Vocal Coach Analysis of RAMMSTEIN - "Mein Herz Brennt" is so POWERFUL because...

[@m.l.703]

This are the lyrics in english ;) My heart is burning Now, dear children, pay good attention I’m the voice coming from the pillow I brought something with me I teared it out of my chest With this heart I have the power To blackmail your eyelids I sing until the day awakens A bright light on the firmament My heart is burning They’re coming for you at night Demons, ghosts, dark fairies They’re crawling out of the cellar shaft And will see through your bedding Well, dear children, pay good attention I’m the voice coming from your pillow I brought something with me A bright light on the firmament My heart is burning My heart is burning They’re coming for you at night And steal your tiny, hot tears They wait until the moon awakens And press them into my cold veins Well, dear children, pay good attention I’m the voice coming from your pillow I’ll sing until the dawn of day A bright light on the firmament My heart is burning

[@allfunnydogsstories2129]

Danke mein Schatz 😊

[@m.l.703]

@@allfunnydogsstories2129 you´re welcome :)

[@trokoshea1]

The magic of understanding nothing at all. Then, the magic of understanding it all. You MUST have both, always. ;-)

[@GrotesqueSmurf]

Ein paar Sachen hätte man besser übersetzen/formulieren können. Aber schonmal ein guter Ansatz.

[@lenepuntervold6177]

In this song erpressen means to press down the eyelids to make the kids go to sleep. Not to blackmail them.

[@thevoid8114]

I think checking out the full band version would be interesting too. Definitely a different feel in that one

[@karlrobinson3608]

Agreed, it would be interesting to see how close she thinks she got to the story depicted in that version

[@WhatAboutZoidberg]

The string instruments just hit so hard in that version.

[@igorparanoiac64]

100% agree, that is a whole different song

[@chileanhut4508]

Yup, especially “Du Hast”

[@RenatoAlcantara-yd2ts]

Also, check the lyrics...it will make alot more sense ...

[@aigleincomments9532]

For everybody who's interested. The video was filmed in the Beelitz Heilstätten, (near Potsdam Germany) once a clinic for the treatment of lung diseases. The room with the T-shaped recess is the former bathhouse.

[@Cauldronb0rn]

Ah that makes sense. I assumed it was some kind of church baptism pool. Simple entrance and enough space for a person to lay down.

[@Appleblade]

...is the former bathhouse, conveniently shaped like Rammstein's logo. (Fixed it for you ;)

[@JackNapierDe]

The location was also used as a set for Netflix' 1899

[@samuelsamenstrang6069]

Interesting

[@krccmsitp2884]

Scenes for Roman Polansik's “The Pianist” and Bryan Singer's “Valkyrie” were also filmed in the abandoned sanatoriums.

[@matthewgoodA1206]

I want to give Till credit for portraying such a dark and tragic figure, that could step onto any theatre stage. And also for one of the creepiest smiles of all time.

[@dwarfgrumpy]

Keep in mind this is atypical of rammstein

[@Sam-uu2nx]

Keep in mind. Vocalist may as well be a rapist. Row 0. That's all I gotta say.

[@colmortimer1066]

This was the first song I heard of theirs, and even though it is wildly different from other songs, I have many I love as much. Often, if I find something different from a band's usual style I will not like the usual stuff, but Rammstein really pulls off a lot of great songs, over many eras, as they evolved even. They just always seemed to have good songs coming out, and never peaked nor got stale as other bands seem to.

[@jackt883]

Yessssss! You're onto Rammstein!! Please try Mutter! And Stein Um Stein, Ich Tu Dir Weh, and Seemann. 😀😀😀 These are THE BEST band I have seen live. Absolutely INCREDIBLE live performances with about 2 million watter of amp power. There were people reporting they could hear the concert from 10 miles away.

[@larryc3860]

Lolli, here's my take on this incredible performance: 'Nun liebe Kinder, gebt fein Acht' = Now dear children, pay attention........'Ich bind die Stimme aus dem Kissen' = I am the voice from the pillow'..........Till portrays the "Sandman" (a character in a German kids' show), who has the power to deliver children from the monsters in their nightmares OR allow their terror to continue until the 'bright light shines from Heaven' in the morning ( ein heller Schein am Firmament ).....while terrifying, the Sandman actually cares for children, which explains the sadness and tears while he sings......and why his smile is so painful.......'Mein herz brennt' = my heart burns..........Till is a theatrical master ..........

[@Gravey91]

I think it's more based on the dark short story of The Sandman by Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann

[@larryc3860]

@@Gravey91 possibly....as far as I know, Till has not commented publicly about his inspiration for this performance....thanks for the Hoffmann reference

[@RustyDust101]

Yes, the "Nun, liebe Kinder, gebt fein acht..." / "Now, dear children, take good attention..." is/was a very traditional intro to many Sandmann/sandman fairy tales on TV as well as the even older Kasperletheater/ puppet theater shows in Germany. Like anything Rammstein Till Lindemann works masterfully with the multiple meanings in German yet also including very subtle changes on the traditional material.

[@larryc3860]

@@RustyDust101 thanks for your comments......I agree, Till's characterization of the "Sandman" reflects the duality of meaning in the lyrics......his interpretation is both chilling and completely memorable

[@algislorian]

I would love to see more of your Rammstein videos. Deutchland (music Video), Zeit (music video), DU Hast (Live in Paris) are some of their bestest songs. You're gonna appreciate not only their creepiness, but their talent, creativity and truly bold ideas. Love your Channel!

[@froschfreak1699]

This was the most entertaining and informative reaction to this piece I have seen until now. I love both versions of it, the piano and the official. Thanks for a great reaction.

[@ldavies55]

This might be the best, most in depth reaction to this masterpiece on KZbin! Thank you!

[@CyberBeep_kenshi]

This is a rare masterpiece. Just goes to show how good Flake is in qriting the music, and that other people can elevare it even more. And the acting skills of Till are just outstanding. Also, smiiiile ;-)

[@justinclaus5787]

I love her energy when she critiques good songs

[@almost_harmless]

Wha I have always liked about Rammstein is that they actually make melodies in their songs (or what I think of as melodies) and even though hard and rough, they have a sense of hurt, sadness and fragility in quite a lot of them. Engel, Sonne, Seemann etc.

[@strummer3162]

"It definitely didn't used to be like a cupcake shop... I hope," is one of my favourite things said by any human ever. I needed some time to recover from that, haha thank you!

[@saynotohookups]

This made me think of the lady in Italy who after she killed her victims used the fat and blood from the bodies to make cupcakes that she not only ate herself but served to others. You will find it on KZbin if you search.

[@kennethriddle433]

This song always makes me sad. He's portraying the Sandman. He takes all the evils that befall children at night into himself and burns them in his heart, but doing so gives him a terrifying visage, so the very one's he protects are afraid of him. This is a lament. He want's things to be different, but knows they can't be. But regardless of his anguish, "Mein Herz Brennt", he will do his job anyway.

[@AndreaDrmGiuliano]

I really, deeply love this piece. ♥

[@xrecec]

This is your first contact with Rammstein? Interesting. BTW love how much effort you put into editing, your sense of humour and great explanations of music theory and vocal stuff. Keep up the good work!

[@fineflavour4493]

Rammstein is a HUGE rabbit hole... "Donaukinder" is an older song and recommended quite seldom, but i think it's really worth a try.

[@Andy_from_de]

Always fun to see someone get their first dose of Rammstein. Hopefully not the last 🙂

[@MtheHell]

It's my favorite Till Lindemann work of art. (I intentionally don't write "Rammstein", because the piano version is 'pure Till' and the piano). I love the emotional power that is delivered with voice and picture. 🤡😶‍🌫This video is extraordinary and not an everyday version for easy listening. Thank you for choosing it and for your super-interesting analysis! 🥰

[@maskmedusa]

Excellent. Don't forget this is Rammstein's ode to Sprechgesang ("spoken singing") and Sprechstimme ( "spoken voice"), which Till does extremely well. You should check out "Deutschland", for something much heavier, and historically and culturally intense.

[@GuysDiskruncker]

Definetely one of the best analysis and reaction videos on this song/video. And I've seen a looot. Really impressive!

[@atinker7575]

enjoy Till, he is a rabbit hole all by himself

[@Greg1096]

Till and Maynard from tool are my absolute favorites, both give major "tortured artist" vibes and are total genius performers

[@MuckShuvlinMick]

I have been a fan of Rammstein for many years now!

[@iamburak]

Wow! I really impressed how professional you are. You are analysing every minor detail with your own style. I just subscribed and i would really like to watch your reaction to "Deutschland" clip. He has much clear tone in that song and video clip is probably best of Rammstein

[@katreifeva6892]

At the first time I saw "Rammstein" in the title of the video I IMMADIATELY CLICKED. I just love how that group reflects, represents things in their own way. I can suggest that you can react to RAMMSTEIN- ZEIT

[@riveraluciano]

THANK YOU!!! You are probably one of the first ones to actually explain, physically, what Till is doing with his voice while singing.

[@antivanti]

The beginning quotes an East German children's program called "Sandmänchen" They used to show a dubbed version on Swedish TV when I was a kid (John Blund)

[@germantoenglish898]

Much better than the West German Sandman.

[@antivanti]

@@germantoenglish898 Don't know if it's true but the rumor was always that they cut out some of the state communist propaganda when bringing it to Sweden. Don't know how much of that stuff was in there to begin with

[@VanezBane]

@@germantoenglish898 east or west doesn't matter, that asshat comes through your window and throws sand in your face! hated him since childhood

[@wochenendsonnenschein5853]

@@germantoenglish898 ... like "Ampelmännchen" 🤘

[@germantoenglish898]

@@wochenendsonnenschein5853 Yes! The Wessi ones were boring. lol

[@alexthorpe6583]

The band is known for their fiery live performances, and their cinematic music videos. This rare piano based version is a great showcase of Till Lindenman’s voice. Their songs are normally more industrial.

[@ryansmallwood1178]

Thankyou so much for analyzing all these vocal frequencies for us!

[@wochenendsonnenschein5853]

I wonder if Till knows that? 😁🤘

[@pietg.6249]

Sorry, but nobody needs it..

[@gt1man931]

This is a genuine piece of art. The other versions of this will never hit the same after listening to this.

[@davids.8909]

I've just watched three of your videos and I am wholehearthedly glad and just can't stop smiling. You bring such a cute and pure yet so professional and excited way of "just reacting" that we, the ones watching, leave with much more than what we came here with. More joy and warmth and genuine love of music, which is one of life's treasures. All the best to you and stay lovely!

[@TheFairyVoiceMother]

You are so kind, thank you so so much 💜

[@gospyro]

Thank you! What an incredible breakdown. Please don’t stop explaining what, how and why different chords are and do! There are so many things I love about this video and version of this song!

[@meisers.kletterecke]

i really hope she now goes into the rabbit hole called rammstein....they have so many great great songs.....can´t wait for more

[@shryggur]

It's _amazing_ to see a person so knowledgeable and passionate about music at the same time; what's more, you appear to have a wonderful personality. Thank you!

[@HiTekCowboy]

Wow. loved the breakdown and the examples of both piano chords with definitions and the spectrum analysis. Really spoke to my geek self!

[@fashionkiller11]

More Rammstein please :) I immediately enjoyed your personality and reaction.

[@TJP426]

Only "reactor" whose analyses I actually listen to. Analysis is golden for non-musical dummy.

[@DamnedEyez]

"I am having a terrific time." Yes, it's obvious. This was a fun one to watch, and quite educational. Thank you.

[@Zuerjelberger]

Thank you for the proper pronunciation! So many people seem not to even try. And how about checking out more Rammstein? Eg. Seemann and Engel are quite good ones from their earlier works.

[@Nathan-yk2le]

One if my favorite performances of all time, but is so atypical of the band. Loved your analysis, though!

[@anthonyyoung7595]

If you're going to do some more Rammstein (and I'm sure we'd all love that) a live version of Engel would be great. Full stage show is WILD

[@Greg1096]

I saw them perform live in the early 2000's and they put on one of tge best stage shows I've ever seen, so much fire and pyro on stage i thought i was going to have a sunburn from the 10th row 😊

[@S666GRJ]

The jokeresque smile is just perfect. His pronunciation of the R is awesome as well. I'd also recommend zaz ft till - le jardin des larmes, he sings in French and then German.

[@jinjerfyre]

Ooooh Rammstein, yippee, looking forward to it

[@Panthror]

As stated in the title of the video, this is the piano version by Sven Helbig. The original version, while starting out quite tame with Till doing his "speech-singing" (for lack of a better term) over some cellos, really starts rocking from the first chorus onward. Also, if you want some more piano + voice (and some drums) might I suggest: The Dresden Dolls - 'Girl Anachronism'

[@lkosev]

Thank you for this vocal and musical and also - emotional analysis… You are so good in this, I have subscribed to your channel right away, based on this video only! Thank you!

[@keftenseversell7046]

okay...you are totally a music nerd, have a total understanding of how music affects emotions and have COMPLETELY EXPLAINED WHY I FEEL THE WAY I DO WHEN I LISTEN TO MUSIC. Furthermore, you get really excited about it. I'm not so technically wise to music bits, but I know how I feel when I hear it and it just...drives me. Your energy, excitement, enjoyment of one of my favorite bands and total explanation of what makes me...feel...you've earned a new subscriber. Thank you so much!

[@pfeilchen]

If you intend to do more Rammstein in the future, i recommend getting a version with good english captions, since the lyrics are always the essence of the song. There are a few channels, that offer these versions. Everything else , melody, video or stage show is built around the words. Often these are deceptive and the band never gives a real hint towards the interpretation. What is typical for their art is the use of cultural references, both in lyrics and in visuals, a very considerate use of colours in the videos and a total lack of compromise. "Angst" would be a good choice, because the message is relatively clear and shows the typical sound better.

[@igorepshteyn9739]

Thank you for bringing something so unique.. I love this song and the guy is a great artist

[@k-lab_bbx]

Wooow the quality of your analysis videos really expands exponentially 🤯 I really love your videos so much, thank you for your hard work 🫴🏻💕

[@bastiangugu4083]

Another great Rammstein song is "Ohne Dich", the video is amazing, like most of their videos. And I would suggest giving a collaboration between ZAZ and Till Lindemann a listen, "Le jardin des larmes", a great but very untypical song. Very French, I think.

[@lotog692]

The song with ZAZ is great, absolutely recommended. The video, the singing and ZAZ has an interesting voice already, even w/o TIll (well, I like her voice, let's put it that way :)). Jup, you should watch this one. Interesting relationship in the video. :)

[@sdennisonthomas]

Recording Engineer here. Your break down of vocals is opening my brain to different concepts that are usually outside my forte. Thank you for all your beautiful insights.

[@Lancer4323]

Fairy magic diving deep this is gonna interesting, And just the Fairy for the job too. Hello Lolli.❤❤

[@romero1975]

It's so sweet to hear german words coming out of your mouth for the first time :)

[@Postma_hemzelf]

Once again a reallt great analysis! Just 2 more months to go and then I'm at Rammstein for the second time!! Can't wait!!

[@dlbwoodbury]

Thank you for this wonderfully nerdy analysis, combined with your usual enthusiasm for real art…❤

[@diamondflaw]

Yes! This was so great to watch and I loved the nerding out because it’s so interesting! Really glad you started here, and interested to see your take on the full band.

[@shirazzza]

He's the one that scares the bad dreams away!

[@tosa2522]

That's a really interesting analysis of the song. It was fun to watch.

[@katreifeva6892]

I'm so glad you finally showed up with some of Rammstein!! Really enjoying your analysing videos, you're really pointing out the important parts and all the techniques! I've been waiting for you to react to this beautiful, artistic group. To see Till's (lead singer) range and the group sync I could suggest you to react to Ich Tu Dir Weh concert from Rammstein, thank you!

[@EvaMetalhankle]

I'd suggest you to give a listen to "jardin de larmes" by ZAZ and Till Lindeman.

[@lexxkn100]

And Stirb Nicht Vor Mir feat Sharleen Spiteri

[@Nahuman]

Rammstein are so very surprising in their variety of artistic expression! I hope you can react to "Deutschland", as it is tonally more usual for their style, but there's a lot of undercurrents. They grapple with their relationship with Germany / Germania, with an emotional honesty that always impresses me deeply.

[@johnnynettles1733]

Is it just me or am I the only one that heart flutters uncontrollably when watching her videos? She's so informative and absolutely gorgeous. I could listen to her talk all day. Jeeeezzz my heart!🖤🖤🥵

[@noctoi]

Ooooh I'm so excited!! I've been waiting for you to find this one! 😀

[@THEmobius77]

Always enjoy your reactions! Was waiting for that smile :)

[@jjjakubsme]

incredible voice range ARCH ENEMY- REASON TO BELIVE 👌👌👌👌👌👌🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@neondaybreak]

I really enjoy your reactions and the analysis of all the vocal and instrumental nuances. You really help me understand and actually improve my singing ( which I only do in my car, lol) Keep it up!❤

[@dragonmac1234]

I love both versions of this song, but this is nightmare fuel with Till's creepy Joker like character. I first heard Du Hast six years ago, and I've been a fan since that first blast of power and pyrotechnics.

[@johnhorchler667]

It was 1998 for me Rock 🪨 🎸 and Roll 😊❤😊🛞

[@Vladonozes]

Please check out the full band version!!

[@mcrosi9460]

So for anyone interrested in the Summary of the text, he is basically singing from the few of the sandman, who gave everything, even his own heart to protect childrens dreams and warning them from the monsters that are comming for them. as he looses his strengh over time, and the phrase mein hertz brennt, or my heart is burning, is a refference to the sun comming up, as he is finally able to rest as a new day starts

[@trokoshea1]

I was rather insensitive to this version of Mein Hertz Brent (My Heart Burns) as I heard it many years after discovering the original. But today, you've definitely done a good job at educating me about the underlying interest still there. A warm thank you, mother. 🙂

[@thomash.5505]

You should definitely listen to "Seemann". First the original by Rammstein, and then the cover by Nina Hagen! She is a trained opera singer and at least as weird as Rammstein.

[@user-simmonst]

A great version of a great song. You reacted very similar to the way i did the first time I heard it. I love a good piano piece. Its a somewhat rare characteristic of a metal head like me but it is just the way i am . Thanks in part to you Lolli, I have become more ...open..to music that is more pretty as opposed to the more brutal stuff I have listened to most of my life. In fact, some of your songs have been added to my playlist. Oh yeah, and hello again gorgeous! Thank you for what you do and for what you have already done.

[@z400racerr910]

BTW, the dress is from the original video, the dress is worn by the demon that is terrorizing the kids in the hole in that room, there was a fence over it. The demon crawl sover it and makes the kids cry which is used to have the demon survive. If you look at the original video there is a lot of little easter eggs used in this video. Same room also was used in the original video. And the smile is a demon trying to pretend to smile while not knowing the meaning or reason behind it.

[@mikekelly5869]

Great channel! Your German pronunciation is fantastic, for someone who diesn't know any German.

[@brossjackson]

There are lots of good full rock band performances by Rammstein to react to, particularly the live ones which feature crazy pyrotechnics and so forth (the Madison Square Garden performance of "Engel" is a favorite). But what I am going to recommend most strongly is another creepy semi-classical Rammstein cover: Nina Hagen and Apocalyptica performing "Seemann".

[@paullya.4372]

You r the best at what you do! I know because this music I don't care for is brought to life by your analysis.

[@jonathanvince8173]

Wow this is an caustic version of this fantastic song I have never heard him sing like that before. Ramstein is one of the best and the lead is actually the Keyboard player of the ban. Amazing.

[@gbssurvivor130]

I absolutely LOVE your reviews!!! You are a hoot!!!

[@LJHacki]

Great Reaction. I saw every emotion in your Face. :) Try Rammlied or Ich tu dir weh from Rammstein. ;)

[@uncle_thulhu]

It's not the Joker. I *think* it's Neil Gaiman's Sandman. The song *is* about a very Teutonic version of the Sandman. He reminds me of the Sandman when he first escapes from captivity. I wouldn't normally recommend it for a Rammstein song, but do read a translation of the lyrics. They're still kind of creepy, but for different (not as bad) reasons.

[@crackersl464]

This is one of my favorite songs, and I've watched dozens of reactions to it. There are 2 types of reactions: 1. Those who feel their own reaction and emotions to the visuals and sounds (this video) 2. Those who empathize with the visuals and sounds, feeling what Til is feeling while singing and emoting (myself) I find that so interesting that not only can music elicit such strong emotions, but those emotions can vary so drastically between sadness/depression and fear/disgust.

[@lorgrenbenirus]

"Mein Herz Brennt", or "My Heart Burns". This performance is superb, I would recommend to check out also the band version of same song, it's quite a bit different. And those wounds are real, as it has been said, Till did them for this performance specifically. Talk about utter dedication to the art.

[@LordHarryWotton]

Interesting pick for your first Rammstein analysis. The Klavier (piano) songs are definitely softer like this. Since you like metal and nu-metal bands, or at least you seem to from your videos, I would recommend looking at Rammstein's other songs as well. I've been listening to them since the 90's and they're great. Their live performances even more so.

[@allfunnydogsstories2129]

Hello lovely Lolly ❤ Hoffentlich hast Du die Übersetzung 😊 Yep, there’s gonna be a bunch of Germans up in here 😊r

[@voiceover2191]

Rammstein also made a rock version of this song which actually is the original version, this was an arrangement by themselves.

[@Sfendo63]

I found this post from a user named ApeJezza 5y ago and would like to share. "I’m from Germany. I can tell you the truth about his scars. He has made these cuts on his arms and body for the piano version for mein Herz brennt. He wanted it like this for authencity. And he’s a really nice guy, met him a few times, it’s just art, how he wants it, he’s not mad or anything like that."

[@oilibhearbleinigh116]

Fell in love with this channel and I also love her🙏🙏🙏

[@radredmusic5865]

Definitely need to check out more Rammstein! A good transitional song from here that is not as heavy as their usual stuff, and happens to be one of my favorites of theirs, is Seeman.

[@MrDmarkv6]

The best live band in the world

[@Vulture2k]

Its fascinating how good you can mimic language you dont understand by just hearing it.

[@chiefgl1161]

Rammstein is one of 3 bands i would so dam much love to still see live.

[@Greg1096]

They were amazing when i saw them, even now 20+ years later its still my absolute favorite concert I've ever been to.

[@lisafish1449]

I hope you get the opportunity to see these guys. These are freaking amazing live.

[@kobra1282]

Hi. Rammstein is a Rock Band. You have only see one Video. Please make a reaction to Rammstein - Ich tu dir weh live in Madison Square Garden. You will see, Till can sing very high to. And the live performances of Rammstein are out of this world 😉

[@arnodobler1096]

My favorite Rammstein song and version! By the way, he gave himself the scars, he thought it would work better!

[@briancollis1809]

your visceral reactions as betrayed by your expressions are a joy

[@ÄltesterKunze]

This is a Till Lindemann Solo Project. Yes he is the Frontman of Rammstein and "Mein herz brennt" was written for Rammstein by Lindemann, but this here is far away from the Rammstein Version, like some more Songs in his Solo Project. If i am right.

[@adventuresinmusic2487]

Beautifully intense dark music. Excellent analysis. Especially liked the piano/music analysis.

[@davidben76]

Keep checking them out, this is not their typical style

[@terrynorman9622]

Great analysis of the song! Your so talented and beautiful.

[@danellwein8679]

like the song says .. its all rock n roll to me .. good reaction Lolli .. i liked it