The song is about some balloons that get released and start a nuclear war. It was recorded in English as 99 Red Balloons but the English version is a different song and not a translation of the German (which would not have fit the music). The band was not entirely happy with the English version so I stick with the original. You ought to be considered for the Nobel on your own terms. I think its fair to say that the German version is darker.
Thanks for the music.
ReplyDeleteNo hablar deutsche but enjoyed the song.
JP
ReplyDeleteThe song is about some balloons that get released and start a nuclear war. It was recorded in English as 99 Red Balloons but the English version is a different song and not a translation of the German (which would not have fit the music). The band was not entirely happy with the English version so I stick with the original. You ought to be considered for the Nobel on your own terms. I think its fair to say that the German version is darker.