good idea to compare these two versions directly. For me as a musically untrained person it was really interesting to get explained what you could hear. I am a visual person and of course I love the two music video they created to both versions. I would describe the first one to a horror that comes from outside and the second to a horror that comes from inside fears or: from your own pillow. If you think in the second version his voice is like overpowered by the piano, you are right, but perhaps you could watch what kind of power the video adds to it. What you are able to hear without watching the music video is stunning for me. Your ears seems to have eyes, too.

[@Bake-1]

Excellent versus ❣️

[@gl15col]

To me, the piano version is the voice of your big strong dad, who will protect you from anything ,with a tinkling piano as accompaniment...and then sings to you about all the creepy things that go bump in the night. Rammstein can pull off anything. And the band should add you, the harp just blended in beautifully.

[@ParalyticAngel]

I would love to her a harp version of this, lady.^^ And I guess even Till Lindemann would be amazed about such idea. Maybe you should talk with Till and hopefully we all got an official harp version of "Mein Herz brennt"?^^ I love your musical understanding and I see you play a lot of instruments and very well. Is there any track played or even arranged by you? I would love to hear them.

[@NJBaars]

Organ vs Gitar. Sure it’s different, but it CAN fill that same role. The power, the emotion conveyed. The bombast, at times. Glad to see I’m not alone in that experience.

[@greeensmoker8607]

14:35 bless you ❤ warm greetings from germany 😊 und die Harfe ist so ein wunderschönes Instrument 😮 Das vergisst man einfach viel zu schnell. Danke das du mich daran erinnerst hast 🙏❤️

[@30110CKs]

The piano version really needs to be seen with the character Till portrays on screen, it's a great performance peice.

[@faust82]

It absolutely feeds into what she said about the character being playfully sinister. There is a sense of a lost child turned into a twisted dark and sad character about Till's sandman.

[@christianwilliamson9752]

Maybe because my family has german roots I had heard and known about the sandman. I can't remember how but I knee as a child in the 70s. The sandman would drop.sand into our eyes to put us to sleep

[@arnodobler1096]

I would love to hear you play the song on the harp!

[@MetaLatias5]

25:29 Rammstein actually has a song with a similar premise XD Check out their song "Dalai Lama" It's about a father and his kid who're on a plane on their way home when the plane flies into a storm and the kid starts hearing voices in the storm, claiming what it's hearing is the ruler of the winds and that he's coming to take the kid away. The father ends up getting so scared that he holds onto his child so hard he squeezes the life out of it and its soul rides off with the winds

[@DeathEyedGrin]

This song sounds beautiful with the harp.

[@jonathancapps1103]

"...this is going to go in my list of covers to create...." I would really enjoy hearing your interpretations of rock songs that interest you. Which reminds me: there s a harpist on YT who has videos of her experimenting with various guitar pedals. You might find it interesting. I don't remember the channel's name, but I expect that it would not be difficult to find.

[@vine6053]

You need to listen to the album version, it has a great guitar solo

[@wildwine6400]

Yeah it's a shame that the official video drops the solo just to repeat the opening in its place

[@jovana_r]

Yes, that's my favourite version of the song mainly because of that guitar. Very simple but very effective in my opinion.

[@grabtharshammer]

I agree this is dark. Listening to the second version with you, without any video is interesting and I can understand what you are thinking. But when you say it is not as scary as the first version, then you should now watch the Piano version with the accompanying video showing Till in character. I think you may change your mind about how scary it is

[@BigEdWo]

i do not know it but will watch it right now.

[@BigEdWo]

du hattest recht. till ist einfach genial.

[@untergehermuc]

Yes, he is not a professional opera singer. But it’s still impressive for the normal person. :) I would love to revisit some of their songs, especially their songs who were covered by the godmother of punk, Nina Hagen. SHE had a professional education in classical music. Angela Merkel said that one of her punk peaces should be her goodbye songs. Nevertheless: if you want to react to her 1) naturträne : kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6nMZYJqh9ufpLMsi=DRWIF-oS-eUrmsaA 2. Rammstein-Cover: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rF68q5esoqlll7Msi=gmDJVhgVHMCkJJr8 3. Merkel kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIXYq4usgdBqd7Msi=6w3LQ8qncaCXHDLa

[@07headshot]

Fantastic analysis. Your disection of this song has enriched my listening experience. Rammstein challenge the German orthodoxy and go places with these masterpieces that other bands can't or won't do. They are now a Mega band. Thank you.

[@coldblade666]

Glad I got to see your reaction video before their label inevitably flags it and takes it down. They have a tendency to block videos that include their original music. For your sake, I hope it stays up!

[@JakobFischer60]

The video has a more dramatic history. They made a first verison with a spanish director with very disturbing visuals. But in the end they did not really like it and did not publish it. Years later they filmed some more parts and this is the version we have now. The film was shot at an old east german abandoned hospital which looks really creepy.

[@jenniferwettervik4495]

100% agree that organ and electric guitar have the same feeling!!!

[@Birdienamnam07]

There is a German term that describes Rammstein: „Gesamtkunstwerk“. A piece of art that only in its completeness shines to its absolute glory. While one can analyze each aspect of Rammstein separately - the music, the lyrics, the theatrics and their videos - and finding positives and negatives in each, only by putting all these aspects together really creates the whole „Rammstein experience“ and their immense uniqueness. While I am always happy to see Rammstein reviews on this channel, I can’t help that something is missing without either a live performance or a video clip streaming along. Compared to other artists - every single segment somewhat falls short in comparison (maybe not their lyrics and video productions - but you will find more virtuos instrumentals and, despite uniqueness of Till‘s voice, there are more versatile and wide ranged singers - the point is all these, maybe minor but existing, short comings are working perfectly in the Rammstein narrative and one would never want to change a thing).

[@juanjoseescanellas3798]

I liked the analysis.

[@kre_dopeprod.3766]

Thanks for playing

[@nigeldepledge3790]

" . . . organ with all the stops pulled out kind of sound," An organ with *all* the stops pulled out would be quieter than an organ running purely on its loudest stops. The reason for this is that the quieter stops don't add much volume to the sound, but they do deprive the louder stops of air. Thus, the loudest pipes would not be sounding at their full volume because they're not getting the amount of airflow they were designed to use.

[@SirMoribund]

I enjoy the piano version better than the original. The music video that accompanies it is chilling.

[@IliaSalomatin]

please, please, PLEASE! Rammstein Zeit!

[@BayushiTawa]

Well... Now you have to see the videoclip of the piano version... "Things like "Playfull nightmare" or "receeding" are spot on... Great analysis, waiting for that harp cover! PD: next Rammstein song: "Zeit" (with videoclip)

[@marcoweijers7474]

You must doing the piano version very different but I think you will love it!

[@alphaomega2117]

It's worth checking out their videos and live performances especially Engel from MSG and Du Hast from Paris as the visuals are such a enormous part of the whole presentation.

[@sytax1]

you need to see the videos from both versions. it will give you total different vibes ...... greetings

[@Appleblade]

You're right, more mystery than terror in this song. The demons et al. press the child's hot tears into Sandman's cold veins (I guess cellar beings are cold) and they reach his heart and make it burn. It's not even that he's upset about it... just letting the children know what bizarro world nighttime is. lol

[@pc4718]

Bahaha, "a whole armada of tanks coming at you" is the most perfect description of Rammstein. Brilliant!

[@Carwash05]

I am following your journey through the world of rock music with great interest. The series about Pink Floyd was exquisite. I would be interested to know your reaction to a part of rock music that is largely unknown outside of Germany. the rock music from the eastern part of Germany. This is what you draw rch very lyrical lyrics with a hidden longing for freedom. The music is very diverse and most of the musicians had training in the musical field. Auch Rammstein hat seine Wurzeln in Ostdeutschland ostdeutsche

[@ryantromp9152]

Nice, now you own us this song with you playing the harp. 😂😂

[@santiagolopez953]

Creo que ahora, todos queremos tu cover...

[@Treveljan]

watching your video, and reading through the comments, I believe that if you're thinking about listeing to a nother Rammstein song (in the future of course), it should be Dalai Lama :) It really is fascinating, that you brought up Erlkönig...

[@robertpatrick5861]

I think the second piano version really needs the video.

[@bocasascosas7167]

Recently discovered your videos and I'm really enjoying your analysis, I recommend you to listen to zemfira (Russian rock singer and compositer), you will probably love her, specially I recommend her song "infinity" (can't write it in Russian)

[@j_vasey]

The piano version is beautiful. However the initial version is great but beautiful beats greatness in this instance imo. I have waited for sooo long for you to get to this. IT SCARES YOU “!!! OK ok I’m scared. Ha I did jump slightly at that point. After describing Schubert

[@christianwilliamson9752]

You need to watch the video for the piano version. It adds a lot to the experience

[@alanmurta216]

There is a third Rammstein version of this song, with piano and no voice. In fact they released a full album featuring many of their established songs as piano-only versions.